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- What is consciousness? Has anyone felt detachment with the body and soul while being conscious? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanConsciousness means awareness; it is the state of realizing or noticing that ‘something’ exists. If the awareness lies in the body, it is called body-consciousness. Generally, people prevail in body consciousness only. The prevailing experience of, ‘I am John (you may insert your own name ...
Views: 355 - How do we control our anger for simple issues? - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAnger is one of the most common human emotions. Most of us, if not all, have experienced anger in one way or another, and while different people have different ways of expressing anger, the emotion remains the same. It is also a matter of common experience that anger is very harmful, both for ...
Views: 1101 - Do we require to live in the present? What are the consequences bared by an individual without living in present? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “The next second, a moment later is considered the future and, whatever happened a second before is considered the past. But we should remain in the present. The one, who remains in the present does not need to be aware of anything else. Yes, that indeed is ...
Views: 391 - What can be the permanent solution for my depression? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYou say, you want a permanent solution to your depression. This is indeed a very big thing, because generally, one in depression loses interest in everything, even in curing themselves. But you have the will to come out of depression forever. And where there’s a will, there’s a way! So, Nature ...
Views: 495 - Is patience a secret ingredient for a happy marriage? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, patience is definitely one of the secret ingredients for a Happy Marriage! Imagine, husband wakes up early in the morning, but keeps patience until his wife serves him nice hot tea. There would be so much of peace. And what would happen if he didn’t keep patience? Fight over tea right in ...
Views: 543 - Is karma natures revenge or causality? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDo you know how does one get the fruit of karma (effect) in the next life? Its the seed that gives the fruit of karma. For instance, the victim himself has accumulated the cause karmas of receiving insults from his past life, by sowing the respective seeds of karma. Suppose we sowed the seeds ...
Views: 694 - How can we understand our soul? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from Dada BhagwanBy not being able to comprehend the subtlest and the most profound element in the universe, which is one’s real form of the Soul; one is surrounded by endless questions such as, “What is the meaning of Soul? How can I understand it? What are the qualities of the Soul? How can I experience the ...
Views: 557 - Who decides which soul will enter which body? Which karmic debt to carry when a new life is brought to Earth? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIt is a natural mechanism of Cause and Effect based on the science of karma Our Soul will enter which body in new life is based on the karmas (causes) that you made in the past birth. If, throughout your life, we have done things with an extremely good and noble intention of helping others ...
Views: 456 - Is love is enough to be happy even without money? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2020 from Dada BhagwanMany feel happiness is tied with money. But is money all that it takes to be happy? Can one not experience happiness without money? Let us explore! If there is one tendency common to every person regardless of their circumstances, it is the need for happiness. Most, if not all, of our ...
Views: 506 - Why does human ego keep on increasing with age? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe word learning has great significance. Learning implies to understand something new, to gain knowledge of something that I don’t know. The act of learning is when in order to know or understand something, I enthusiastically put my whole being into it. When does one stop learning? When one ...
Views: 522 - What is the best way for keeping your mind occupied and away from bad thoughts? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAfter trying several techniques that many of us may have tried to keep the mind busy, hence keeping away from bad thoughts. Yet, if these negative thoughts continue to return, persist, and keep us engaged, what can we do to keep our mind focused so that we can remain unaffected when bad thoughts ...
Views: 610 - How do I get control on my emotional thoughts to live a simple life without getting depressed? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe nature of the mind is to think. The mind will continue to show you good and bad thoughts. When the thought is normal we are at peace. But when our thoughts go beyond a certain point, this is when we experience emotions like agitation, stress or confusion. This is akin to a train track. ...
Views: 617 - Why do some people suffer in life while others have a blissful life journey? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, the reason why some people suffer from perpetual ill-luck is because it is the effect of their past life’s karma. And those whose past karmas were good will be born with a silver spoon and enjoy a good life in this birth. It is our karma that takes us to the place where our rebirth is to ...
Views: 447 - How do I get rid of my fear while preparing for GATE exam since March? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYou say, you’ve been preparing for the GATE exams ever since March. It means you have studied well, and you are already prepared. But due to psychological effect, you are feeling nervous and depressed. When one is depressed, self-negativity starts, “I cannot pass. I cannot write my exams ...
Views: 780 - Does Karma Really Catch You? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAccording to the science of karma, what counts the most is one’s inner intentions. Based on these intentions, good or bad karma get bound. And once, any karma is bound, it is bound to catch you. In next birth, one’s actions shall take place in line with the intentions made now, and accordingly, ...
Views: 656 - What are some books for following brahmacharya? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2020 from Dada BhagwanBrahmacharya or celibacy is one of the most important parts of any spiritual journey. It may not necessarily be a pre-condition for beginning the journey, but after a point, it becomes inevitable. Like with the other spiritual traditions or practices, the practice of celibacy too yields ...
Views: 657 - What is the test of a person's enlightenment? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAfter enlightenment, you begin to experience the Soul. The awareness of the real Self arises, which gradually transforms one’s entire life. So, to know what is the test of a person’s enlightenment, let’s explore what one would and should experience after enlightenment. This proves as an ...
Views: 473 - Who needs more security - your heart, your soul or your mind? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2020 from Dada BhagwanInsecurity is one of the worst feelings one could ever experience. We always try to create secure environments to live and grow in, and constantly keep updating our security arrangements so that we do not find ourselves vulnerable to attacks of any kind, be it physical, mental or emotional. ...
Views: 492 - How can I resolve my deep seething emotions and anger against people who have wronged me in the past? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Infinite Energies within us are Obstructed by Anger Energy abounds like the Niagara Falls in every human being. There is unlimited energy that flows within. But when one gets irritated or angry, the torrent of infinite energy stops. As long as one does not become angry, the torrent of ...
Views: 481 - According to Hinduism what should be my mindset to those people who are suffering physically mentally for their past life's actions and why so? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2020 from Dada BhagwanMindset to Help People rather than Worrying for Them When we meet people who are suffering physically or mentally due to their past life’s actions, we generally get disturbed. Seeing them feeling low, we too feel sad and low. Here, Gnani teaches us to practice emotional detachment. When ...
Views: 541 - Does God really exist? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, God does exist. But he does not reside in skies! Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan explains, “God is in every creature whether visible or invisible. God is in creature, not in creation. There are infinite invisible creatures which cannot be seen even under a microscope; God resides in all of ...
Views: 548 - Why does intellect fail to understand Self-Realization? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being has said, “When the doors of the intellect close, that is when the preparations for liberation will begin.” Intellect Is The Light Of Knowledge Which Comes Through The Medium Of The Ego To impose ‘I’ where ‘I’ does not belong to is ego ...
Views: 479 - What is the reason behind Sorrow and Joy that people experience in life? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, the reason why some people suffer from perpetual ill-luck is because it is the effect of their past life’s karma. And those whose past karmas were good will be born with a silver spoon and enjoy a good life in this birth. It is our karma that takes us to the place where our rebirth is to ...
Views: 445 - How Can Comparison Kill Joy? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIn today’s age of social media, the overwhelming information about people’s lifestyle choices, their spending habits, their material world, etc. are becoming increasingly accessible by a common man. Even those who live more of an offline life, find ways to keep themselves updated about how ...
Views: 605 - How do you cleanse ones bad karma accumulated over a period of time? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being says, “You should not speak harshly. If someone is hurt by your words, you should tell him, 'Dear friend, I am very sorry. I made a mistake.' If it is not possible to tell him directly, then internally you must repent for having said such things.” ...
Views: 464 - Happy Diwali - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDiwali is coming and the world around is all set to welcome it with a new zest. It is the biggest festival, celebrated and considered auspicious by people, across various castes and religions. Rows full of lamps are lit that display and communicate vibrancy. The lamps symbolically indicate that ...
Views: 509 - Can we transfer our Karmic Debt to others? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2020 from Dada BhagwanNo. It is not transferrable. You have to suffer the fruits of karmas yourself, be it the good ones or the bad ones. You cannot give it to others nor can anybody take this away from you! If you want to take away your mother’s bad karma and add it to your karma, that will not happen. If ...
Views: 541 - How can I control my anger and ego? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAnger and ego can only be controlled through understanding. If one fails to understand the anger and tries to suppress it, one may be suppressing peace instead, so peace will perish. Therefore, anger is not something that one can suppress. One has to understand that anger is ego. Analyse ...
Views: 872 - Does the internet contribute to a human’s positive outlook in life? How? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAs we all know, internet has turned out to be one of the most important and influential tools in people’s life today. No doubt there are certain disadvantages of this facility, but despite the negatives, one cannot deny the enormous good it has brought about all over the world. So, like ...
Views: 543 - What is the difference between mind and ego? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLet’s get the answer to your question through the enlightened vision of Gnani. Param Pujya DadaBhagwan, an enlightened being explains: In any inner action that takes place in our self, 1.Mind (Mann) 2.Intellect (Buddhi) 3.Consciousness (Chitt) 4.Ego (Ahankar) are the four components ...
Views: 717 - How can you define Soul? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSoul is the life energy! When you put moong beans in a damp cloth, they sprout, isn’t it? And if you put stones in a wet cloth, they don’t grow. It is because there is no Soul in there. Where there is growth, there is a presence of Soul within. Thus, Soul is defined as life energy (chetan). ...
Views: 578 - What is the definition of God? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2020 from Dada BhagwanGod means Power; God is the One who has the absolute power! There are uncountable books written on this subject, and many saints and even common people are on the path to know about the Real definition of this Supreme Power; known God! Some people are opinionated that God is the Supreme Power ...
Views: 675 - Does past karma really work for our present and future life? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe seeds of karma which were sown in the past life, give their effects in this current life; and at that time, depending on one’s inner intent, good or bad, new seeds of karma are sown in this life, which shall give its effects in the future life. Whatever actions we do or words we speak ...
Views: 479 - Do you believe that the body and the soul are two different beings? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOne of the most confounding questions that arises in everyone’s mind at some point of time is: what exactly is the relationship between the body and the Soul? Are they two different beings or two parts of one being? Let us explore! Death is a universal phenomena. Every living being dies at ...
Views: 548 - How can we break free from karmic entanglement? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWe often wonder, especially when we suffer, why things happen the way they do; and what can we do to avoid such situations in the future. Similarly, we ask ourselves the same questions in moments of extreme joy too, trying to figure out exactly what led us to such tremendous happiness, and how ...
Views: 622 - What happens when your pride is stronger than your feelings? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanBeing respectful is reflected in the courtesy with which we speak, act and treat one another. But the process of being so begins from within... Whenever we meet someone, there are thoughts and feelings exchanged, words spoken and behaviours taking place. Each interaction leaves an impression ...
Views: 501 - Is Brahmacharya only celibacy if it means on the path of brahman? Does it also include vegetarianism ahimsa etc? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIs Brahmacharya only celibacy? Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “The constant awareness of ‘I am a Pure Soul’ is supreme brahmacharya. There is no other bramacharya like that.” Brahmacharya means charya in Brahma. One who dwells in the Self is on the path of Brahman. One who is on the path ...
Views: 546 - Is eternal salvation the most important thing? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe worldly life, at every step, presents us with many tempting and lucrative goals that we consider very important in life; and therefore sincerely work towards and strive for it, sometimes out of need, sometimes out of want. For example - a loving family, a good house, stable income, lot of ...
Views: 469 - People on the spiritual practices say that they want to know realise the ultimate truth but what truth are they talking about? - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2020 from Dada BhagwanRight from childhood, we are taught the value of truth in life. And as we grow older, we get to learn different facets of truth from our surroundings. Never lie, be honest and straightforward in your dealings, practice morality and nobility in life are some of the teachings we grow up with, ...
Views: 489 - What is the real source for joy? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2020 from Dada BhagwanMany believe that joy can be derived from material things. But is this really true? Let’s find out... You may experience joy when you buy something new or eat your favourite meal or go to the movie. But what happens after the excitement wears out? Your search for happiness begins all over ...
Views: 758 - What does a spiritual journey mean to you? How did you decide to go down your chosen road? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanFor me, the need for spirituality and the beginning of my spiritual journey has its roots in science. The scientific theory of evolution explains that survival is of utmost importance for every organism. From unicellular pathogens to giant mammals to human beings - at the end of the day, it is ...
Views: 551 - Do you know why monks and spiritual leaders dont get problems like a normal person? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe primary reason why some people follow the path of monkhood and spirituality is because of their auspicious inner intents sown in their past life. These individuals have experienced everything on the evolution journey through their numerous life forms from good to bad, happiness to ...
Views: 534 - Does suffering bring us closer to enlightenment? What are your experiences? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes! It does. Let’s explore how… Enlightenment is the first step taken on the path of liberation Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says: Who is the one that attains the final liberation? The one who is bound attains liberation. Who is the one that is bound? The one who is suffering. Who is ...
Views: 566 - What are Nirvana, Moksha and Gati in Hinduism? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanNirvana is the last death in this world. After achieving Nirvana, there is no rebirth. This state is considered as Moksha, wherein the Soul is free from the cycle of birth and death. Until the person does not achieve Nirvana, he continues to wander from one Gati (a life form) to ...
Views: 631 - What is the hidden power in spirituality? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2020 from Dada BhagwanReligion has existed since centuries. And while it continues to thrive all over the world even today, in certain learned communities, it is seen as a legacy these days. Younger generations struggle to understand the somewhat outdated norms and rituals associated with religious practices, and are ...
Views: 639 - Is celibacy good for both our mind and spirituality? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOur body is connected to our mind and Soul. Therefore, a healthy body is indicative of the healthy state of our overall well being. Now, we all know that by doing regular workouts, making conscious changes in our diet and improving our overall life-style, we can bring about good changes in ...
Views: 526 - What is the Nature of God? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDo you know, to understand God’s true nature we must understand who we truly are? Yes, you’ve got it right – this indeed means that we ourselves are God! But hold it, we as in not the body or the name given to this body. That is all temporary. And God is eternal. So, ‘who is God, where is He ...
Views: 610 - Which way do you choose to enlighten your Soul? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSuppose you have a candle that you want to light. So, you would obviously do a step-by-step exercise i.e. You would go to the market, buy a matchsticks box, come home, find a platform on which you can station the candle, switch off the fan, pull down the curtains so that the wind does not gush ...
Views: 472 - Does spirituality help to purify the heart and progress in life? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, it certainly does! As long as purity does not arise, liberation (Moksha) cannot actually be attained. For Purity, the realization of “Who am I?” must take place. - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan Spirituality means: 1.Attaining the realization of “Who am I” (Self-Realization) from the ...
Views: 442 - How does a person come out of the burden of all karmas and get moxa or nirvana? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanKarma, as defined by Hindu and Buddhist texts, “is a force produced by one’s actions in this life that influences one’s future lives.” Good deeds performed in this life yield their results in the form of good rewards and bad deeds yield in bad results in one’s next life. This is the most ...
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