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Daily Gujarati katha discourses by Pujya Mahant Swami (Devprasaddasji Swami), Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan.

Mahant Swami Shri Devprasaddasji Swami

Presented by Mahant Swami Shri Devprasaddasji Swami, Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan. He presents the 938 katha discourses in this collection.

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  1. To gain a grip on the relationship with Maharaj in any wayAug 1, 2026→Spiritual knowledge, like 18,000 shlokas, is only useful if it connects one's jiva to Bhagwan.
  2. We are clinging to the inner enemy, not it to usJul 26, 2026→Inner enemies are not holding us; we are holding onto them because we like them.
  3. In life satisfaction, lack of faith in God causes more trouble than shortcomingsJul 24, 2026→When one examines the jiva's strength and past actions, there is no confidence in attaining Bhagwan's abode.
  4. Not falling prey to the blows of the inner enemies while living in the worldJul 10, 2026→
  5. If the thought of God's bliss settles, then the mind will withdraw from this worldJul 7, 2026→
  6. God purifies the distressed devoteeJul 2, 2026→No jiva can achieve salvation based on their own merits, as everyone has committed sins and offenses against Bhagwan.
  7. Characteristics of faith in MaharajJun 30, 2026→Even a novice in spiritual practice can achieve great salvation by relying on Bhagwan.
  8. True purusharth and faith in the name, person, and titleJun 23, 2026→
  9. Sentient means vs Insentient meansJun 19, 2026→A complete copy of the Vachanamrut will not help in satsang; a living sadhu will provide assistance.
  10. Attaining spiritual stability in satsang through joy and effortJun 18, 2026→Spiritual knowledge and a steady state in satsang are attained through prolonged association and time.
  11. Svabhav, vasana, and agnanJun 17, 2026→Worldly desires originate externally from the interaction of senses and objects, and their permanent dwelling place is the ego.
  12. To maintain the commitment made with MaharajJun 11, 2026→Devotees make a voluntary commitment to Bhagwan for uninterrupted seva.
  13. To remain 'garju' for Bhagwan's happiness is goodJun 10, 2026→It is better to feel a need for Bhagwan than to rely on one's own efforts, which can lead to ego.
  14. Why do people commit sins even though they know that sin leads to misery?Jun 4, 2026→Desire and anger, born from rajas, are the primary drivers of sin.
  15. Even if one does mandir work, they don't progress? Pujya Mahant SwamiMay 31, 2026→Spiritual knowledge (gnan) is attained through the company of a sadhu.
  16. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 28 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 28, 2026→
  17. Reflection Discourse | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 26 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 26, 2026→Attachment to large cities, power, and wealth are the main causes that corrupt a jiva (soul).
  18. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 25 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 25, 2026→The company of holy people (sadhu samagam) is the sole source of true spiritual knowledge (gnan).
  19. Clarity of interest in seva and interest in authority - 1May 25, 2026→Living in large cities, seeking authority, and pursuing wealth are primary reasons for a jiva's corruption.
  20. How does vasana beat gnan?May 21, 2026→One's attachment or aversion to an action or person is revealed by how much one thinks about it after it is finished.
  21. When does one not feel doership? - 1May 19, 2026→Bhagwan's principle is eternal and does not change based on human belief or disbelief.
  22. What is the meaning of "arpan"?May 15, 2026→
  23. The effort on the path to moksha and the worldly path is the sameMay 14, 2026→The three gunas of prakruti, sattva, rajas, and tamas, bind a person in different ways.
  24. By Maharaj's power, lust is overcomeMay 12, 2026→
  25. When a fault is perceived in the object, then it is conqueredMay 6, 2026→Understanding the greatness of Bhagwan is superior to having mere affection for Bhagwan's murti.
  26. The realization of God and its signMay 3, 2026→Darshan is a visual experience, while anubhuti is a mental experience.
  27. How is God realized?May 2, 2026→Humans often mistakenly believe that attaining God requires the same arduous effort as attaining worldly objects.
  28. The clarity of a devotee's seva, which is called param kalyanApr 28, 2026→Param kalyan is achieved by serving Bhagwan and his bhakta with param nishkam bhav.
  29. Service to God is kalyan, and service to a bhakta is param kalyan.Apr 27, 2026→The term "param kalyan" signifies atyantik kalyan, a higher state than mere "kalyan."
  30. To have a flawless understanding of God is rare.Apr 26, 2026→A faultless understanding of Bhagwan means never perceiving human flaws or bodily attributes in him, even when he performs human-like actions.
  31. How to develop firmness in the jiva?Apr 25, 2026→Attachment to worldly pleasures prevents one from resolving to follow Bhagwan's path.
  32. Bhagwan protects those who protect Bhagwan.Apr 22, 2026→Every person has an inclination to do something, and as long as this activity is for the attainment of worldly things, there remains a desire to do it for onese…
  33. Nishkam seva makes one realize GodApr 19, 2026→Any yagna is an action, and actions originate from the Vedas, which Bhagwan Himself initiated.
  34. To have faith in Swami's wordsApr 14, 2026→
  35. Keep the body fit for God's seva, not for enjoymentApr 10, 2026→Perform actions without attachment to the action, the object, the body, mind, intellect, or other materials.
  36. God should be at the center of nishkam karmayog or sevayogApr 9, 2026→An aspirant should not perform actions with a desire for enjoyment or worldly power, as this increases attachment and cravings.
  37. જ્ઞાનાંશ એટલે શું?Apr 8, 2026→Jnanash is the firm understanding of the characteristics of Bhagwan, great sadhus, other people, and oneself.
  38. What does it mean to turn back the vrutti of the indriyas?Apr 3, 2026→Turning the indriyas' vrutti away from worldly subjects means directing them towards the atma or Paramatma, which destroys vasanas.
  39. What is the great means to eradicate infatuation?Mar 27, 2026→Moh arises from anything that is excessively pleasing to an individual, whether it is an object, a person, or a situation.
  40. Even prarabdha does not interfere with the bliss of GodMar 26, 2026→Understanding Shriji Maharaj's mahima and having firm atmanishtha makes even the best worldly pleasures seem insignificant.
  41. The impact of desire in the five vishaysMar 25, 2026→Until there is ruchi in panchvishay, qualities like dharma and jnana do not reside stably in the heart.
  42. How to understand so that one does not perceive flaws in the Satpurush?Mar 23, 2026→A Satpurush's actions are for the happiness of the afterlife, not for worldly honor or pleasure.
  43. Preparing beforehand so that human traits are not attributed to GodMar 18, 2026→Garudji doubted Ramchandra Bhagwan because he had not firmly understood the divine and human aspects of Shriji Maharaj.
  44. Practicing the bliss of Maharaj's murtiMar 17, 2026→
  45. Why is conviction in Maharaj not established?Mar 12, 2026→Nishchay is the feeling of 'my-ness' that comes from understanding.
  46. Whom to trust?Mar 10, 2026→Trust a sant who follows Shriji Maharaj's command to live righteously and help others live righteously.
  47. What is called dehabhiman?Mar 5, 2026→Dehabhiman is the most binding substance for the jiva.
  48. One becomes happy with fewer needs and contentmentFeb 28, 2026→Mumukshus should not have vasana for any country or caste, but only for God and His devotees.
  49. To let go of the myths remaining in our seva and sadhanaFeb 26, 2026→There is no small or large seva; what matters is which seva pleases Maharaj.
  50. What is gnan? And what is vignan? Part - 2Feb 21, 2026→The core subject of the entire universe, from the smallest insect to Prakruti Purush, is the desire for worldly pleasures, specifically wealth and women.
  51. If there is mahima, one's spiritual state should elevateFeb 14, 2026→Understanding Bhagwan's mahima means one's mind is not disturbed by worldly things.
  52. Resolving our "Why"Feb 8, 2026→One must make a firm decision (tharav) about why they consider Shri Hari as Purushottam.
  53. What are the characteristics of a mumukshu?Feb 7, 2026→An excellent mumukshu recognizes an Ekantik Satpurush and surrenders their mind to them.
  54. Keeping nobility in the jivaFeb 4, 2026→
  55. What is the cause of birth and death?Feb 3, 2026→
  56. How can the five vishays not become the cause of birth and death?Feb 2, 2026→
  57. Relation between Bhagwat Dharma and UpasanaJan 25, 2026→The core point of Bhagvat dharma is to connect others to Bhagwan and support them until they reach Maharaj.
  58. What is called Bhagwat Dharma?Jan 24, 2026→Bhagvat dharma and bhakti are the same.
  59. Difference / similarity between a satvaguni and nirgun seekerJan 18, 2026→Sattva guna, while beneficial for detaching from worldly attachments, does not by itself connect a person to God.
  60. Remaining detached even after performing actionsJan 17, 2026→Attachment to actions is due to desiring their fruits, not merely performing one's duty.
  61. Taking challenges to please Maharaj is the characteristic of a mumukshuJan 16, 2026→Dharma, jnan, and vairagya are more difficult and important than ashtang yoga.
  62. If one develops deep attachment to the Sant, he directs it to God - 1Jan 13, 2026→Abhinivesh in the Sant is essential for developing true abhinivesh in Bhagwan.
  63. Cultivating interest in a good personJan 12, 2026→
  64. How to conquer prakriti?Jan 11, 2026→To conquer one's prakruti, one must completely abandon their own preferences and act according to the commands of another.
  65. What was Arjuna's specialty? That is our guidelineJan 9, 2026→Shatadhanva and Arjun were both unparalleled devotees of Shri Krishna, yet Arjun was not considered a devotee like Shatadhanva.
  66. What kind of katha creates attachment to God?Jan 7, 2026→When one focuses on the gross body of Shri Hariji, the gross body is destroyed first, then the subtle and causal bodies.
  67. Learning to set aside even one's own intellectJan 6, 2026→
  68. Why is kusang not being removed from within?Jan 2, 2026→Without detachment (vairagya), one cannot truly understand the nature of things.
  69. There is a difference between recognition and knowingJan 1, 2026→There is a difference between knowing about a thief and recognizing a thief.
  70. The experience of God happens more on the basis of intention than effortDec 22, 2025→
  71. Who is brave?Dec 16, 2025→True renunciation means not being bound even by the attainment of Indralok.
  72. If one does not protect bhakti, virtues become detrimental to liberationDec 15, 2025→Self-knowledge, detachment, and dharma are all means to increase bhakti that is accompanied by an understanding of God's greatness.
  73. Attainment of the Dham and Maharaj's pleasure - SectionDec 12, 2025→Bhagwan is the sole giver of results and the source of power for all deities.
  74. When can we be said to have surrendered to Maharaj?Dec 10, 2025→Prapatti is a specific way of taking refuge in the supreme being, where the jiva, fearing time, maya, and sinful actions, asks Bhagwan to be the sole means of i…
  75. The emotional body changes right hereDec 8, 2025→Worldly power and extraordinary skills are not given much importance in spiritual progress; what matters is how much of one's abilities are used for Bhagwan.
  76. Bhakti is born from satsangNov 29, 2025→Without bhakti, virtues like knowledge are like ornaments on a widow, lacking true beauty and purpose.
  77. To have conviction through the principles, not according to one's own beliefsNov 27, 2025→God's true form (mul swarup) is not defined by specific attributes or weapons; these are merely aids for human understanding.
  78. Bhagwan gives darshan according to the devotee's wishNov 26, 2025→
  79. How is Maharaj the controller, the indweller, and the giver of the fruits of karma?Nov 24, 2025→God resides within the jiva as its inner controller, just as the jiva resides in the heart.
  80. When can it be said that knowledge has been attained?Nov 13, 2025→Vairagya is defined as a lack of interest or desire for anything other than Bhagwan.
  81. The four types of vairagyaNov 12, 2025→Vairagya is a lack of affection or interest in anything other than Shri Krishna Bhagwan.
  82. By knowing the mahima, dedication increases and one's own insignificance is realizedNov 11, 2025→Bhakti is total dedication to Bhagwan, which is impossible without knowing His mahima.
  83. Do not make changes in the Vedas, Vachanamrut, Swamini Vato, and the kirtans of the sadhusNov 4, 2025→The Vedas are apaurusheya, meaning they are not authored by any human, making them entirely authoritative and free from human imperfections.
  84. Dharma and bhakti cannot be separatedOct 29, 2025→Any action, no matter how fruitful, should not be performed if it is devoid of dharma.
  85. Without the study of scriptures, dullness comes into the intellectOct 25, 2025→All devotees should daily study Sanskrit and local language shastras according to their intellect.
  86. How to become free from dualities?Oct 19, 2025→Freedom from dualities (dvandva) is attained when one's sole focus is on pleasing Bhagwan.
  87. Make resolutions to please BhagwanOct 13, 2025→Make resolutions for Bhagwan's upasana, for love towards Bhagwan, and for meditating on Bhagwan's murti.
  88. Asanga-shastrena dridhena chhittvaOct 12, 2025→
  89. Contemplation on sensory objects is the cause of birth and deathOct 11, 2025→Vishay chintan, the contemplation of worldly pleasures, is the root cause of birth and death, not the physical experience of vishay itself.
  90. To separate oneself from the gunasOct 10, 2025→No place, object, or person in this entire creation is free from the three gunas produced by prakruti.
  91. How is supreme peace attained?Oct 9, 2025→A devotee who offers their self to Bhagwan is considered nirguna because their actions become nirguna through their connection with Bhagwan.
  92. Why is the mahima of serving a Sant said to be greater than serving Bhagwan?Oct 6, 2025→Serving a true saint of God can yield a hundred times more merit than serving God directly.
  93. By what does Fitness come?Oct 5, 2025→Yukta living means aligning one's diet, activities, sleep, and wakefulness to best serve Bhagwan.
  94. A loving bhakta has no interest in divine powersOct 3, 2025→In sakhya rati, the primary sentiment is that of a friend.
  95. If Bhagwan's work is considered as one's own, then love for Bhagwan developsOct 1, 2025→Entering into Bhagwan means developing such intense love that one becomes disoriented without Him.
  96. Who is jitendriya?Sep 29, 2025→Conquering worldly objects and conquering attachment are two different things.
  97. What does renunciation of fruits mean?Sep 19, 2025→No living being in the universe is free from the three gunas.
  98. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(07)Sep 17, 2025→Prapatti is accessible to everyone, regardless of varna, ashram [stage of life], gender, or past sins.
  99. Examining whether there is self-interest in an action or notSep 12, 2025→All actions, whether good or bad, are performed through the body, speech, and mind, and are influenced by five factors.
  100. Amanitvam (humility)Sep 8, 2025→Amanitva, or humility, is a desirable internal state, distinct from undesirable internal states.
  101. Knowledge beyond the intellect happens through pratilom (the reverse process)Sep 7, 2025→Knowledge beyond the intellect is not easily acquired through the normal process of understanding.
  102. Remembrance happens through experience accompanied by feelingSep 6, 2025→Sanskara and bhavana are both born from anubhava.
  103. Devotion to dutySep 5, 2025→Performing one's prescribed duty (kartavya) is superior to merely singing the praises (mahima) of God.
  104. To see one's own shortcomings is considered good fortune, but what after that?Sep 4, 2025→Anxiety about not overcoming inner flaws is dehabhiman, not kartavyanishtha.
  105. Divine powers based on the murtiAug 30, 2025→Bhagwan's murti contains all past and future universes and great vibhutis.
  106. The destructiveness of attachment and one's own inclinationAug 27, 2025→Actions (karma) and activities (kriya) are not obstacles to realizing God; only attachment (rag) to worldly things is.
  107. Clarity of reasoningAug 24, 2025→Logic (tark) is meant for quality checking and resolving faults, not for blaming or damaging tradition.
  108. How do weak samskaras shineAug 21, 2025→Good deeds and the favor of God or great spiritual figures provide strength to fight bad samskaras, but do not remove them automatically.
  109. Suppress weak samskaras by planningAug 20, 2025→
  110. The importance of purity of conductAug 14, 2025→Vivek shakti is present in all living beings, but only humans have the opportunity to develop it for their ultimate welfare.
  111. Svadhyaya and PranidhanaAug 9, 2025→Pranidhan means to properly hold Bhagwan in one's mind.
  112. Virtues of liberation and good virtuesAug 8, 2025→Bhagwan possesses 39 kalyan kari gun, which are qualities that bring liberation.
  113. Vyavasayatmika BuddhiAug 7, 2025→A firm resolve (vyavasay) means dedicating oneself to Bhagwan's service and not worshipping anyone else.
  114. What is the difference between upasana and bhakti?Aug 4, 2025→Bhakti is a general act of service, such as the nine types of devotion including shravanam [listening], kirtanam [singing], and padasevanam [serving the feet].
  115. The role of association in divine sentiment and reaching the DhamAug 3, 2025→There are no asuras in the world now, as Bhagwan killed them all.
  116. In what ways does an asuri disposition enter?Aug 2, 2025→Divine qualities (daivi sampat) lead to liberation (moksha), while demonic qualities (asuri sampat) lead to bondage.
  117. Anger, agitation, and harshness (parushyam)Jul 31, 2025→
  118. Characteristics of divine humansJul 29, 2025→Man-ahankar, the belief in one's own superiority, should not be present in a sadhak's heart.
  119. How is bhakti generated with speed?Jul 23, 2025→
  120. Divine and demonic natureJul 11, 2025→Divine qualities naturally emerge in a spiritual aspirant whose sole purpose is to attain Bhagwan and please him.
  121. What is upasana?Jul 6, 2025→Upasana is defined as continuous remembrance (smruti santan) combined with special contemplation (vishesh chintan) of God's unique divine form in His abode.
  122. When are the scriptures understood?Jul 5, 2025→Ramanujacharya interprets the word "Akshar" as the form of the atma, while other thinkers understand it as Bhagwan's formless aspect.
  123. By love for the Satpurush, vasana is worn out Part - 2Jun 30, 2025→A devotee free from dehabhiman and attachment to panchvishay can still engage with sense objects if it is done according to God's command.
  124. By love for the Satpurush, vasana is worn out Part - 1Jun 29, 2025→The memory of past actions and desires (vasana) does not fade with time; it can even become stronger.
  125. Why is the story of Bharatji miraculous?Jun 27, 2025→
  126. Fearlessness and AhimsaJun 20, 2025→Fear is the mental state of anticipating future misfortune or harm.
  127. The importance of sevak-bhava in upasana and its examinationJun 10, 2025→Sevakbhav is the most important aspect of upasana because it leads to the other two aspects, akhand vrutti and itar vilakshanata.
  128. Sadya mukti, kram mukti, and rebirthJun 8, 2025→The Archi Marg involves the jiva passing through the authority of Agni devata, then the day's devata, then the Shukla Paksha devata, and finally the Uttarayan d…
  129. He who learns to let go has walked on the path of mokshaJun 7, 2025→Sadyo mukti is the attainment of Bhagwan's abode immediately upon death in this life.
  130. The glory of karmabhumi is greater than devlokJun 5, 2025→All realms up to Brahmalok are subject to rebirth, but one who attains Bhagwan is not reborn.
  131. The influence of the name and the namedJun 2, 2025→The final memory at the time of death determines the fruit of the next birth.
  132. Identifying one's spiritual inclinationMay 26, 2025→Your anga is the bhakti that makes your mind stick to Bhagwan and stops thoughts of the five sense objects.
  133. Seva of a bhakta is the very seed of ekantik dharmaMay 20, 2025→The desire to serve God's devotees is a more powerful spiritual inclination than the desire for solitary meditation.
  134. Means to conquer the sensesMay 18, 2025→Vairagya, swadharma, tap, and niyam are the four means to conquer the senses.
  135. Discernment of mahimaMay 17, 2025→The mahima of a holy place or person should be understood within the limits set by the shastras.
  136. What is the force of the atma?May 16, 2025→The core principle of all scriptures is to overcome maya and cultivate love for Bhagwan.
  137. When is it considered the force of the atma? Part - 2May 15, 2025→When one does not know oneself as the atma, separate from the deha, one may find fault with a sadhu (ascetic) or bhakta, leading to negative consequences.
  138. When is it considered the force of the atma? Part - 1May 14, 2025→Maya is defined as ego-identification with the body and possessiveness towards bodily relations and possessions.
  139. The remedy to wear down one's svabhavMay 12, 2025→A devotee's life must be pure and free from faults forbidden by the shastras.
  140. Make it so that the happiness of satsang and nistha is experiencedMay 9, 2025→An action performed by a laborer is a kriya, but the same action done with bhav becomes bhakti.
  141. What does it mean to remember previously eaten things?May 8, 2025→True knowledge of Bhagwan's form, once attained, is never lost, even in adverse circumstances.
  142. The pinnacle of sadhuta and ashraMay 6, 2025→To become a complete devotee, one must identify and remove their inner flaws.
  143. Becoming the servant of servants is done out of intense desireMay 5, 2025→True devotion is more about one's inner feeling and surrender than about actions or knowledge.
  144. What kind of Mentality allows ashra to sustain?May 4, 2025→Complete devotion is not achieved through external actions alone; inner feelings (bhavana) are paramount.
  145. AwarenessMay 3, 2025→Jnanpanu is the awakening of vivek, which is the power of discrimination on the path to moksha.
  146. How to remain happy in satsang?May 2, 2025→Shriji Maharaj asked what means allows a devotee of God to remain eternally happy.
  147. Friendship of the jiva and the mind Part - 2Apr 30, 2025→The friendship between the jiva and the mind is eternal and as strong as the bond between milk and water.
  148. Friendship of the jiva and the mind Part - 1Apr 29, 2025→Bhakti should be performed to please Bhagwan and for one's own spiritual benefit, not for external validation or out of envy.
  149. What is the Benefit right now from the firmness of upasana?Apr 28, 2025→A true saint is a center for complete surrender to Bhagwan.
  150. The fruit of Respecting a devotee of GodApr 27, 2025→The primary characteristic of a sadhu whose heart Bhagwan resides in is understanding Bhagwan as a divine, manifest form, never as formless.
  151. Do not use satsang to nourish one's svabhavApr 25, 2025→Overcoming the four obstacles of women, wealth, ego, and personal nature leads to unobstructed bhakti.
  152. What does entry into Vasudev mean?Apr 24, 2025→An ekantik bhakta possesses swadharma, gnan, vairagya, and mahatmya-yukta ananya bhakti towards Vasudev Bhagwan.
  153. Do not desire anything other than GodApr 23, 2025→Few devotees in satsang remain unaffected by worldly possessions such as wealth, property, women, and children.
  154. Mahima works according to intentionApr 22, 2025→Maharaj emphasizes dharma, which includes tapascharya, as a means to purify devotion and destroy vasana.
  155. Nishtha in the manifest form means nishtha of sevakbhavApr 21, 2025→It is Maharaj's principle to believe God is in a physical form and to make effort to please him.
  156. Connection of the five talksApr 20, 2025→Constantly reflecting on the certainty of imminent death helps cultivate detachment from the body and worldly pleasures.
  157. Savikalp stateApr 17, 2025→Savikalp dasha is characterized by having good vasanas, such as desiring to please Bhagwan in holy places or by becoming like a mukta.
  158. The influence of satsang and kusangApr 15, 2025→Just as a lamp's fire is visible and graspable when its components are together, the jiva's state is influenced by its attachments.
  159. Do compassion and affection remain after becoming brahmarup? - 1Apr 13, 2025→Jnan and vairagya detach one from worldly attachments, but the ultimate joy of Bhagwan comes from daya and sneha.
  160. Perception of the indirect in the directApr 12, 2025→A jiva's lack of conviction in the manifest form, compared to their conviction in the unmanifest, hinders their spiritual progress.
  161. Why become brahmarup?Apr 9, 2025→The mind should be focused on worshipping the sagar Maharaj and performing all actions to please Bhagwan.
  162. Doing seva with responsibility along with the resolve to pleaseApr 7, 2025→Those with mild vairagya should enter the householder's life, then vanaprastha [retirement from worldly life], and finally sannyas [renunciation].
  163. What is the obstacle and what is the stimulant to the bliss of God?Apr 6, 2025→Understanding Bhagwan's mahima removes pride and envy towards Bhagwan and his saints.
  164. Maharaj likes sevakbhav immenselyMar 30, 2025→God dislikes arrogance arising from spiritual practices or good deeds, and also dislikes laxity in dharma.
  165. Mahima and atmanishtha increase ekantik dharmanishthaMar 29, 2025→Atmanishtha and mahima are not true if they result from a weak intention and lead to a lack of remorse for violating dharma.
  166. Subduing the senses and antahkaran to apply the force towards GodMar 28, 2025→The fundamental seed of saintliness and devotion is the realization that one is not the body but a brahmarup and a servant of Bhagwan.
  167. How to become free of bondage and how not toMar 27, 2025→A saint who controls their senses and inner faculties, engaging only in actions related to Bhagwan, is worthy of service.
  168. Indulgence, sustenance, and desireless stateMar 24, 2025→True nishkam bhav involves not desiring other fruits from actions, but always desiring Bhagwan's pleasure.
  169. Is there an intention to follow small and big agnas even during difficult times and places? - 1Mar 19, 2025→A person who remains firm in dharma during adverse times is one whose attention is always on all of Bhagwan's commands.
  170. Mutual Respect among devotees in the sixteen sadhansMar 18, 2025→
  171. If we become ready to die, then satsang remains during honor and insultMar 12, 2025→
  172. Bhakti of brahmarup state and bhakti of dehbhavaMar 10, 2025→The most excellent devotee is one who becomes brahmarup and worships Bhagwan, having abandoned all worldly attachments.
  173. How long does the strength of kal and karma remain?Mar 8, 2025→The power of karma and time is not supreme; it is subordinate to God's will.
  174. Relation of seva and dhyanMar 6, 2025→Dhyan is performed by the mind and intellect, not by the eyes.
  175. The seed of internal enemies burns with Skill, not with KnowledgeMar 5, 2025→Both the knowledgeable and the ignorant are affected by desires when their senses are active, indicating that knowledge alone is not enough to overcome inner en…
  176. Have we become bhagats or not?Mar 3, 2025→When a jiva takes a human body in Bharatkhand, Bhagwan or his sadhu is always present.
  177. What is the difference between the custom and rule of the Sampraday?Mar 2, 2025→A satsangi must know certain things to resolve doubts and answer questions.
  178. How to become nirvikaar?Mar 1, 2025→Nivritti is defined as attachment to Bhagwan, not merely abstaining from worldly things.
  179. In what did Maharaj and great Sant take interest, and what about us?Feb 27, 2025→The happiness derived from devotion to Bhagwan is the only true happiness, and all other things lead to sorrow.
  180. The samadhi of nishchayFeb 23, 2025→Nishchay ni samadhi is the samadhi of recognizing God.
  181. How to become ekantik?Feb 22, 2025→Ekantik-panu is achieved through nishchay in Bhagwan, not merely through samadhi or pran-nirodh.
  182. How does one slip into divine and demonic feelings?Feb 21, 2025→Jivas are primarily categorized as daivi or asuri.
  183. How is the purification of the senses, antahkaran, and jiva achieved?Feb 20, 2025→Samadhi can occur either through God's divine will or through the extreme purity and devotion of the jiva.
  184. How is the Natural form of God?Feb 19, 2025→God takes avatars as kings or sadhus for the welfare of jivas.
  185. How to identify a deficiency in conviction?Feb 18, 2025→When one has inner enemies and negative thoughts, and then finds fault with Bhagwan, it is due to a lack of nishtha.
  186. The destruction of the jiva and the liberation of the jivaFeb 15, 2025→The destruction of the jiva means that one's path to moksha is not attained, regardless of one's cleverness.
  187. What does it mean to be absorbed in Maharaj?Feb 13, 2025→Maharaj has merged his atma into the all-pervading Brahman, just as rivers merge into the ocean, a sati and a moth burn in fire, and a warrior is cut to pieces…
  188. Where is the planning for contemplating on Maharaj's murti?Feb 12, 2025→Contemplating worldly forms, even those appearing good, increases moha (attachment) and extends the cycle of rebirth in the 8.4 million species.
  189. Taking offense at God's saint/devotee is a lifeline to deathFeb 9, 2025→Bhagwan's avatars come to establish the dharma of their ekantik bhaktas, which is to foster love for Bhagwan's bhaktas.
  190. What does it mean to separate oneself from the intellect?Feb 7, 2025→Shriji Maharaj desires to purify all his devotees from vasana and inappropriate swabhav, making them free from worldly attachments to worship Bhagwan as the pur…
  191. If one perceives flaws in a devotee, it should pinch them intenselyFeb 6, 2025→If one has previously had darshan of Bhagwan, they will only see their own faults and not those of other haribhaktas.
  192. Nirgun love and gun-filled loveFeb 4, 2025→Preeti is always relative; it exists in relation to a person, an object, or an action.
  193. To practice satsang even after becoming brahmarupFeb 2, 2025→Even highly realized individuals like Shukadevji continued to engage in bhakti and satsang.
  194. The nature of sharanagatiFeb 1, 2025→Asharo is characterized by akincanatva, meaning freedom from pride, and ananya gatitva, meaning exclusive devotion to Bhagwan.
  195. Liberation is achieved through an emotional aspectJan 29, 2025→
  196. What does it mean to perform actions after recognizing the initial impulse?Jan 28, 2025→A gunatit devotee acting purely as sattarupa does not have the bhav of sattvagun, rajogun, or tamogun.
  197. The sense to recognize God is obtained from the saintJan 27, 2025→Recognizing Bhagwan, Akshar, and Akshar Muktas is crucial for attaining Bhagwan's abode.
  198. How do we know whether we are interested in praise or in pleasing Him?Jan 26, 2025→The pleasure derived from honor is a powerful attachment for the jiva (soul).
  199. What is the bone of pride?Jan 25, 2025→Serve God and his devotees for your own salvation and God's pleasure, not for the praise of others.
  200. The dreadfulness of drohJan 24, 2025→Harming a devotee of Bhagwan, whether knowingly or unknowingly, through thought, word, or deed, causes more suffering to the jiva than any other sin.
  201. One who has rules, conviction, and loyalty is a firm satsangiJan 22, 2025→A true satsangi is one who maintains niyam, nishchay, and paksh.
  202. Bhakti is partial while sajjanata is justJan 21, 2025→
  203. The fruit of atmabuddhi and paksha in a bhaktaJan 20, 2025→To experience continuous happiness from Bhagwan, one must have atmabuddhi and paksh for Bhagwan's bhakta.
  204. To attain moksha, one must maintain a balance of emotionsJan 19, 2025→Bhagwan Swaminarayan's inherent nature is compassionate, as shown by his refusal to harm even a plant.
  205. When is ultimate moksha attained?Jan 18, 2025→Param kalyan is the attainment of God and God's saint, specifically the opportunity to serve them.
  206. How is the Sampraday nourished?Jan 17, 2025→Pushti, or the strength of a sampraday, means its long-term stability, its prominence from a Vedic perspective, and its numerical growth.
  207. What is a cat-like devotee?Jan 15, 2025→True atma-nishtha aims to develop a faultless understanding of Bhagwan, not just to become absorbed in one's own self.
  208. What are the characteristics of love for Bhagwan?Jan 14, 2025→True love for Bhagwan means having no love for anything else.
  209. What does it mean to do atma vichar?Jan 13, 2025→Atmavichar means to reflect on one's own spiritual state, not just to understand the theoretical nature of the soul.
  210. What is the form of moha?Jan 11, 2025→Moh is defined as perverted understanding, where one sees things contrary to their true nature.
  211. What brings grace to a renunciant and a householder?Jan 10, 2025→What is honorable for a householder is a fault for a renunciant, and what is honorable for a renunciant is a fault for a householder.
  212. Acting beyond the command leads to miseryJan 9, 2025→Remaining within the boundaries set by Bhagwan and the Satpurush is essential for experiencing atmasatta and happiness.
  213. Practicing dharma according to the Satpurush's command yields the best fruitJan 8, 2025→No one can be happy by transgressing the boundaries set by great spiritual figures.
  214. How much do we need the five sense objects?Jan 6, 2025→
  215. Purity and impurity of the heart determine the center of entryJan 5, 2025→
  216. Investigate where our entry is?Jan 3, 2025→True devotees are those whose minds are not swayed by wealth, women, or sons.
  217. First entry is into Purush and then into VasudevJan 2, 2025→Worldly people readily trust those who offer material gains like wealth or children.
  218. Have the urgency to be free from prakrutiJan 1, 2025→One's inherent nature (swabhavik prakruti) can be overcome only through specific spiritual efforts.
  219. If affection for the body and relations of the body decreases, then maya can be crossedDec 31, 2024→Constant remembrance of Bhagwan can be achieved through four means: the mind's nature to attach, valor, fear, and vairagya.
  220. To resolve for akhand smruti and strive for itDec 30, 2024→There are four main ways to maintain constant remembrance of Bhagwan: a natural tendency of the mind to attach, extreme bravery, fear of worldly suffering, and…
  221. One who has no desire to learn virtues has no love for Bhagwan eitherDec 29, 2024→The jiva's salvation is achieved through the worship of Bhagwan with dharma, not solely through self-realization.
  222. The effort for moksha has to be made by the jivaDec 28, 2024→Tattvas are divided into two types: causal elements which are conscious, and functional elements which are inanimate.
  223. Attachment to relatives is eradicated by developing attachment to GodDec 16, 2024→Attachment to relatives is compared to a thorn bush that thrives even without nourishment and is difficult to uproot.
  224. How is the attachment to the body eradicated?Dec 15, 2024→Family relationships are compared to thorny bushes or banyan trees, which are difficult to eradicate completely.
  225. Reflection on the katha must happenDec 14, 2024→The five eternal distinctions are jiva, Ishwar, Purush, maya, and Vasudev.
  226. What does the residence of Kali in gold mean?Dec 13, 2024→The Srimad Bhagavatam and other true shastras are always truthful, and their statements manifest exactly as described.
  227. How to know whether there is affection for spiritual endeavors?Dec 12, 2024→Love for Bhagwan is measured by how much one sacrifices their dehabhiman for Bhagwan's sake.
  228. Not getting bored is a sign of attachmentDec 11, 2024→Asakti to God is demonstrated by overcoming physical and mental obstacles to engage in devotional practices.
  229. Attachment to the means is attachment to the murtiDec 10, 2024→Firm attachment to Bhagwan can arise from strong past life samskaras.
  230. Do not miss the goal of pleasing Maharaj in success and failureDec 9, 2024→A person with deep attachment to Bhagwan remains attentive to spiritual discourse even when extremely tired, sick, or humiliated.
  231. When is the lifeline said to have come into one's hands?Dec 6, 2024→Maharaj's nature is one of extreme compassion, never becoming angry with Bhagwan's bhakta, even when they are at fault.
  232. How to maintain the lifelineDec 5, 2024→Maintaining a consistent way of life is more difficult than achieving nirvikalpa samadhi.
  233. Maharaj's nature and principlesDec 4, 2024→Serving Bhagwan's bhakta with mind, action, and speech is the way to please Bhagwan.
  234. Firmness of upasanaDec 3, 2024→Firm upasana means understanding that Maharaj is the master of all places in creation and worshipping him with this conviction.
  235. Where is manipanu-nirmanipanu good?Dec 1, 2024→Nishtha is not just about performing bhakti, but about one's reaction to challenges to their faith.
  236. Singularity in the human form of GodNov 30, 2024→Bhagwan's divine form is extraordinary, divine, blissful, and beyond imagination, not perceivable by the eyes in the same way as worldly objects.
  237. Divinity in the human formNov 29, 2024→One must connect the divine form of Bhagwan with his human form.
  238. When is one considered to have separated from the intellect?Nov 28, 2024→The jiva is always awake and never sleeps, unlike the states of waking and sleeping which belong to the intellect.
  239. Who is considered intelligent?Nov 26, 2024→True intelligence involves knowing one's own virtues and faults, as well as the virtues and faults of others.
  240. Why do pride and jealousy remain after joining satsang?Nov 25, 2024→Pride and envy are self-generated vices, unlike lust and anger which are connected to creation.
  241. How does happiness related to satsang come?Nov 24, 2024→One must first identify the source of happiness before desiring it.
  242. When is one considered to have attained the understanding?Nov 23, 2024→Spiritual thoughts (vichar) are found in the shastras, and one must make effort to truly attain them.
  243. Mentality of brahmarup and how to keep it secureNov 21, 2024→Being brahmarup is a mentality, not a physical state or a result of great power.
  244. Attaining the pinnacle of both sadhuta and bhaktiNov 20, 2024→If one offends someone, it is considered an offense against Bhagwan, who resides within all beings.
  245. The force of past samskaras and place-timeNov 17, 2024→The thought that overcomes inner enemies like kama and krodha is beyond the three gunas and resides within the jiva.
  246. A virtue is that which is useful in Maharaj's workNov 15, 2024→A devotee should not do anything that displeases Bhagwan or Bhagwan's bhakta.
  247. Keeping an intense need in satsangNov 13, 2024→A renunciant's vasana can quickly diminish if they become addicted to serving nirvasanik sadhus.
  248. A powerful means to reduce vasanaNov 12, 2024→Nishkam seva is the most powerful means to reduce vasana.
  249. What is choko patlo?Nov 10, 2024→Yoganishtha is the strength of keeping one's vrutti constantly in the form of Bhagwan.
  250. Recognizing the wickedness of the mindNov 9, 2024→The mind's substance is pure, formed from sattvic [goodness] ego, but its nature is extremely corrupt.
  251. What is the nature of the mind like?Nov 7, 2024→
  252. Importance of the GoalNov 6, 2024→A firm goal of going to Bhagwan's Akshardham after death must be established.
  253. Analysis of spiritual endeavors is necessaryNov 5, 2024→Just as there is a critical inquiry into Bhagwan, there must also be a critical inquiry into the means of attaining Bhagwan.
  254. If the main point is grasped, then all purposes are achievedNov 4, 2024→All scriptures teach that Bhagwan is the sole creator and sustainer of the entire universe.
  255. What is the issue of moksha?Nov 3, 2024→All scriptures written by Vyasji for kalyan convey the same fundamental principle.
  256. How do we know that Maharaj has been recognized?Nov 2, 2024→The power of knowledge, which is the recognition of Bhagwan, is superior to the power of miraculous attainments.
  257. How is the purification of the jiva achieved?Nov 1, 2024→Engaging in satsang activities is more effective in fulfilling Bhagwan's mission than achieving siddha dasha through yoga.
  258. The nistha of Gopalanand Swami and Gunatitanand SwamiOct 31, 2024→A jiva becomes brahmarup and gains jnan when it achieves equivalence with Brahman through samadhi.
  259. What kind of scriptures should be studied?Oct 30, 2024→Listening to shushk Vedant scriptures can destroy a jiva's upasana of Bhagwan and lead to samabhav towards other deities.
  260. Maharaj's murti is Maharaj's very formOct 29, 2024→The murti of Bhagwan is Bhagwan's ultimate form, and no separate entity is indicated.
  261. Investigate for mahima, not for finding faultsOct 28, 2024→Bhagwan's form is pure consciousness, free from the flaws of the twenty-four elements of maya.
  262. What is the sign of walking on the path of moksha?Oct 24, 2024→The most effective thought for overcoming negative swabhavs is to treat them as enemies.
  263. Upasana bears fruit based on connectionOct 23, 2024→The attainment of a specific divine abode is determined by the anusamdhan one holds while performing dhyan on Maharaj's murti.
  264. One has to practice Nirvikalp convictionOct 22, 2024→Tadatmyapanu with Bhagwan is achieved through the company of an ekantik bhakta, not solely through samadhi.
  265. Saving oneself from opposing forces of convictionOct 21, 2024→The true relationship with the supreme being is its correct identification or nishchay.
  266. Taking one's own fault in temptations so that conviction does not disintegrateOct 20, 2024→Tadatmyapanu is an unwavering nishchay in Bhagwan, where the mind does not waver from the conviction of Bhagwan's form.
  267. Firm conviction through the influence of the Murti = OnenessOct 10, 2024→Nirutthana nishchay in Bhagwan's form, where the mind does not waver, is called tadatmakpanu.
  268. The influence of the Murti and the culmination of knowledgeOct 9, 2024→The murti has the power to remove karmic influence, meaning karma does not affect it.
  269. Even a mumukshu gets deluded by other sadhanas besides the murtiOct 8, 2024→Understanding the mahima of Shriji Maharaj's murti is essential for salvation and prevents any deficiencies in the path to it.
  270. What is called the correct vision of the jivatma?Oct 5, 2024→The jiva is present throughout the entire body with equal power, but its manifestation of consciousness varies.
  271. Priority of other sadhanas over Maharaj's murtiOct 4, 2024→The murti of Bhagwan is a siddha sadhan, meaning it is an already perfected means to liberation.
  272. Making the decision that 'I want to attain the liberation of my soul'Oct 3, 2024→The path to salvation requires one to become their own guru by first controlling themselves.
  273. Can the senses be controlled merely by reciting the Vachanamrut?Oct 2, 2024→The jiva mistakenly believes that negative qualities are part of its essence, but these are not inherent to the jiva.
  274. What kind of karma cuts birth and death?Oct 1, 2024→Actions performed for personal pleasure, even if they are good deeds, are considered 'bhog' and lead to the cycle of birth and death.
  275. Who is drowned in karma and who is notSep 30, 2024→Actions performed with attachment to dharma, artha, and kama lead to temporary rewards and the cycle of birth and death.
  276. To know Maharaj as nirlep and nirdoshSep 29, 2024→Connecting with God through jnan means knowing Him as nirlep, while connecting through bhakti means knowing Him as nirdosh.
  277. What is vairagya called?Sep 28, 2024→Vairagya is the natural turning away from lesser pleasures when a greater pleasure is perceived.
  278. Wish is identified through incidentsSep 24, 2024→The true inclination, intention, or principle of a person is revealed through the events of their life.
  279. Savikalp-Nirvikalp NishchaySep 22, 2024→A sense of belonging with Bhagwan is called nishchay, and it is essential for one's well-being.
  280. Does kalyan happen through bhavana or vivek?Sep 20, 2024→People interpret scriptures according to their own understanding, not necessarily as the scriptures intend.
  281. How to remain free from passion?Sep 19, 2024→Remaining nirvikar in the presence of worldly objects requires a strong mental impression of either the happiness of Bhagwan or the faults of the world.
  282. What is the essence of upasana?Sep 13, 2024→Since all creation is sagar, its creator, Bhagwan, must also be sagar.
  283. Maharaj's Mission - To become nirgunSep 9, 2024→One's achievements should be utilized in the service of Bhagwan and his devotees.
  284. How to become nirgun?Sep 8, 2024→Antardrashti is performing actions related to Bhagwan's murti with the intention of pleasing Bhagwan.
  285. Examining our belief in GodSep 1, 2024→
  286. The vow of fidelity towards MaharajAug 30, 2024→A devotee of Bhagwan should maintain unwavering loyalty to their chosen deity, like a pativrata's steadfastness to her husband.
  287. What is true Ekantik Dharma?Aug 21, 2024→If one must choose between bhakti and dharma, one should choose what pleases Bhagwan.
  288. In what kind of situations do even very good spiritual seekers become agitated?Aug 18, 2024→A jiva can rise to a higher spiritual state through bhavana alone, even without immediate action.
  289. Alertness is needed in the face of worldly desiresAug 15, 2024→
  290. How are the indriyas conquered?Aug 14, 2024→Conquering the indriyas means disconnecting them from their objects, preventing their engagement.
  291. The cause of the rise of attachmentAug 12, 2024→Raga for the five pleasing sense objects is the cause of moha.
  292. Moha vaichitya, meaning strangeness; strangeness means perversityAug 11, 2024→Moh is not merely agnan; even knowledgeable individuals and rishimunis can be affected by it.
  293. Attachment means delusion - how?Aug 10, 2024→Moh is a mental delusion that prevents one from distinguishing between proper and improper actions.
  294. After attaining satsang, what is the rarest of the rare?Jul 13, 2024→The most difficult thing to achieve after joining satsang is to become an ekantik devotee.
  295. Who develops a firm foundation in satsang?Jul 12, 2024→A firm foundation in satsang is established by having the nature to accept good qualities from a Sant.
  296. Deceit and hypocrisyJul 11, 2024→One is sincere (nishkapat) if they reveal their shortcomings, such as those related to the panch vartaman, doubts about Bhagwan, or perceived faults in a saint,…
  297. Who benefits from God's tapas?Jul 10, 2024→Bhagwan's tapasya is specifically for the benefit of His devotees, not for non-devotees.
  298. The form of GodJul 9, 2024→Bhagwan's true form is eternally one, human-like, always youthful, free from maya, and possesses infinite divine powers.
  299. Conviction with mahimaJul 8, 2024→A person with firm nishchay in Bhagwan lives by his words and experiences a state of bliss.
  300. Who is freed from the fear of death in satsang?Jul 4, 2024→The fear of death for a haribhakt means the fear of the cycle of birth and death.
  301. How to overcome pramada and lazinessJul 2, 2024→Moh is attachment to worldly objects that are not worth attaching to.
  302. Recognition and NishchayJun 30, 2024→Kanishth nishchay is based on seeing God's pratap, and it falters if that pratap is not visible or if those who oppose God do not suffer.
  303. The nature and effect of angerJun 29, 2024→Anger is like a rabid dog, harming both the one who expresses it and those affected by its consequences.
  304. The qualification to go to Akshardham and to stay there, those two are differentJun 28, 2024→Pramad is doing what should not be done and not doing what should be done.
  305. Is sadhutā merely the firmness in the panch vartaman?Jun 25, 2024→Panchavartaman are essential for a sadhu, but their observance alone does not define true sadhuta.
  306. One may have good qualities, yet not have sadhutaJun 24, 2024→Sadguna are necessary for a sadhu, but they are not sufficient.
  307. Is Maharaj attained through actions or through grace?Jun 22, 2024→If one strives diligently, all deficiencies can be removed in this very life.
  308. Even if one understands the shastras, sometimes one may not understand BhagwanJun 21, 2024→Understanding the essence of scriptures is different from understanding God.
  309. What is meant by God's virtue? And how does it come?Jun 20, 2024→God's grace is essential for attaining His abode, not just human effort.
  310. Cultivating eligibility for Maharaj's graceJun 19, 2024→A liberated soul is not bound by good or bad karma, just as God is not.
  311. How to overcome the causal body?Jun 18, 2024→The causal body is composed of ignorance, inherent nature, and desires, and it is extremely difficult to separate from the jiva.
  312. What are the characteristics of love for God?Jun 17, 2024→Priti means to please and make the beloved happy.
  313. Doership in God is the ultimate cause of mokshaJun 16, 2024→Considering Bhagwan as the sole doer is the ultimate cause of kalyan, leading to liberation from birth and death.
  314. God is pleased by tapas and tyagJun 15, 2024→Naradji performed great tap over many yugas, enduring cold, heat, hunger, and thirst, to please Bhagwan.
  315. Practice holding Maharaj in the jivaJun 14, 2024→An external connection with Bhagwan is considered incorrect, while an internal connection within the jiva is correct.
  316. If one performs actions of dharma, is one called righteous?Jun 13, 2024→If one has animosity towards a true devotee of God, their love for God is not genuine.
  317. The righteous and unrighteous cannot be identified from the outsideJun 12, 2024→A dharmic person fears sin and performs good deeds.
  318. The relationship between the dharmas, qualities, and actions of the erasJun 11, 2024→The yuga dharma that prevails in the heart is caused by the sattva, rajas, and tamas gunas.
  319. Jealousy, envy, malice, and malice-bearingJun 9, 2024→Envy, anger, jealousy, and fault-finding all arise from ego.
  320. Does the edge of everyone's mental wheel become blunt while staying in the association of the Satpurush?Jun 5, 2024→The mind is understood as the manomay chakra, and the ten indriyos are its dhara.
  321. Bitter vrutti - Vair vruttiJun 3, 2024→Padakhar is a deep-seated, intense animosity that seeks to eliminate the existence of another.
  322. What is the reason for the rise of vairagya?Jun 2, 2024→Vairagya is primarily caused by a "chatki," an intense realization that breaks worldly attachments.
  323. How can a householder maintain continuous focus on God?Jun 1, 2024→Worldly activities do not prevent one from maintaining attachment to Bhagwan.
  324. The distinctions of the deep sleep stateMay 29, 2024→Susupti avastha is considered the work of God's pralay avastha and is dominated by tamogun, residing in the heart.
  325. How is there one state within another state?May 27, 2024→An avastha is the condition in which the jiva experiences sense objects.
  326. Distinctive uniqueness within the same class = mahimaMay 22, 2024→Mahima is comparative knowledge, recognizing the distinctiveness of one thing within its own kind.
  327. The procedure of faith and trustMay 21, 2024→Understanding God's greatness properly removes worldly desires (vasana).
  328. Plan in advance to apply effortMay 20, 2024→
  329. What is more important on the path to kalyan: purvasamskara or sang?May 18, 2024→One's intellect is influenced by desa (place), kala (time), and kriya (action).
  330. The nature of matsarMay 17, 2024→Matsar is the foundation of all inner vices and is the most subtle and difficult to overcome.
  331. The awareness of the jiva and the witnessMay 12, 2024→Jnanpanu is defined as vivek, the discernment between right and wrong.
  332. When does the intellect become cursed?May 11, 2024→A cursed buddhi causes one to see faults in God and His devotees, while a pure buddhi allows one to see only good qualities.
  333. How does doubt arise in nishchay?May 10, 2024→Doubt in one's nishchay can arise from a lack of personal spiritual stability (sthiti) or from observing God's human-like actions (manushya charitra).
  334. The process of convictionMay 9, 2024→Nishchay is the firm conviction that "I am Bhagwan's, and Bhagwan is mine; I am not of maya."
  335. Planning in advance to apply momentumMay 7, 2024→The true mahima of Bhagwan's darshan, name, and touch is experienced when the mind is fully engaged with the senses.
  336. How to know whether there is mahima for Maharaj and seva?May 5, 2024→Muktanand Swami asked Shriji Maharaj for the single most powerful means to overcome vasana.
  337. What work does contemplation do?Apr 26, 2024→Manan of Bhagwan's words and actions helps create a clear image of His personality, including His likes and dislikes.
  338. Listening, contemplation, and meditation - 2Apr 25, 2024→Manan is the process of reflecting on what has been heard, accepting what is beneficial, and rejecting what is not.
  339. How is seva with mahima recognized?Apr 23, 2024→Shraddha in Bhagwan's puja, seva, katha, and kirtan means one does not tire or get bored.
  340. How to know if there is devotion in Maharaj's sevaApr 22, 2024→Worship performed with a thrilled body and choked voice, whether direct or mental, is considered superior.
  341. One must learn to remain in Bhagwan even after sadhanas are leftApr 20, 2024→When external supports are present, love and affection for Bhagwan increase, but one must learn to maintain this love independently when these supports are abse…
  342. How does the resolve to please Maharaj immensely become strong?Apr 18, 2024→One's resolve to please Bhagwan is strengthened by a supportive environment and company.
  343. To act in such a way that Bhagwan develops affection for usApr 17, 2024→Love (sneh) can be one-sided (ekangi) or mutual (ubhayangi).
  344. When do the virtues of God and saintliness come?Apr 16, 2024→An asur is someone who, while respecting Bhagwan, disrespects dharma or Bhagwan's devotees.
  345. When are mahima and vairagya tested?Apr 13, 2024→Vairagya is tested when one is presented with worldly pleasures and conveniences.
  346. When is true nishtha in God considered?Apr 12, 2024→Nishtha is not merely performing seva, but having a deep, heartfelt desire and commitment to it.
  347. Characteristics of conviction with mahatmyaApr 11, 2024→One who has nishchay with mahatmya believes that their salvation is assured from the day they had darshan of Bhagwan.
  348. How to please Bhagwan - 2Apr 2, 2024→Bhagwan is pleased when good qualities are combined with mumukshuta, a sincere desire for moksha.
  349. How to please Bhagwan - 1Apr 1, 2024→A devotee's love for Bhagwan becomes permanent when it is based on understanding Bhagwan's divine qualities and mahima.
  350. To love Bhagwan, in what kind of places should one not keep affectionMar 31, 2024→It is a significant error in the path of Bhagwan to remain attached to someone who has helped you if that attachment hinders your spiritual progress.
  351. To keep an understanding of flaws in vishays to conquer the mindMar 29, 2024→Vairagya, which is essential for conquering the mind, arises from atma-nishtha [steadfastness in the self] and mahatmya jnan [knowledge of greatness].
  352. What is true ahimsa dharma called?Mar 27, 2024→Dharma, artha, and kama are for worldly achievements and may involve violence, but the true intent of the Vedas is to reduce violence, not promote it.
  353. What is superior? Divya-buddhi or Guna-buddhiMar 21, 2024→A seeker must cultivate an understanding of how to acquire the virtues of a Satpurush.
  354. Steps of conviction and how does extremely firm conviction in Maharaj happen?Mar 20, 2024→Atidrudh nishchay is characterized by a zeal for obeying Bhagwan's commands and for overcoming one's own swabhav.
  355. If there is a deficiency in conviction, then flaws are seen in BhagwanMar 19, 2024→A deficiency in nishchay causes one to see flaws in Bhagwan.
  356. What is the extraordinary reason for acquiring Bhagwan's virtues?Mar 17, 2024→When a firm connection is made with Bhagwan's form, Bhagwan's auspicious qualities come into the devotee.
  357. Whose support to take to overcome temptationsMar 16, 2024→A devotee must have a strong resolve in their jiva to serve Bhagwan to overcome temptations.
  358. How to analyze one's own vasana - 2Mar 13, 2024→Vasana can be deceptive, making one believe it is gone when it is merely dormant.
  359. How to analyze one's own vasana - 1Mar 12, 2024→People are often unaware of the extent of their own vasana.
  360. What is vasana?Mar 11, 2024→Overcoming vasana is the most significant spiritual endeavor.
  361. How is the mahima of God understood?Mar 8, 2024→The knowledge of Bhagwan's true form and His greatness are the two extraordinary causes of moksha.
  362. Who is called a true gyaniMar 4, 2024→The greatness of God is not true or false, but the person who speaks of it can be.
  363. The difference between bhakti and upasana - 3Mar 1, 2024→A servant's service to a master is an action, or at most, loyalty, but a son's service to parents is filial devotion.
  364. The difference between bhakti and upasana - 2Feb 29, 2024→Bhakti is not merely knowledge; it inherently involves action.
  365. The difference between bhakti and upasana - 1Feb 28, 2024→Bhakti is serving Bhagwan in nine ways, such as listening to kirtans or reading Vachanamrut.
  366. How to attain progress day by day?Feb 27, 2024→A strong desire for spiritual growth is crucial for eliminating faults and increasing devotion.
  367. How to overcome vasana? - 2Feb 23, 2024→The debt of vasana must be repaid gradually, not all at once.
  368. To have the need for God's bhagatFeb 20, 2024→Service offered without pride and without seeking honor pleases Bhagwan.
  369. Even if one engages in ekantik dharma, one can fall from ekantik dharma.Feb 19, 2024→Bhagwan's primary mission in taking avatar is to establish and promote ekantik dharma.
  370. Why is there no firmness in bhajan and smaran?Feb 18, 2024→The steadfastness of bhajan smaran and vartaman is affected by inauspicious desh, kal, kriya, and sang.
  371. For whom does the door to moksha open?Feb 17, 2024→Association with an ekantik sadhu nourishes Bhagavat Dharma and opens the door to moksha.
  372. Where to keep and where not to keep hatha, mana, and irshaFeb 16, 2024→Taking the good qualities of a great sadhu leads to daily spiritual growth.
  373. Why does one decline even after doing satsang?Feb 15, 2024→Some individuals grow spiritually in satsang, while others decline, even with consistent engagement.
  374. Whose contribution is it in making a nishchayFeb 13, 2024→The firm conviction (nishchay) in God is ultimately brought about by God Himself.
  375. Who is a true tyagiFeb 11, 2024→If, after renouncing, the desire for an object does not leave the heart, it is the poverty of the renunciant.
  376. Who Is Said to Have a Sharp Intellect?Feb 9, 2024→Kushagra buddhi (a truly "sharp"/discerning intellect) is defined through antardrashti: taking the darshan of God's murti and the essence of scripture and genui…
  377. If we do satsang but do not give up kusang, then no fruit will be gained.Feb 8, 2024→
  378. Maharaj's emphasis on satsang and kusang.Feb 7, 2024→A devotee should daily worship Bhagwan, offer stuti, and pray for protection from kusang.
  379. Points to identify ang - 2Feb 5, 2024→
  380. Points to identify angFeb 4, 2024→It is crucial to identify one's spiritual inclination, or ang, to avoid losing good qualities and becoming misguided.
  381. When is one considered to have become attached to worldly pleasures related to GodFeb 2, 2024→Every embodied being is naturally drawn to the five sense objects.
  382. Bhakt's mentality vs Asuri mentalityFeb 1, 2024→A pure bhakta sees good qualities only in Bhagwan and Bhagwan's bhaktas.
  383. If dehabhiman is given up, one becomes happyJan 31, 2024→Identifying with the body (dehabhiman) is a form of ignorance (murkhata) and the cause of all suffering.
  384. The dharma of an era changes due to the influence of its leaderJan 29, 2024→The four factors for increasing the strength of bhakti are a pure place, a good time, auspicious actions, and the company of a satpurush.
  385. Who worships God?Jan 21, 2024→A firm conviction in Bhagwan's supreme power is essential for true worship.
  386. Why were Kansa and Shishupal not upasaks despite constant remembrance?Jan 20, 2024→The four means of dharma, jnan, vairagya, and bhakti are fundamental for pleasing Bhagwan.
  387. Dharma, bhakti, jnan, and vairagya are interdependentJan 18, 2024→Dharma, jnan, vairagya, and bhakti are four interdependent qualities, and all are necessary for ultimate liberation.
  388. What is true rasikta? - 2Jan 16, 2024→A true rasik bhakta is one who has interest only in Bhagwan and no interest in any other worldly subjects.
  389. How to overcome the debt of relationships?Jan 13, 2024→
  390. How is purnakamapana considered?Jan 11, 2024→True fulfillment (purnakamapana) is achieved through self-realization (atmanishtha) and knowledge of Bhagwan's greatness (mahatmya).
  391. How to make an extremely firm resolve?Jan 10, 2024→God conceals his power for the welfare of the jiva, and if he revealed his full greatness, the universe would be insignificant.
  392. One who meditates on Maharaj's human form attains the form of AkshardhamJan 9, 2024→Rup is that which reveals the shape of an object and resides secondarily within it.
  393. State through knowledgeJan 8, 2024→A steady state (sthiti) is attained through knowledge (gnan) of Bhagwan's greatness (mahima).
  394. How to overcome the intensity of weak samskarasJan 7, 2024→Sanskars are deeply ingrained habits in the chitt, while vasanas are temporary desires that arise from these sanskars.
  395. What is called devotion to God?Jan 4, 2024→Bhakti is characterized by two core desires: aditsa and tarpanechha.
  396. To recognize a tattva means to recognize its flawsDec 30, 2023→One can understand the nature of the mind and other tattvas by observing their actions.
  397. How Is Vasana (Desire) Recognized?Dec 28, 2023→Vasana is the desire for sense objects, whether previously experienced or not.
  398. By which form is Maharaj's nishchay made?Dec 27, 2023→The form of Bhagwan on Earth and in Akshardham are identical, without even a hair's breadth of difference.
  399. How is purnakamapana celebrated?Dec 26, 2023→One should not desire anything other than the manifest form of Bhagwan.
  400. What is the role of Paramatma and Akshar in anvyapana?Dec 23, 2023→Spiritual discussions on anvay and vyatirek are often difficult to understand and can lead to confusion.
  401. Discrimination between good and badDec 22, 2023→A discerning person in satsang sees their own faults and the virtues of Bhagwan and his devotees.
  402. What is sthiti? - 2Dec 21, 2023→
  403. Classification of inner enemiesDec 20, 2023→Envy (irshya) is the greatest and most subtle inner enemy, unlike lust (kam) and anger (krodh) which are created by Bhagwan for the purpose of creation.
  404. The package of karmaDec 19, 2023→
  405. Divisions in the development of vairagyaDec 18, 2023→Vairagya is defined as having attachment to Bhagwan and no attachment to the world.
  406. The Sant instills the conviction in Bhagwan, and this conviction is broken by their faultsDec 17, 2023→Love for Bhagwan is developed by understanding his mahima.
  407. What is sthiti?Dec 16, 2023→Sthiti means remaining unmoving and undisturbed by any external conditions, like a tree that does not change.
  408. The joy of Maharaj's murti through satsangDec 15, 2023→Keeping the mind constantly focused on Bhagwan's form is the most difficult spiritual practice.
  409. To aim for continuous vruttiDec 14, 2023→The primary spiritual goal should be to maintain akhand vrutti, an unbroken focus on Bhagwan.
  410. To maintain good रुचि (ruchi)Dec 13, 2023→A good ruchi helps one at the time of death, even overcoming vasana and leading to Bhagwan.
  411. Akhand vrutti - Maharaj's first injunctionDec 12, 2023→Maintaining an unbroken focus of the mind on Bhagwan's form is the most difficult spiritual practice.
  412. Time, the power of karma, and Maharaj's willDec 11, 2023→God's will is twofold: an eternal will that governs the universe and a specific will that manifests when God takes human form.
  413. What is choko patlo?Dec 10, 2023→Everything in the world, including the body, is subject to kshay, meaning decay and destruction by time.
  414. How does the disease of the mind go away?Dec 8, 2023→A *manasvi* is someone whose mind is praised by great persons and shastras for their commitment to praiseworthy actions.
  415. The decision to go to AkshardhamDec 7, 2023→A firm decision to go to Bhagwan's abode should be made before death, not at the last moment.
  416. What does it mean to transcend karma?Dec 6, 2023→Bhagwan creates both the waking and dream worlds based on the jiva's past karma.
  417. In what lies the depth of preeti?Dec 4, 2023→The depth of preeti for Bhagwan is found in its power to resist obstacles and other attachments.
  418. One who opposes bhakti is ignorant or avidyaDec 2, 2023→The diverse forms of beings in creation are rooted in the jiva's causal body, which is beginningless and contains inherent characteristics.
  419. Ekantikpana and service to the missionDec 1, 2023→Ekantik devotion is characterized by aligning one's intentions with Bhagwan's intentions and actively opposing any contrary thoughts.
  420. The recognition of Maharaj and its attainmentNov 22, 2023→True spiritual attainment (prapti) is synonymous with having a correct understanding (olakhan) of Bhagwan.
  421. Vachanmrut Satsang Rushikesh 2023Mar 24, 2023→The words from the beloved's mouth, the Vachanamrut, are very dear.
  422. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 127(02) To 129(01)Nov 18, 2020→Worshipping deities like Ganapati and Hanuman is considered the worship of Shri Krishna, as all deities are His vibhuti rup [manifestations of His power] and Hi…
  423. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(06)Nov 14, 2020→Sharanagati is the means to attain Bhagwan's divine abode.
  424. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(04)Nov 12, 2020→
  425. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(03)Nov 11, 2020→The Akshardham, a divine and effulgent realm, is referred to as Golokdham in the Shrutis.
  426. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(02)Nov 10, 2020→Liberation is defined as attaining a state of servitude to God, not becoming God.
  427. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 117(02) To 119Nov 8, 2020→The Dasham Skandha of the Shrimad Bhagavat should be listened to daily with reverence by devotees, or at least once a year if daily listening is not possible.
  428. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 116(02) To 117(01)Nov 7, 2020→Bhakti performed with deha bhav is considered formal and does not bring the desired results, unlike bhakti performed by transcending deha bhav.
  429. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 114(03) To 116(01)Nov 6, 2020→Without devotion to Bhagwan and satsang, even learned scholars can experience spiritual downfall, leading to lower forms of existence or suffering.
  430. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 114(02)Nov 5, 2020→Without bhakti, even virtues like knowledge are fruitless, akin to ornaments on a widow.
  431. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 113 To 114(01)Nov 4, 2020→All humans on Earth should perform bhakti to Shri Krishna Bhagwan with their mind, words, and actions.
  432. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 112Nov 3, 2020→Shri Krishna Bhagwan is one, and His various forms, such as four-armed, eight-armed, or thousand-armed, are manifested according to the devotee's wishes or His…
  433. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 110 To 111Nov 2, 2020→Shri Krishna is the one supreme deity, and his different names reflect his association with various devotees.
  434. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 108(02)Nov 1, 2020→Shri Krishna is the eternal, uncreated Parabrahm Purushottam, the cause of all avatars, and the sole object of worship.
  435. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(03)Oct 30, 2020→Maya is the astonishing power of nature that creates the universe, not an illusion or magic.
  436. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(02)Oct 29, 2020→
  437. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(04)Oct 27, 2020→The jiva's capacity to act is dependent on Paramatma, as stated by Vyas Muni.
  438. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(03)Oct 26, 2020→The Charvaka philosophy asserts that the body is the soul, and consciousness, pleasure, and pain are properties of the body.
  439. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 104(02) To 105(01)Oct 24, 2020→
  440. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 103(02) To 104(01)Oct 23, 2020→Bhakti is defined as the highest love and affection for Bhagwan, accompanied by knowledge of his greatness and power.
  441. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 101 To 102(01)Oct 21, 2020→The core message of the eight accepted scriptures is the ultimate welfare of the jiva, leading to the attainment of Bhagwan's abode.
  442. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 99(03) To 100Oct 20, 2020→Bhagwan is sharanagat vatsal [compassionate to those who surrender] and gives more love than his own status when he sees pure bhav.
  443. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 95 To 97Oct 17, 2020→The path to moksha is found in shastras that discipline human life and are proven true through deliberation on tattva, the means to moksha, and the nature of mo…
  444. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 92 To 94Oct 16, 2020→If a sin is committed, whether knowingly or unknowingly, one should perform atonement according to their physical capacity.
  445. Shikshapatri Katha -Shlok 75(02) To 79(01)Oct 11, 2020→Never reveal anyone's private matters, even those of an enemy, as it causes harm to both parties.
  446. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 73Oct 9, 2020→Even if an action promises great benefits, it should not be performed if it is against dharma or shastra.
  447. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 65 To 67Oct 7, 2020→
  448. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 62(02) To 64Oct 6, 2020→A murti consecrated by an Acharya of the Dharma Vansh has greater divine power and helps a mumukshu [seeker of liberation] achieve spiritual success more quickl…
  449. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 61,62(01)Oct 5, 2020→When unable to perform external worship due to old age, illness, or societal upheaval, a devotee should entrust their murti or Shaligram to another capable devo…
  450. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(03)Oct 3, 2020→An atmanivedi bhakta's actions, performed with love for Shri Krishna Bhagwan, are considered nirgun and lead to liberation.
  451. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(02)Oct 2, 2020→A devotee's actions become nirgun through their connection with Bhagwan, who is divine and free from the faults of maya.
  452. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(01)Oct 1, 2020→Bhagwan is both nirgun, free from the gunas of Maya, and sagun, possessing infinite auspicious qualities.
  453. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 58(02)Sep 30, 2020→
  454. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 57,58(01)Sep 29, 2020→Recite stotras of Shri Krishna Bhagwan according to your capacity, and if you do not know Sanskrit, chant Bhagwan's name.
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Verse by verse, shlok 57 to 129

  1. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 57,58(01)Sep 29, 2020→Recite stotras of Shri Krishna Bhagwan according to your capacity, and if you do not know Sanskrit, chant Bhagwan's name.
  2. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 58(02)Sep 30, 2020→
  3. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(03)Oct 3, 2020→An atmanivedi bhakta's actions, performed with love for Shri Krishna Bhagwan, are considered nirgun and lead to liberation.
  4. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(02)Oct 2, 2020→A devotee's actions become nirgun through their connection with Bhagwan, who is divine and free from the faults of maya.
  5. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(01)Oct 1, 2020→Bhagwan is both nirgun, free from the gunas of Maya, and sagun, possessing infinite auspicious qualities.
  6. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 60Oct 4, 2020→An atmanivedi bhakta must not consume water, leaves, roots, fruits, or grains without first offering them to Shri Krishna Bhagwan.
  7. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 61,62(01)Oct 5, 2020→When unable to perform external worship due to old age, illness, or societal upheaval, a devotee should entrust their murti or Shaligram to another capable devo…
  8. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 62(02) To 64Oct 6, 2020→A murti consecrated by an Acharya of the Dharma Vansh has greater divine power and helps a mumukshu [seeker of liberation] achieve spiritual success more quickl…
  9. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 65 To 67Oct 7, 2020→
  10. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 68 To 72Oct 8, 2020→
  11. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 73Oct 9, 2020→Even if an action promises great benefits, it should not be performed if it is against dharma or shastra.
  12. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 74,75(01)Oct 10, 2020→Do not adopt the unrighteous actions of great individuals, even if they are famous for their spiritual achievements.
  13. Shikshapatri Katha -Shlok 75(02) To 79(01)Oct 11, 2020→Never reveal anyone's private matters, even those of an enemy, as it causes harm to both parties.
  14. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 79(02) To 83Oct 12, 2020→Upvas involves abstaining from all sins, cultivating virtues, and renouncing worldly enjoyments.
  15. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 83(02) To 86Oct 13, 2020→Before embarking on a pilgrimage, one should fast, worship Ganapati, ancestors, Brahmins, and peaceful sadhus, then make specific vows.
  16. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 87 To 89(01)Oct 14, 2020→During a solar or lunar eclipse, householders should bathe and donate according to their capacity, while renunciants should perform puja.
  17. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 89(02) To 91Oct 15, 2020→
  18. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 92 To 94Oct 16, 2020→If a sin is committed, whether knowingly or unknowingly, one should perform atonement according to their physical capacity.
  19. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 95 To 97Oct 17, 2020→The path to moksha is found in shastras that discipline human life and are proven true through deliberation on tattva, the means to moksha, and the nature of mo…
  20. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 98 To 99(01)Oct 18, 2020→The tenth and fifth cantos of the Shrimad Bhagavatam are considered most important for understanding the mahima of Shri Krishna Bhagwan.
  21. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 99(03) To 100Oct 20, 2020→Bhagwan is sharanagat vatsal [compassionate to those who surrender] and gives more love than his own status when he sees pure bhav.
  22. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 99(02)Oct 19, 2020→
  23. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 101 To 102(01)Oct 21, 2020→The core message of the eight accepted scriptures is the ultimate welfare of the jiva, leading to the attainment of Bhagwan's abode.
  24. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 102(02) To 103(01)Oct 22, 2020→Bhakti should always be performed along with one's svadharma, which is determined by one's varna and ashram.
  25. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 103(02) To 104(01)Oct 23, 2020→Bhakti is defined as the highest love and affection for Bhagwan, accompanied by knowledge of his greatness and power.
  26. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 104(02) To 105(01)Oct 24, 2020→
  27. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 105(05) TO 106(01)Oct 28, 2020→The Advaita belief that the Atma is one and that the distinctions between jivas are illusory is incorrect.
  28. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(04)Oct 27, 2020→The jiva's capacity to act is dependent on Paramatma, as stated by Vyas Muni.
  29. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(03)Oct 26, 2020→The Charvaka philosophy asserts that the body is the soul, and consciousness, pleasure, and pain are properties of the body.
  30. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(02)Oct 25, 2020→The jiva is a subtle, conscious entity that resides in the heart and pervades the entire body with its power of knowledge.
  31. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(03)Oct 30, 2020→Maya is the astonishing power of nature that creates the universe, not an illusion or magic.
  32. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(02)Oct 29, 2020→
  33. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 108(02)Nov 1, 2020→Shri Krishna is the eternal, uncreated Parabrahm Purushottam, the cause of all avatars, and the sole object of worship.
  34. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 110 To 111Nov 2, 2020→Shri Krishna is the one supreme deity, and his different names reflect his association with various devotees.
  35. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 112Nov 3, 2020→Shri Krishna Bhagwan is one, and His various forms, such as four-armed, eight-armed, or thousand-armed, are manifested according to the devotee's wishes or His…
  36. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 113 To 114(01)Nov 4, 2020→All humans on Earth should perform bhakti to Shri Krishna Bhagwan with their mind, words, and actions.
  37. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 114(03) To 116(01)Nov 6, 2020→Without devotion to Bhagwan and satsang, even learned scholars can experience spiritual downfall, leading to lower forms of existence or suffering.
  38. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 114(02)Nov 5, 2020→Without bhakti, even virtues like knowledge are fruitless, akin to ornaments on a widow.
  39. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 116(02) To 117(01)Nov 7, 2020→Bhakti performed with deha bhav is considered formal and does not bring the desired results, unlike bhakti performed by transcending deha bhav.
  40. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 117(02) To 119Nov 8, 2020→The Dasham Skandha of the Shrimad Bhagavat should be listened to daily with reverence by devotees, or at least once a year if daily listening is not possible.
  41. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 120(02) To 121(01)Nov 9, 2020→Actions, dealings, and atonement should be determined by country, time, age, wealth, social class, and capability.
  42. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(07)Sep 17, 2025→Prapatti is accessible to everyone, regardless of varna, ashram [stage of life], gender, or past sins.
  43. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(06)Nov 14, 2020→Sharanagati is the means to attain Bhagwan's divine abode.
  44. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(04)Nov 12, 2020→
  45. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(03)Nov 11, 2020→The Akshardham, a divine and effulgent realm, is referred to as Golokdham in the Shrutis.
  46. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(02)Nov 10, 2020→Liberation is defined as attaining a state of servitude to God, not becoming God.
  47. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 127(02) To 129(01)Nov 18, 2020→Worshipping deities like Ganapati and Hanuman is considered the worship of Shri Krishna, as all deities are His vibhuti rup [manifestations of His power] and Hi…

Other discourses that draw on it

  1. Why do people commit sins even though they know that sin leads to misery?Jun 4, 2026→Desire and anger, born from rajas, are the primary drivers of sin.
  2. The process of hypocrisyMay 10, 2026→
  3. Nishkam seva makes one realize GodApr 19, 2026→Any yagna is an action, and actions originate from the Vedas, which Bhagwan Himself initiated.
  4. Does our ego change in satsang or not?Mar 29, 2026→
  5. When can it be said that momentum has been gained?Mar 28, 2026→Veg is present when one is never satisfied, whether in worldly pursuits or in the path of Bhagwan.
  6. If there is wisdom, mahima does not decrease even when staying togetherMar 15, 2026→When people live together, their true behavior is revealed, which can diminish their mahima.
  7. Why does confusion remain? And how is it eradicated?Feb 22, 2026→
  8. Serve Maharaj, but do so while remaining within the vartamansJan 31, 2026→To please Bhagwan Swaminarayan, renunciants must live according to the Dharmamrut, Shikshapatri, and Nishkam Shuddhi.
  9. Relation between Bhagwat Dharma and UpasanaJan 25, 2026→The core point of Bhagvat dharma is to connect others to Bhagwan and support them until they reach Maharaj.
  10. What is called Bhagwat Dharma?Jan 24, 2026→Bhagvat dharma and bhakti are the same.
  11. Rajasi and Tamasi charityJan 23, 2026→Tamas dan is characterized by disrespect, contempt, and a lack of consideration for the recipient, time, or place.
  12. There is a difference between recognition and knowingJan 1, 2026→There is a difference between knowing about a thief and recognizing a thief.
  13. If one does not protect bhakti, virtues become detrimental to liberationDec 15, 2025→Self-knowledge, detachment, and dharma are all means to increase bhakti that is accompanied by an understanding of God's greatness.
  14. Why should one not meditate on the muktas?Dec 2, 2025→Only Bhagwan Shri Krishna, his avatars, and their murtis are worthy of dhyan.
  15. Even the devtas desire the human bodyNov 28, 2025→Human birth is more valuable than that of devas, who also wish to be born as humans.
  16. When can it be said that knowledge has been attained?Nov 13, 2025→Vairagya is defined as a lack of interest or desire for anything other than Bhagwan.
  17. The four types of vairagyaNov 12, 2025→Vairagya is a lack of affection or interest in anything other than Shri Krishna Bhagwan.
  18. Dharma = righteous conduct established by the Shrutis, Smritis, and ancestorsNov 9, 2025→Dharma is defined as the actions praised by those who know the Vedas and by noble persons.
  19. Dharma and bhakti cannot be separatedOct 29, 2025→Any action, no matter how fruitful, should not be performed if it is devoid of dharma.
  20. Without the study of scriptures, dullness comes into the intellectOct 25, 2025→All devotees should daily study Sanskrit and local language shastras according to their intellect.
  21. If Bhagwan's work is considered as one's own, then love for Bhagwan developsOct 1, 2025→Entering into Bhagwan means developing such intense love that one becomes disoriented without Him.
  22. Why is it necessary to increase satvagun?Sep 25, 2025→It is necessary to increase sattvagun by abandoning rajogun and tamogun.
  23. Svadhyaya and PranidhanaAug 9, 2025→Pranidhan means to properly hold Bhagwan in one's mind.
  24. How should a sevak be?Jun 21, 2025→Eliminating negative qualities like fear, disrepute, and lack from the heart is a manifestation of Bhagwan's power.
  25. Without upasana of God, even perfection cannot be attainedMay 7, 2025→Realizing the atma and Brahman is impossible without the upasana and dhyan of Bhagwan's murti.
  26. Friendship of the jiva and the mind Part - 2Apr 30, 2025→The friendship between the jiva and the mind is eternal and as strong as the bond between milk and water.
  27. The world is real and it has to be uprooted from the jivaApr 2, 2025→One falls from devotion by either denying Bhagwan's form or by seeking worldly pleasures in divine abodes.
  28. Is there an intention to follow small and big agnas even during difficult times and places? - 1Mar 19, 2025→A person who remains firm in dharma during adverse times is one whose attention is always on all of Bhagwan's commands.
  29. Where is the planning for contemplating on Maharaj's murti?Feb 12, 2025→Contemplating worldly forms, even those appearing good, increases moha (attachment) and extends the cycle of rebirth in the 8.4 million species.
  30. To practice satsang even after becoming brahmarupFeb 2, 2025→Even highly realized individuals like Shukadevji continued to engage in bhakti and satsang.
  31. Reflection on the katha must happenDec 14, 2024→The five eternal distinctions are jiva, Ishwar, Purush, maya, and Vasudev.
  32. Keep such renunciation that is helpful to bhaktiNov 22, 2024→Excessive renunciation (atyag) can prevent one from performing devotion (bhakti) and service (seva) to Bhagwan.
  33. Maharaj's murti is Maharaj's very formOct 29, 2024→The murti of Bhagwan is Bhagwan's ultimate form, and no separate entity is indicated.
  34. Taking one's own fault in temptations so that conviction does not disintegrateOct 20, 2024→Tadatmyapanu is an unwavering nishchay in Bhagwan, where the mind does not waver from the conviction of Bhagwan's form.
  35. Wisdom is necessary along with devotionSep 21, 2024→
  36. Bhavana is something to be learned, just like kriyaAug 19, 2024→Brahma-bhavana is the practice of conceiving oneself as brahmarup and then performing bhakti to Purushottam Bhagwan.
  37. How are the indriyas conquered?Aug 14, 2024→Conquering the indriyas means disconnecting them from their objects, preventing their engagement.
  38. Cultivating eligibility for Maharaj's graceJun 19, 2024→A liberated soul is not bound by good or bad karma, just as God is not.
  39. Are the states riding over us, or are we riding over the states?May 26, 2024→
  40. How to please Bhagwan - 1Apr 1, 2024→A devotee's love for Bhagwan becomes permanent when it is based on understanding Bhagwan's divine qualities and mahima.
  41. Points to identify ang - 2Feb 5, 2024→
  42. What is called devotion to God?Jan 4, 2024→Bhakti is characterized by two core desires: aditsa and tarpanechha.
  43. What is the function of prakruti?Jan 1, 2024→Prakruti is trigunatmak, meaning its very form is composed of the three gunas: sattva, rajas, and tamas.
  44. Discrimination between good and badDec 22, 2023→A discerning person in satsang sees their own faults and the virtues of Bhagwan and his devotees.
  45. Divisions in the development of vairagyaDec 18, 2023→Vairagya is defined as having attachment to Bhagwan and no attachment to the world.
  46. The Sant instills the conviction in Bhagwan, and this conviction is broken by their faultsDec 17, 2023→Love for Bhagwan is developed by understanding his mahima.
  47. The joy of Maharaj's murti through satsangDec 15, 2023→Keeping the mind constantly focused on Bhagwan's form is the most difficult spiritual practice.
  48. Time, the power of karma, and Maharaj's willDec 11, 2023→God's will is twofold: an eternal will that governs the universe and a specific will that manifests when God takes human form.
Bhaktachintamani(26)Show 26
  1. Avidya vs. Viveka/Vidya - 2Aug 5, 2026→Inner suffering cannot be removed without understanding.
  2. Bhagwan's tek is an inexhaustible treasure for usJun 29, 2026→Sthiti means not retreating in adverse circumstances, even when insulted, opposed, or when the body does not cooperate.
  3. Reflection Discourse | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 26 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 26, 2026→Attachment to large cities, power, and wealth are the main causes that corrupt a jiva (soul).
  4. What is called dehabhiman?Mar 5, 2026→Dehabhiman is the most binding substance for the jiva.
  5. Keep the intense desire to remain in satsang resolvedJan 8, 2026→One should decide in advance to remain in satsang, even if facing extreme difficulties.
  6. Learning to set aside even one's own intellectJan 6, 2026→
  7. Make resolutions to please BhagwanOct 13, 2025→Make resolutions for Bhagwan's upasana, for love towards Bhagwan, and for meditating on Bhagwan's murti.
  8. By what does Fitness come?Oct 5, 2025→Yukta living means aligning one's diet, activities, sleep, and wakefulness to best serve Bhagwan.
  9. The sweetness of Bhagwan has to be instilled withinOct 4, 2025→When a person develops a strong taste for Bhagwan, they cannot be stopped, even if the whole world opposes them.
  10. If Bhagwan's work is considered as one's own, then love for Bhagwan developsOct 1, 2025→Entering into Bhagwan means developing such intense love that one becomes disoriented without Him.
  11. What is siddhi?Sep 26, 2025→Nishkarmyasiddhi means that karma becomes akarma, where there is no relationship or attachment to actions.
  12. KriyayogSep 24, 2025→Kriyayog is a technique to remember Bhagwan while performing any action, such as making cow dung cakes or rotis.
  13. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(07)Sep 17, 2025→Prapatti is accessible to everyone, regardless of varna, ashram [stage of life], gender, or past sins.
  14. Svadhyaya and PranidhanaAug 9, 2025→Pranidhan means to properly hold Bhagwan in one's mind.
  15. What is the difference between upasana and bhakti?Aug 4, 2025→Bhakti is a general act of service, such as the nine types of devotion including shravanam [listening], kirtanam [singing], and padasevanam [serving the feet].
  16. Do not take the help of a weak personJul 19, 2025→Maintain gratitude for help received, but do not allow yourself to be completely swayed by the benefactor.
  17. If one makes a decision and acts for the sake of God, God accepts itFeb 8, 2025→Actions performed with the clear intention of being for Bhagwan are accepted by Bhagwan and lead to a state beyond the three gunas.
  18. Keep such renunciation that is helpful to bhaktiNov 22, 2024→Excessive renunciation (atyag) can prevent one from performing devotion (bhakti) and service (seva) to Bhagwan.
  19. What is superior? Divya-buddhi or Guna-buddhiMar 21, 2024→A seeker must cultivate an understanding of how to acquire the virtues of a Satpurush.
  20. Points to identify ang - 2Feb 5, 2024→
  21. How is purnakamapana considered?Jan 11, 2024→True fulfillment (purnakamapana) is achieved through self-realization (atmanishtha) and knowledge of Bhagwan's greatness (mahatmya).
  22. The greatness of connecting with God even if one is sattvaguniJan 2, 2024→
  23. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 117(02) To 119Nov 8, 2020→The Dasham Skandha of the Shrimad Bhagavat should be listened to daily with reverence by devotees, or at least once a year if daily listening is not possible.
  24. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 116(02) To 117(01)Nov 7, 2020→Bhakti performed with deha bhav is considered formal and does not bring the desired results, unlike bhakti performed by transcending deha bhav.
  25. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(02)Oct 2, 2020→A devotee's actions become nirgun through their connection with Bhagwan, who is divine and free from the faults of maya.
  26. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 58(02)Sep 30, 2020→
Bhagavad Gita(243)Show 243
  1. What is avidya and how to recognize it?Aug 3, 2026→Avidya is extremely subtle and difficult to recognize, often mistaken for a natural part of one's character.
  2. To gain a grip on the relationship with Maharaj in any wayAug 1, 2026→Spiritual knowledge, like 18,000 shlokas, is only useful if it connects one's jiva to Bhagwan.
  3. In satsang, incompleteness, hunger, and mastery of relationshipJul 31, 2026→Desire for satsang arises from either a sense of incompleteness or a spiritual hunger.
  4. Mumukshuta vs. BuddhimattaJul 30, 2026→The touch of Bhagwan is supremely purifying and grants unwavering happiness.
  5. From ashro comes warrior strength and from ego comes warrior moodJul 27, 2026→God created the universe with seven continents, nine divisions, and seven oceans, arranging for the sustenance of all beings out of His own will and compassion.
  6. Who cannot take refuge in God?Jul 22, 2026→A person's own effort or duty ("kinchit kartavya") in any undertaking is small; the greater share of the work belongs to God — illustrated by Krishna telling Ar…
  7. Maharaj takes care of a true bhagat even more than a mother does.Jul 19, 2026→Bhagwan personally cares for his devotees, just as a husband cares for his wife, a king cares for his subjects, and a true guru guides his disciple.
  8. If there is full faith, one does not go up and down with the resultJul 6, 2026→Renunciants and householders must maintain their vows and dharma until their last breath, acting to please Maharaj.
  9. One should make effort to firmly establish Maharaj's ashro in the jivaJul 3, 2026→Nishkulanand Swami's advice is for those who are sincere and honest in their devotion to Bhagwan.
  10. God purifies the distressed devoteeJul 2, 2026→No jiva can achieve salvation based on their own merits, as everyone has committed sins and offenses against Bhagwan.
  11. Ashra has an issue with egoJun 27, 2026→Bhagwan's name is like a boat that carries one across the ocean of worldly existence (bhavsagar) without effort.
  12. Whose shelter should one take - like a monkey's baby or like a tick?Jun 25, 2026→The name of Narayan has immense mahima, as stated in all shastras.
  13. Ananya gatik = purusharth 100% and abhiman 0%Jun 22, 2026→Bhagwan assesses a devotee's surrender (sharanagat) by their degree of ananya gatikta and akincan.
  14. Haribal = the grip of trust in Maharaj aloneJun 21, 2026→Haribal means the strength of Bhagwan, which is the strength of Bhagwan's name.
  15. The jiva is neutral - it becomes happy or unhappy based on its attachment.Jun 20, 2026→Bhagwan and His sadhus are divya because they have a connection with Bhagwan.
  16. Svabhav, vasana, and agnanJun 17, 2026→Worldly desires originate externally from the interaction of senses and objects, and their permanent dwelling place is the ego.
  17. Forms of kamanaJun 12, 2026→Kamana is the desire to obtain something that has not yet been acquired.
  18. Why do people commit sins even though they know that sin leads to misery?Jun 4, 2026→Desire and anger, born from rajas, are the primary drivers of sin.
  19. Desire for bhog causes sinJun 3, 2026→No one inherently desires to commit sin, as everyone knows its result is suffering.
  20. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 28 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 28, 2026→
  21. Reflection Discourse | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 26 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 26, 2026→Attachment to large cities, power, and wealth are the main causes that corrupt a jiva (soul).
  22. When does doership not apply? - 2May 20, 2026→
  23. When does one not feel doership? - 1May 19, 2026→Bhagwan's principle is eternal and does not change based on human belief or disbelief.
  24. How is the control of the indriyas with the jiva and Paramatma?May 17, 2026→To be free from karma-bandhan, one must accept that the body, senses, mind, intellect, objects, and actions are not one's own, but belong to Paramatma.
  25. Is nishkam seva superior to dhyan?May 16, 2026→Performing action (karma) is the means to becoming yogarudh.
  26. The process of hypocrisyMay 10, 2026→
  27. What is loksangraha?May 5, 2026→
  28. How is God realized?May 2, 2026→Humans often mistakenly believe that attaining God requires the same arduous effort as attaining worldly objects.
  29. Do not keep a hidden agenda in nishkam karmaMay 1, 2026→The ego of doership and the intense desire for the fruits of action are two sides of the same coin.
  30. To keep What, How, and Why clear in kriyaApr 30, 2026→Bhagwan described three yogas: Karma Yoga (physical action), Gyan Yoga (knowledge), and Bhakti Yoga (devotion).
  31. To separate oneself from ego and possessiveness is an artApr 24, 2026→
  32. The fruit of nishkam karmayog depends on the worthiness of the recipient of the offering.Apr 23, 2026→Nishkam karmayog is performed when one sacrifices their own self-interest for the benefit of others.
  33. Bhagwan protects those who protect Bhagwan.Apr 22, 2026→Every person has an inclination to do something, and as long as this activity is for the attainment of worldly things, there remains a desire to do it for onese…
  34. Where can a person's hunger for affection be satisfied?Apr 21, 2026→Human beings constantly seek love and satisfaction, but worldly objects and relationships provide only a temporary illusion of these.
  35. Nishkam seva makes one realize GodApr 19, 2026→Any yagna is an action, and actions originate from the Vedas, which Bhagwan Himself initiated.
  36. It becomes essential to use the body in Maharaj's sevaApr 16, 2026→Everything we have, including our body, knowledge, and possessions, comes from others and ultimately from Bhagwan.
  37. To have faith in Swami's wordsApr 14, 2026→
  38. If our duty matches the devotee's right, then affection arisesApr 13, 2026→
  39. Keep renunciation and surrender in the true centerApr 11, 2026→Yagna is the creation of humans along with the performance of sacrifice.
  40. God should be at the center of nishkam karmayog or sevayogApr 9, 2026→An aspirant should not perform actions with a desire for enjoyment or worldly power, as this increases attachment and cravings.
  41. Does our ego change in satsang or not?Mar 29, 2026→
  42. What is the great means to eradicate infatuation?Mar 27, 2026→Moh arises from anything that is excessively pleasing to an individual, whether it is an object, a person, or a situation.
  43. What is the meaning of non-doership? - 2Mar 14, 2026→All actions of Maharaj are for the welfare of jivas and are full of knowledge, not for his own happiness.
  44. What is the meaning of non-doership? - 1Mar 13, 2026→Shriji Maharaj performs all actions for the welfare of the jiva and with knowledge, not for His own pleasure, thus making Him akarta.
  45. How does upasana get boosted?Mar 9, 2026→Firm upasana involves recognizing places where Shriji Maharaj resided and not tolerating criticism of them.
  46. What is called dehabhiman?Mar 5, 2026→Dehabhiman is the most binding substance for the jiva.
  47. Swabhavs are eradicated through desperationMar 1, 2026→Knowledge and detachment alone are not enough to overcome one's inherent nature (swabhav).
  48. What is gnan? And what is vignan? Part - 2Feb 21, 2026→The core subject of the entire universe, from the smallest insect to Prakruti Purush, is the desire for worldly pleasures, specifically wealth and women.
  49. Love for Bhagwan does not happen just by gaining gnanFeb 18, 2026→Love for Bhagwan is not a result of having extensive knowledge or power.
  50. One who is strong can let go of their beliefFeb 5, 2026→A devotee who can leave the world to worship Bhagwan is considered strong.
  51. Relation between Bhagwat Dharma and UpasanaJan 25, 2026→The core point of Bhagvat dharma is to connect others to Bhagwan and support them until they reach Maharaj.
  52. Purity of feelingsJan 22, 2026→
  53. Worry and fear show a lack of refugeJan 21, 2026→
  54. Difference / similarity between a satvaguni and nirgun seekerJan 18, 2026→Sattva guna, while beneficial for detaching from worldly attachments, does not by itself connect a person to God.
  55. Cultivating interest in a good personJan 12, 2026→
  56. There is a difference between recognition and knowingJan 1, 2026→There is a difference between knowing about a thief and recognizing a thief.
  57. How is good conduct without scriptural injunctions considered?Dec 24, 2025→Actions performed without scriptural injunctions, even with faith, do not lead to siddhi, happiness, or the highest spiritual state.
  58. Sensory enjoyment only makes the mind restlessDec 20, 2025→Indulging in worldly pleasures (bhog) increases attachment and is the root cause of rebirth and all suffering.
  59. Perform auspicious karma continuously, but do not abandon duty due to failureDec 17, 2025→When performing good deeds, make a complete and even extra effort, but do not become distressed if the outcome is not as desired.
  60. Thoughts of opposite-gender vasana should be known as past sinsDec 14, 2025→Sexual desire is a powerful attraction that is difficult to overcome, similar to a snake's bite that cannot be cured by mantras.
  61. Attainment of the Dham and Maharaj's pleasure - SectionDec 12, 2025→Bhagwan is the sole giver of results and the source of power for all deities.
  62. The 6 limbs of surrenderDec 11, 2025→Sharanagati has six aspects, which can be shortened to two: ananyagatiktā and akinchanpanu.
  63. To cultivate devotion (bhavana) towards Maharaj through one's skill or sevaDec 9, 2025→Service or skill is only beneficial if it develops bhavana towards Bhagwan or pleases a devotee of Bhagwan.
  64. If unconditional love for Bhagwan is developed, then by doing a little more, we can cross overNov 30, 2025→To always remember to please God, one must pay more attention to this remembrance in every action.
  65. The method of meditating on BhagwanNov 25, 2025→Shri Krishna, as Parabrahma Purushottam, is the supreme object of worship and the cause of all avatars.
  66. How is Maharaj the controller, the indweller, and the giver of the fruits of karma?Nov 24, 2025→God resides within the jiva as its inner controller, just as the jiva resides in the heart.
  67. Work done out of duty brings peace, and work done out of attachment brings restlessnessNov 22, 2025→Performing one's duty brings peace, while acting out of attachment leads to restlessness.
  68. The forms of rajogun and tamogunNov 21, 2025→Rajo gun binds the jiva to the world through attachment to the five sense objects and activities for wealth and family.
  69. Nourishment of the jiva and strength to the jiva - how?Nov 16, 2025→The jiva is subtle, self-luminous, and resides in the heart, pervading the entire body with its power of knowledge.
  70. By knowing the mahima, dedication increases and one's own insignificance is realizedNov 11, 2025→Bhakti is total dedication to Bhagwan, which is impossible without knowing His mahima.
  71. How to evaluate the avatars-Nov 8, 2025→The core point of all scriptures is to attain Bhagwan through bhakti accompanied by dharma.
  72. Not to accept the beliefs of those who do not align with Maharaj's beliefsNov 7, 2025→
  73. One whose jiva is pulled into the world cannot connect with BhagwanNov 6, 2025→Yoga is defined as establishing the mind's tendencies in the form of Bhagwan Shri Narayan.
  74. Do not make changes in the Vedas, Vachanamrut, Swamini Vato, and the kirtans of the sadhusNov 4, 2025→The Vedas are apaurusheya, meaning they are not authored by any human, making them entirely authoritative and free from human imperfections.
  75. Without the study of scriptures, dullness comes into the intellectOct 25, 2025→All devotees should daily study Sanskrit and local language shastras according to their intellect.
  76. How to become free from dualities?Oct 19, 2025→Freedom from dualities (dvandva) is attained when one's sole focus is on pleasing Bhagwan.
  77. The meaning of conquering the defect of associationOct 17, 2025→Attraction and attachment to Bhagwan is called prem bhakti, while attraction and attachment to the world is called moh or asakti.
  78. How is supreme peace attained?Oct 9, 2025→A devotee who offers their self to Bhagwan is considered nirguna because their actions become nirguna through their connection with Bhagwan.
  79. Which is sagun action and which is nirgun?Oct 7, 2025→Bhagwan is a divya murti, free from the defects of maya, and possesses countless auspicious qualities.
  80. If Bhagwan's work is considered as one's own, then love for Bhagwan developsOct 1, 2025→Entering into Bhagwan means developing such intense love that one becomes disoriented without Him.
  81. Understanding bhakti and its RequirementSep 30, 2025→Bhakti is not automatic; it requires conscious effort and action.
  82. What is siddhi?Sep 26, 2025→Nishkarmyasiddhi means that karma becomes akarma, where there is no relationship or attachment to actions.
  83. KriyayogSep 24, 2025→Kriyayog is a technique to remember Bhagwan while performing any action, such as making cow dung cakes or rotis.
  84. What does renunciation of fruits mean?Sep 19, 2025→No living being in the universe is free from the three gunas.
  85. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(07)Sep 17, 2025→Prapatti is accessible to everyone, regardless of varna, ashram [stage of life], gender, or past sins.
  86. Examining whether there is self-interest in an action or notSep 12, 2025→All actions, whether good or bad, are performed through the body, speech, and mind, and are influenced by five factors.
  87. Knowledge beyond the intellect happens through pratilom (the reverse process)Sep 7, 2025→Knowledge beyond the intellect is not easily acquired through the normal process of understanding.
  88. Devotion to dutySep 5, 2025→Performing one's prescribed duty (kartavya) is superior to merely singing the praises (mahima) of God.
  89. Using one's own inclination only to please MaharajAug 28, 2025→Everyone possesses an "ang" or core competency, which can be either spiritual or worldly.
  90. Attachment makes the jiva weakAug 25, 2025→All actions should be performed without attachment or desire for their fruits.
  91. Suppress weak samskaras by planningAug 20, 2025→
  92. Praising oneself is an asuri sentimentAug 16, 2025→Considering oneself great due to wealth, honor, and pride is an asuri bhav.
  93. The importance of purity of conductAug 14, 2025→Vivek shakti is present in all living beings, but only humans have the opportunity to develop it for their ultimate welfare.
  94. What should one do to make attachment (raga) go away?Aug 13, 2025→
  95. How does one know one's own devibhava and asurabhava?Aug 11, 2025→Those with daivi sampatti always focus on their own spiritual welfare, even in adverse circumstances.
  96. Lack of faith in refuge is a blemishAug 10, 2025→
  97. Svadhyaya and PranidhanaAug 9, 2025→Pranidhan means to properly hold Bhagwan in one's mind.
  98. Characteristics of asuri tendencyAug 1, 2025→Greed makes a person violent, cruel, and murderous, destroying the heart's tenderness.
  99. What is donation?Jul 26, 2025→Renunciation is a divine quality, bringing joy when performed and sadness when not.
  100. How do we know that we have not separated from action?Jul 22, 2025→The jiva's dharma is to be a doer (kartrutva), and it receives the fruits of its actions.
  101. What should be called an illusion?Jul 21, 2025→The body is called "kshetra" and is considered inert.
  102. Are we interested in desireless seva or not?Jul 20, 2025→
  103. By renouncing the fruits of action, great peace is attainedJul 17, 2025→Bhakti and jnan develop within nishkam sevayog.
  104. Serving by identifying one's own Core CompetencyJul 16, 2025→Practice is good, knowledge is better than practice, meditation is better than knowledge, and renunciation of the fruits of action is the best because it immedi…
  105. Deciding to do seva, and doing seva according to one's inclination Part - 2Jul 15, 2025→
  106. Having made the decision to do seva, doing seva according to one's inclination Part - 1Jul 14, 2025→A strong, internal resolve to dedicate oneself to Bhagwan can lead to profound detachment from worldly possessions and desires.
  107. By the decision to do what pleases God, sins run awayJul 13, 2025→Renouncing the fruits of all actions means abandoning worldly desires and prioritizing Bhagwan's will.
  108. The fruit of action done contrary to God's wish Part - 2Jul 9, 2025→Those who are averse to Bhagwan are called 'moghkarmāṇah', meaning their efforts lead to futile outcomes.
  109. When are the scriptures understood?Jul 5, 2025→Ramanujacharya interprets the word "Akshar" as the form of the atma, while other thinkers understand it as Bhagwan's formless aspect.
  110. Does peace come from renunciation or from bhakti?Jul 4, 2025→The direct vision and attainment of Bhagwan are achieved only through singular bhakti to Bhagwan.
  111. By love for the Satpurush, vasana is worn out Part - 1Jun 29, 2025→The memory of past actions and desires (vasana) does not fade with time; it can even become stronger.
  112. Misery arises from the relationships assumed by the jivaJun 6, 2025→The jiva is eternal and a part of Bhagwan, but it is caught in the cycle of birth and death due to karma.
  113. The next birth is determined by mentality and svabhavJun 1, 2025→
  114. The significance of remembering God at the end of lifeMay 30, 2025→The word "smaran" indicates that remembering Bhagwan and leaving the body happen at the same time.
  115. Identifying one's spiritual inclinationMay 26, 2025→Your anga is the bhakti that makes your mind stick to Bhagwan and stops thoughts of the five sense objects.
  116. When is it considered the force of the atma? Part - 1May 14, 2025→Maya is defined as ego-identification with the body and possessiveness towards bodily relations and possessions.
  117. Do we believe God and other forms to be separate?May 11, 2025→Forms created from maya are temporary and false, while Bhagwan's form and his muktas' forms in Akshardham are eternal, divine, and radiant.
  118. What kind of Mentality allows ashra to sustain?May 4, 2025→Complete devotion is not achieved through external actions alone; inner feelings (bhavana) are paramount.
  119. Mahima works according to intentionApr 22, 2025→Maharaj emphasizes dharma, which includes tapascharya, as a means to purify devotion and destroy vasana.
  120. Compassion and affection - worldly or divineApr 16, 2025→Daya and priti are relative terms; their nature depends on the object or person they are directed towards.
  121. Doing seva with responsibility along with the resolve to pleaseApr 7, 2025→Those with mild vairagya should enter the householder's life, then vanaprastha [retirement from worldly life], and finally sannyas [renunciation].
  122. Do not keep the attitude of 'if I had this, I would do it this way'Mar 25, 2025→Focus on the resources you currently have and how to use them to please Bhagwan, rather than wishing for different circumstances.
  123. Indulgence, sustenance, and desireless stateMar 24, 2025→True nishkam bhav involves not desiring other fruits from actions, but always desiring Bhagwan's pleasure.
  124. What does God expect?Mar 22, 2025→One should not desire any other fruit from bhakti, upasana, seva, shraddha, and dharma nishtha related to Bhagwan.
  125. Relation of seva and dhyanMar 6, 2025→Dhyan is performed by the mind and intellect, not by the eyes.
  126. What is the difference between the custom and rule of the Sampraday?Mar 2, 2025→A satsangi must know certain things to resolve doubts and answer questions.
  127. How to become nirvikaar?Mar 1, 2025→Nivritti is defined as attachment to Bhagwan, not merely abstaining from worldly things.
  128. How does one slip into divine and demonic feelings?Feb 21, 2025→Jivas are primarily categorized as daivi or asuri.
  129. How is Vasudev Sarvam?Feb 11, 2025→Remembering Bhagwan is the greatest benefit of human birth.
  130. Love that is favorable to God is called love compatible with the soulFeb 5, 2025→Sattva guna creates attachment to happiness and favorable circumstances, rajas guna creates attachment to worldly actions, and tamas guna creates attachment to…
  131. How do sense objects enter inside and what is a moderate diet?Jan 23, 2025→
  132. To attain moksha, one must maintain a balance of emotionsJan 19, 2025→Bhagwan Swaminarayan's inherent nature is compassionate, as shown by his refusal to harm even a plant.
  133. How is the Sampraday nourished?Jan 17, 2025→Pushti, or the strength of a sampraday, means its long-term stability, its prominence from a Vedic perspective, and its numerical growth.
  134. What are the characteristics of love for Bhagwan?Jan 14, 2025→True love for Bhagwan means having no love for anything else.
  135. What does it mean to do atma vichar?Jan 13, 2025→Atmavichar means to reflect on one's own spiritual state, not just to understand the theoretical nature of the soul.
  136. What is the form of moha?Jan 11, 2025→Moh is defined as perverted understanding, where one sees things contrary to their true nature.
  137. One becomes happy when one transcends the three gunasJan 7, 2025→No living being can be happy as long as they are connected to the gunas.
  138. How is the entry?Jan 4, 2025→An unshakeable inner force for Bhagwan, where one cannot be stopped from devotion, is considered pravesh in Bhagwan.
  139. Have the urgency to be free from prakrutiJan 1, 2025→One's inherent nature (swabhavik prakruti) can be overcome only through specific spiritual efforts.
  140. To resolve for akhand smruti and strive for itDec 30, 2024→There are four main ways to maintain constant remembrance of Bhagwan: a natural tendency of the mind to attach, extreme bravery, fear of worldly suffering, and…
  141. What is Fitness in Satsang?Dec 26, 2024→Control the mind by constantly meditating on being the atma and engaging it in the nine forms of bhakti, never allowing it to be idle.
  142. Reflection on the katha must happenDec 14, 2024→The five eternal distinctions are jiva, Ishwar, Purush, maya, and Vasudev.
  143. How to know whether there is affection for spiritual endeavors?Dec 12, 2024→Love for Bhagwan is measured by how much one sacrifices their dehabhiman for Bhagwan's sake.
  144. Not getting bored is a sign of attachmentDec 11, 2024→Asakti to God is demonstrated by overcoming physical and mental obstacles to engage in devotional practices.
  145. Maharaj's nature and principlesDec 4, 2024→Serving Bhagwan's bhakta with mind, action, and speech is the way to please Bhagwan.
  146. When is one considered to have separated from the intellect?Nov 28, 2024→The jiva is always awake and never sleeps, unlike the states of waking and sleeping which belong to the intellect.
  147. The force of past samskaras and place-timeNov 17, 2024→The thought that overcomes inner enemies like kama and krodha is beyond the three gunas and resides within the jiva.
  148. What kind of seva makes Maharaj extremely pleased?Nov 11, 2024→A renunciant who outwardly adheres to dharma but inwardly desires worldly pleasures will be reborn as a householder to experience those pleasures.
  149. Recognizing the wickedness of the mindNov 9, 2024→The mind's substance is pure, formed from sattvic [goodness] ego, but its nature is extremely corrupt.
  150. What kind of scriptures should be studied?Oct 30, 2024→Listening to shushk Vedant scriptures can destroy a jiva's upasana of Bhagwan and lead to samabhav towards other deities.
  151. If there is nistha, then one has faith in GodOct 25, 2024→
  152. Upasana bears fruit based on connectionOct 23, 2024→The attainment of a specific divine abode is determined by the anusamdhan one holds while performing dhyan on Maharaj's murti.
  153. What kind of karma cuts birth and death?Oct 1, 2024→Actions performed for personal pleasure, even if they are good deeds, are considered 'bhog' and lead to the cycle of birth and death.
  154. Who is drowned in karma and who is notSep 30, 2024→Actions performed with attachment to dharma, artha, and kama lead to temporary rewards and the cycle of birth and death.
  155. To know Maharaj as nirlep and nirdoshSep 29, 2024→Connecting with God through jnan means knowing Him as nirlep, while connecting through bhakti means knowing Him as nirdosh.
  156. Maharaj's wish and opinion - 2Sep 26, 2024→Great and capable individuals should renounce worldly pleasures for the sake of guiding those who are less advanced.
  157. Wish is identified through incidentsSep 24, 2024→The true inclination, intention, or principle of a person is revealed through the events of their life.
  158. Wisdom is necessary along with devotionSep 21, 2024→
  159. Does kalyan happen through bhavana or vivek?Sep 20, 2024→People interpret scriptures according to their own understanding, not necessarily as the scriptures intend.
  160. How to study the scriptures?Sep 11, 2024→A Shastri understands the core meaning of shastras and the proper methods of interpretation, as taught by various branches of knowledge.
  161. Maharaj's Mission - To become nirgunSep 9, 2024→One's achievements should be utilized in the service of Bhagwan and his devotees.
  162. The great fruit of seva performed according to wishesSep 5, 2024→A devotee should not keep any swabhav that hinders their devotion to Bhagwan.
  163. The vow of fidelity towards MaharajAug 30, 2024→A devotee of Bhagwan should maintain unwavering loyalty to their chosen deity, like a pativrata's steadfastness to her husband.
  164. In what kind of situations do even very good spiritual seekers become agitated?Aug 18, 2024→A jiva can rise to a higher spiritual state through bhavana alone, even without immediate action.
  165. How are the indriyas conquered?Aug 14, 2024→Conquering the indriyas means disconnecting them from their objects, preventing their engagement.
  166. What has Maharaj said to uproot attachment?Aug 13, 2024→Atmanishtha is essential to overcome the desire to live and to cultivate vairagya [detachment], which leads to mumukshuta [desire for liberation].
  167. Moha vaichitya, meaning strangeness; strangeness means perversityAug 11, 2024→Moh is not merely agnan; even knowledgeable individuals and rishimunis can be affected by it.
  168. Attachment means delusion - how?Aug 10, 2024→Moh is a mental delusion that prevents one from distinguishing between proper and improper actions.
  169. Through whose knowledge does moksha happen?Aug 9, 2024→
  170. The best endeavor among endeavors related to dharma - desirelessnessJul 18, 2024→Nishkamapana is the most important spiritual tool because it encompasses all other virtues.
  171. Ego and possessiveness become aggressive against the five beautiful vishays and produce infatuationJul 17, 2024→Moh is a state of mental confusion where one cannot make clear decisions or judgments.
  172. Importance of faith and discretionJul 15, 2024→Faith in the words of a true sant leads to the manifestation of virtues like dharma, vairagya, vivek, gnan, and bhakti.
  173. The form of GodJul 9, 2024→Bhagwan's true form is eternally one, human-like, always youthful, free from maya, and possesses infinite divine powers.
  174. Conviction with mahimaJul 8, 2024→A person with firm nishchay in Bhagwan lives by his words and experiences a state of bliss.
  175. Who is freed from the fear of death in satsang?Jul 4, 2024→The fear of death for a haribhakt means the fear of the cycle of birth and death.
  176. How to overcome pramada and lazinessJul 2, 2024→Moh is attachment to worldly objects that are not worth attaching to.
  177. The nature and effect of angerJun 29, 2024→Anger is like a rabid dog, harming both the one who expresses it and those affected by its consequences.
  178. The qualification to go to Akshardham and to stay there, those two are differentJun 28, 2024→Pramad is doing what should not be done and not doing what should be done.
  179. What is meant by God's virtue? And how does it come?Jun 20, 2024→God's grace is essential for attaining His abode, not just human effort.
  180. Cultivating eligibility for Maharaj's graceJun 19, 2024→A liberated soul is not bound by good or bad karma, just as God is not.
  181. What are the characteristics of love for God?Jun 17, 2024→Priti means to please and make the beloved happy.
  182. How is there one state within another state?May 27, 2024→An avastha is the condition in which the jiva experiences sense objects.
  183. Are the states riding over us, or are we riding over the states?May 26, 2024→
  184. What is more important on the path to kalyan: purvasamskara or sang?May 18, 2024→One's intellect is influenced by desa (place), kala (time), and kriya (action).
  185. We Don't Have a Plan for the FutureMay 16, 2024→A mind that does not focus on prayer lacks a demand for God.
  186. What work does contemplation do?Apr 26, 2024→Manan of Bhagwan's words and actions helps create a clear image of His personality, including His likes and dislikes.
  187. To increase interest in Bhagwan by remaining in one's angApr 19, 2024→Love for Bhagwan should be like amrut, always sweet and never becoming old or tiresome.
  188. When are mahima and vairagya tested?Apr 13, 2024→Vairagya is tested when one is presented with worldly pleasures and conveniences.
  189. To strengthen the understanding of flaws in the five vishays within the jivaMar 30, 2024→Developing a sense of fault in the five sense objects is essential for conquering the mind and senses.
  190. How to analyze one's own vasana - 2Mar 13, 2024→Vasana can be deceptive, making one believe it is gone when it is merely dormant.
  191. Who is called a true gyaniMar 4, 2024→The greatness of God is not true or false, but the person who speaks of it can be.
  192. How to overcome vasana? - 2Feb 23, 2024→The debt of vasana must be repaid gradually, not all at once.
  193. What is considered atmarup vartan?Feb 22, 2024→Behaving as the atma means acting in accordance with the commands of God, sat-shastra, and sat-purush.
  194. How to overcome vasanaFeb 21, 2024→Sankalpa is the manifest form of vasana, and observing one's sankalpa helps identify underlying vasana.
  195. Where to keep and where not to keep hatha, mana, and irshaFeb 16, 2024→Taking the good qualities of a great sadhu leads to daily spiritual growth.
  196. Points to identify ang - 2Feb 5, 2024→
  197. When is one considered to have become attached to worldly pleasures related to GodFeb 2, 2024→Every embodied being is naturally drawn to the five sense objects.
  198. How to find angJan 26, 2024→
  199. What does it mean to work for Maharaj's mission?Jan 24, 2024→Working for Bhagwan means understanding and participating in Bhagwan's mission.
  200. How is purnakamapana considered?Jan 11, 2024→True fulfillment (purnakamapana) is achieved through self-realization (atmanishtha) and knowledge of Bhagwan's greatness (mahatmya).
  201. The greatness of connecting with God even if one is sattvaguniJan 2, 2024→
  202. To recognize a tattva means to recognize its flawsDec 30, 2023→One can understand the nature of the mind and other tattvas by observing their actions.
  203. What is sthiti? - 2Dec 21, 2023→
  204. Divisions in the development of vairagyaDec 18, 2023→Vairagya is defined as having attachment to Bhagwan and no attachment to the world.
  205. The joy of Maharaj's murti through satsangDec 15, 2023→Keeping the mind constantly focused on Bhagwan's form is the most difficult spiritual practice.
  206. Time, the power of karma, and Maharaj's willDec 11, 2023→God's will is twofold: an eternal will that governs the universe and a specific will that manifests when God takes human form.
  207. What is choko patlo?Dec 10, 2023→Everything in the world, including the body, is subject to kshay, meaning decay and destruction by time.
  208. How does the disease of the mind go away?Dec 8, 2023→A *manasvi* is someone whose mind is praised by great persons and shastras for their commitment to praiseworthy actions.
  209. The decision to go to AkshardhamDec 7, 2023→A firm decision to go to Bhagwan's abode should be made before death, not at the last moment.
  210. What does it mean to transcend karma?Dec 6, 2023→Bhagwan creates both the waking and dream worlds based on the jiva's past karma.
  211. The recognition of Maharaj and its attainmentNov 22, 2023→True spiritual attainment (prapti) is synonymous with having a correct understanding (olakhan) of Bhagwan.
  212. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 127(02) To 129(01)Nov 18, 2020→Worshipping deities like Ganapati and Hanuman is considered the worship of Shri Krishna, as all deities are His vibhuti rup [manifestations of His power] and Hi…
  213. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(06)Nov 14, 2020→Sharanagati is the means to attain Bhagwan's divine abode.
  214. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(03)Nov 11, 2020→The Akshardham, a divine and effulgent realm, is referred to as Golokdham in the Shrutis.
  215. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 121(02)Nov 10, 2020→Liberation is defined as attaining a state of servitude to God, not becoming God.
  216. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 117(02) To 119Nov 8, 2020→The Dasham Skandha of the Shrimad Bhagavat should be listened to daily with reverence by devotees, or at least once a year if daily listening is not possible.
  217. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 116(02) To 117(01)Nov 7, 2020→Bhakti performed with deha bhav is considered formal and does not bring the desired results, unlike bhakti performed by transcending deha bhav.
  218. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 114(03) To 116(01)Nov 6, 2020→Without devotion to Bhagwan and satsang, even learned scholars can experience spiritual downfall, leading to lower forms of existence or suffering.
  219. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 114(02)Nov 5, 2020→Without bhakti, even virtues like knowledge are fruitless, akin to ornaments on a widow.
  220. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 113 To 114(01)Nov 4, 2020→All humans on Earth should perform bhakti to Shri Krishna Bhagwan with their mind, words, and actions.
  221. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 110 To 111Nov 2, 2020→Shri Krishna is the one supreme deity, and his different names reflect his association with various devotees.
  222. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 108(02)Nov 1, 2020→Shri Krishna is the eternal, uncreated Parabrahm Purushottam, the cause of all avatars, and the sole object of worship.
  223. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(03)Oct 30, 2020→Maya is the astonishing power of nature that creates the universe, not an illusion or magic.
  224. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 106(02)Oct 29, 2020→
  225. Shikshapatri Katha Shlok 105(05) TO 106(01)Oct 28, 2020→The Advaita belief that the Atma is one and that the distinctions between jivas are illusory is incorrect.
  226. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(04)Oct 27, 2020→The jiva's capacity to act is dependent on Paramatma, as stated by Vyas Muni.
  227. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(03)Oct 26, 2020→The Charvaka philosophy asserts that the body is the soul, and consciousness, pleasure, and pain are properties of the body.
  228. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 105(02)Oct 25, 2020→The jiva is a subtle, conscious entity that resides in the heart and pervades the entire body with its power of knowledge.
  229. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 104(02) To 105(01)Oct 24, 2020→
  230. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 103(02) To 104(01)Oct 23, 2020→Bhakti is defined as the highest love and affection for Bhagwan, accompanied by knowledge of his greatness and power.
  231. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 102(02) To 103(01)Oct 22, 2020→Bhakti should always be performed along with one's svadharma, which is determined by one's varna and ashram.
  232. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 101 To 102(01)Oct 21, 2020→The core message of the eight accepted scriptures is the ultimate welfare of the jiva, leading to the attainment of Bhagwan's abode.
  233. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 99(03) To 100Oct 20, 2020→Bhagwan is sharanagat vatsal [compassionate to those who surrender] and gives more love than his own status when he sees pure bhav.
  234. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 99(02)Oct 19, 2020→
  235. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 95 To 97Oct 17, 2020→The path to moksha is found in shastras that discipline human life and are proven true through deliberation on tattva, the means to moksha, and the nature of mo…
  236. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 92 To 94Oct 16, 2020→If a sin is committed, whether knowingly or unknowingly, one should perform atonement according to their physical capacity.
  237. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 87 To 89(01)Oct 14, 2020→During a solar or lunar eclipse, householders should bathe and donate according to their capacity, while renunciants should perform puja.
  238. Shikshapatri Katha -Shlok 75(02) To 79(01)Oct 11, 2020→Never reveal anyone's private matters, even those of an enemy, as it causes harm to both parties.
  239. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 65 To 67Oct 7, 2020→
  240. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(03)Oct 3, 2020→An atmanivedi bhakta's actions, performed with love for Shri Krishna Bhagwan, are considered nirgun and lead to liberation.
  241. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(02)Oct 2, 2020→A devotee's actions become nirgun through their connection with Bhagwan, who is divine and free from the faults of maya.
  242. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 59(01)Oct 1, 2020→Bhagwan is both nirgun, free from the gunas of Maya, and sagun, possessing infinite auspicious qualities.
  243. Shikshapatri Katha - Shlok 57,58(01)Sep 29, 2020→Recite stotras of Shri Krishna Bhagwan according to your capacity, and if you do not know Sanskrit, chant Bhagwan's name.
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  1. Bhagwan's tek is an inexhaustible treasure for usJun 29, 2026→Sthiti means not retreating in adverse circumstances, even when insulted, opposed, or when the body does not cooperate.
  2. To remain 'garju' for Bhagwan's happiness is goodJun 10, 2026→It is better to feel a need for Bhagwan than to rely on one's own efforts, which can lead to ego.
  3. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 28 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 28, 2026→
  4. Reflection Discourse | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 26 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 26, 2026→Attachment to large cities, power, and wealth are the main causes that corrupt a jiva (soul).
  5. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 25 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 25, 2026→The company of holy people (sadhu samagam) is the sole source of true spiritual knowledge (gnan).
  6. Chintan Katha | Gunatitanand Swami Vato, P1 | 24 May 2026 | Pujyapad Mahant Swami | RajkotMay 24, 2026→Bhagwan's abode is Gunatit, and the jiva is meant to become Gunatit.
  7. To have a flawless understanding of God is rare.Apr 26, 2026→A faultless understanding of Bhagwan means never perceiving human flaws or bodily attributes in him, even when he performs human-like actions.
  8. Do not make changes in the Vedas, Vachanamrut, Swamini Vato, and the kirtans of the sadhusNov 4, 2025→The Vedas are apaurusheya, meaning they are not authored by any human, making them entirely authoritative and free from human imperfections.
  9. The meaning of conquering the defect of associationOct 17, 2025→Attraction and attachment to Bhagwan is called prem bhakti, while attraction and attachment to the world is called moh or asakti.
  10. Svadhyaya and PranidhanaAug 9, 2025→Pranidhan means to properly hold Bhagwan in one's mind.
  11. What do siddhis mean for a bhakta?Mar 15, 2024→A true devotee is not stopped by obstacles, adversities, or internal enemies like lust, anger, and greed.
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  1. Pray to Maharaj even for the final momentAug 7, 2026→
  2. Which quality is important in sharanagati?Aug 6, 2026→True saints abandon identification with the body and cultivate a pure sense of self, taking firm refuge in Bhagwan.
  3. Avidya vs. Viveka/Vidya - 1Aug 4, 2026→Avidya causes the jiva to identify with the body and its attributes, leading to unhappiness and a lack of peace.
  4. If one wants to maintain an unbroken ashro, what thought should be kept constantly?Aug 2, 2026→All good qualities belong to Bhagwan, who is an ocean of virtues.
  5. What is called Hari's strength?Jul 29, 2026→The darshan of Bhagwan can burn away sins from infinite births.
  6. Practice becoming a das hereJul 28, 2026→
  7. If the intention is wrong, the inner hesitation will not go awayJul 25, 2026→Inner enemies are powerful, and without Bhagwan's strength, they can ruin a person.
  8. Even a single blade of grass cannot move by usJul 23, 2026→All actions occur due to Bhagwan's power, not the jiva's.
  9. If one has ashro, then in any circumstance, one considers God as the doer and the one who makes things happenJul 21, 2026→Pujya Mahant Swami teaches that everything happens by God's will, not by what the soul (jiva) intends; a person's inner resolve should be to please God, not to…
  10. Why did God give ego?Jul 20, 2026→Opens with a devotional verse (kirtan) by the poet-saint Nishkulanand Swami: the body comes from one's mother and father, but the soul that animates it, and con…
  11. How does one become great or insignificant?Jul 18, 2026→A jiva's power is very limited, and its ego is completely false.
  12. Do not show off the strength of your spiritual practiceJul 17, 2026→King Prachinbarhi performed many yagnas, filling the earth with fire pits.
  13. The test of ashra happens with the bhagat of GodJul 16, 2026→The true test of one's asharo is with Bhagwan's bhagat.
  14. One should make effort, but by remaining under the refuge of God.Jul 15, 2026→Eighteen Puranas and Agamas state that a woman should have only one husband.
  15. Bhagwan has a habit of removing the sins of us (those who surrender)Jul 14, 2026→God has a habit of removing the sins of those who take refuge in Him.
  16. God is merciful, so one should not remain sinfulJul 13, 2026→Taking refuge in God is the most obstacle-free path.
  17. One should acknowledge Maharaj's gratitude and not consider oneself superior.Jul 12, 2026→One must have unwavering faith in Bhagwan, as reliance on anything else is temporary and fragile.
  18. Praising oneself only increases prideJul 11, 2026→An excessive sense of self-importance prevents one from recognizing God's power.
  19. True intention in ashra and its fruitJul 9, 2026→Inner enemies like kama, krodh, and lobh are difficult to overcome and constantly try to lead one astray.
  20. Bhagwan's Kalyanaiktan qualityJul 8, 2026→Remembering Ghanshyam leads to immense welfare.
  21. To strengthen our refuge in satsang is our responsibilityJul 5, 2026→To please God, one must live according to His commands and follow one's dharma.
  22. What is self-confidence in spirituality?Jul 4, 2026→To walk the path of moksha or attain God's abode, one must have abundant faith in God within.
  23. To have God's strength and needJul 1, 2026→No human being is one hundred percent faultless; everyone has some flaw from God's perspective.
  24. When is it said that one has progressed in bhakti and seva?Jun 28, 2026→Feeling satisfied with one's devotion is a blemish on bhakti.
  25. If one does something for Bhagwan, it is called ashro.Jun 26, 2026→Prahalad's asharo was so powerful that Bhagwan had to bow to him, a result of the mixing of an asur's brilliance and Narad's bhakti.
  26. If there is no immense purusharth and humility, then the ashro is hollow.Jun 24, 2026→The mahima of Bhagwan's name and bhakti is only fruitful for those who have vishwas [faith] in Bhagwan and His name.
  27. Difference between divya and nityaJun 16, 2026→Divya means having a connection with Bhagwan.
  28. God's bliss means shantiJun 15, 2026→Shanti is the name for Bhagwan's happiness, not worldly happiness.
  29. When is atma-buddhi said to have occurred with God and a devotee? Pujya Mahant SwamiJun 14, 2026→Atma-buddhi means feeling happiness when God or his devotee is happy, and sadness when they are sad.
  30. To go into the growth zone by reducing one's needsJun 13, 2026→A pure antahkaran, free from impurities, leads to the jiva's happiness.
  31. The difference between being nirvasanik at the time of death and lifelong effortJun 9, 2026→All devotees who take refuge in Bhagwan attain His divine abode.
  32. When is abhiman considered experienced and when notJun 8, 2026→Dharma yields two fruits: happiness and vairagya.
  33. By running after perishable things, our salvation remains incomplete.Jun 7, 2026→
  34. One goes to Dham by using the body, not by renunciation.Jun 6, 2026→The fulfillment of desires is impermanent, but their renunciation is eternal.
  35. The Jolt of 99Jun 5, 2026→A greedy person will always find reasons to argue, even when they have plenty.
  36. Even if one has good qualities, one should remain garju.Jun 2, 2026→A true sadhu may insult you but will lead you to Akshardham, while someone who praises you may lead you to hell.
  37. How to remain happy even in suffering like a pralay? Pujya Mahant SwamiJun 1, 2026→The pleasure of food, drink, honor, and wealth is like the taste of blood.
  38. Material is not seva, but without it, seva also does not happenMay 30, 2026→Desiring wealth to perform seva is not considered a worldly desire (kamana) if the intention is to serve.
  39. Subtle details of raga-dveshaMay 29, 2026→Raga and dvesha are not inherent to the antahkarana but are external defects that enter the mind.
  40. One should have a feeling for the Sant with reality, not with emotionMay 28, 2026→Each sense organ has distinct likes and dislikes for its respective subjects.
  41. What should a mumukshu keep in mind regarding convenience?May 27, 2026→
  42. Clarity of interest in seva and interest in authority - 2May 26, 2026→A decrease in confidence when authority is lost indicates a greater interest in authority than in seva.
  43. What is the basis of whether we spoil or not?May 24, 2026→For a devotee of Bhagwan, receiving worldly pleasures is hell.
  44. To hold on properly and then to let goMay 23, 2026→The knowledge presented is like a cannon, making a significant impact and uprooting things from their core.
  45. How do vishays become wrong?May 22, 2026→A meaningful purpose in life prevents one from being caught in the pursuit of worldly desires.
  46. Faith in the work of God and great saints is essentialMay 18, 2026→Finding fault in Bhagwan's principles is considered finding fault in Bhagwan.
  47. In times of difficulty, do not abandon Maharaj's refugeMay 13, 2026→If one becomes attached to this body and this world, Bhagwan will not allow that attachment to remain.
  48. Ego changes, it changesMay 11, 2026→Rishis made a rule that touching a dog required a Chandrayan penance.
  49. Learning to be liberated while living in the worldMay 9, 2026→Only those who follow the path of Bhagwan are truly worthy of being called human.
  50. The need for money is greater than the need for GodMay 8, 2026→
  51. Whom should one not insist on reforming?May 7, 2026→Do not insist on correcting those in positions of authority or those who are older in satsang if their conduct is flawed.
  52. Objective vs. DesireMay 4, 2026→The ultimate purpose of human life is to achieve God-realization by abandoning worldly desires.
  53. Nishkam karma does not mean not paying attention to work.Apr 29, 2026→Nishkam bhav means not desiring anything for oneself, but it does not mean neglecting one's work.
  54. The talk is about understanding the concept of nishkam seva.Apr 20, 2026→Nishkam seva, when connected to Bhagwan, is a yagna and a means to connect with Him, not just to earn punya.
  55. One who experiences Bhagwan while doing seva is an anubhaviApr 18, 2026→Anubhav is not merely a feeling or sensation, but a deeper spiritual experience.
  56. "If God gives me more, I will do more seva" is attachmentApr 17, 2026→Desiring more resources than one has, even for service, is contrary to the principle of karmayog.
  57. To use what Maharaj has given us for HimApr 15, 2026→
  58. Progress is made by abandoning selfishness and performing dutyApr 12, 2026→Actions performed for the benefit of others or for Bhagwan and his devotees are yagna.
  59. What to see in God, place, and Satpurush?Apr 7, 2026→If the senses are not allowed to wander into worldly objects, knowledge remains within the inner consciousness.
  60. How does satsang received easily grow?Apr 6, 2026→Satsang that is easily obtained requires continuous personal effort to grow.
  61. There is a natural attraction to MaharajApr 5, 2026→
  62. To become brahmarup but not of an independent temperamentApr 4, 2026→
  63. When is ego eradicated?Apr 2, 2026→
  64. Not celebrating the good fruits after doing sevaMar 31, 2026→Upasham is defined as keeping one's senses and inner faculties continuously focused on Bhagwan's form, never allowing them to be drawn to worldly pleasures.
  65. Bringing the attitude of a servant into the egoistic dispositionMar 30, 2026→The internal attitude, or ahamvrutti, is like an unseen ingredient that changes the 'taste' of one's actions.
  66. Attachment is born out of possessivenessMar 24, 2026→Rajoguni buddhi, which is focused on worldly calculations, cannot lead to moksha.
  67. When should the wrong words of intelligent people not be believed?Mar 22, 2026→God and all divine entities are described as having form (sakar) in the Shrutis and Smrutis.
  68. Ignorance within knowledge - 2Mar 21, 2026→Kusang [bad company or influence] in satsang [spiritual fellowship] can be very sweet and difficult to recognize because it is colored by the taste of satsang i…
  69. Ignorance within knowledge - 1Mar 20, 2026→Attachment to the five sense objects and ego are considered avidya shakti.
  70. Blessings of Pujya Mahant Swami | Murti Pratishtha Mahotsav at Melbourne GurukulMar 12, 2026→
  71. How do faults increase and how do they go?Mar 11, 2026→Gandva is defined as mithya abhiman, a false belief in one's own qualities or greatness.
  72. Why do swabhavs not get eradicated despite performing spiritual endeavors?Mar 8, 2026→Swabhav persists because people do not make a conscious effort to overcome it and remain careless.
  73. How low does the jiva stoop for the panchvishaysMar 7, 2026→Worldly pleasures are full of sorrow, and even powerful kings do not trust their family members regarding food, drink, and sleep.
  74. The technique of rules to conquer the panchvishaysMar 6, 2026→Observing spiritual rules (niyam) is the way to conquer the five sense objects (panchvishay) while living in the world.
  75. Our beliefs interfere in the conviction of MaharajMar 4, 2026→
  76. Why is the love for Maharaj not the same now as it was initially?Mar 3, 2026→Initially, when one joins satsang, their indriyas are not engaged in worldly pleasures, leading to strong affection for Maharaj.
  77. Those who do wrong fear BhagwanMar 2, 2026→Disobeying Bhagwan's commands is a result of desires such as greed, lust, and ego.
  78. A person would let go of moksha but not their own beliefsFeb 27, 2026→One's own 'I' (hum) can become an obstacle to one's spiritual progress (kalyan).
  79. If one does not get seva in a good place, does the jiva grow or not?Feb 25, 2026→A mumukshu should not have vasana [desire] for any country or caste, but should go where Bhagwan or His saints are present.
  80. If there is mahima of Maharaj, how would one know?Feb 24, 2026→Attachment to worldly objects leads to rebirth as a ghost or spirit after death.
  81. When is one said to have learned worldly dealings?Feb 23, 2026→One must have knowledge of Purushottam Bhagwan, Akshar, Akshar mukta, Purush, Kaal, Maya, jiva, Ishwar, dharma, gnan, vairagya, and bhakti with mahatmya.
  82. What is gnan? And what is vignan? Part - 1Feb 20, 2026→Jnan is the knowledge that Bhagwan resides in Akshardham with divine attributes.
  83. The form of vairagyaFeb 19, 2026→Vairagya is the desire to renounce all objects and pleasures.
  84. To become broad-minded and keep the heart pureFeb 17, 2026→Being big-hearted means not getting confused or upset by every little thing.
  85. Intellect itself is the herbFeb 16, 2026→There are two types of buti: one that transforms copper into gold, and another that turns gold into ash.
  86. What kind of thoughts should one not have during the illness of great Sadhu?Feb 13, 2026→Bhagwan gives illness to great saints to remove any dehabhiman and purify them for His abode.
  87. If one serves by shedding their swabhav, Maharaj protects themFeb 12, 2026→Bhagwan protects those who perform seva with genuine honesty and a pure heart, even if they make unintentional mistakes.
  88. To become ekantik by reducing egoFeb 11, 2026→One should strive to become ekantik and not be satisfied with minimal spiritual progress.
  89. One can harbor the feeling of Maharaj in the murti, but not in any personFeb 10, 2026→Worship of Virat Purush leads to repeated births and deaths, even for those skilled in renunciation.
  90. Even if one is a mumukshu, why does one not develop affection for the Sadhu?Feb 9, 2026→A mumukshu may not associate with a great sadhu if they lack interest in the sadhu's activities.
  91. Keep the same conviction in the trustworthy as one has in obtained objectsFeb 6, 2026→
  92. How is it through the purity of the upasak?Feb 1, 2026→To attain the highest spiritual state, one must purify the object of worship, the worshipper, and the place of worship.
  93. What are the characteristics of a well-bred person?Jan 30, 2026→One should remove their own negative swabhav to avoid projecting personal flaws onto God and great saints.
  94. Just as rotli feels fresh every day, can God feel that way?Jan 29, 2026→
  95. Taking work from the senses that pleases God - 2Jan 28, 2026→One should seek out someone who can provide guidance and correct them when they make mistakes, as this helps in controlling one's nature.
  96. Taking work from the senses that pleases God - 1Jan 27, 2026→If a person desires, they can reduce their swabhav through seva.
  97. Learning to wear down one's swabhavJan 26, 2026→
  98. Austerity of speech - purity of speechJan 20, 2026→Speech should be loving, sweet, simple, and peaceful.
  99. Shauch = aversion to one's own bodyJan 19, 2026→Shauch is the act of purifying the body with water and earth, and it encompasses both physical and internal purity.
  100. If one develops deep attachment to the Sant, he directs it to God - 3Jan 15, 2026→Abhinivesh in a sadhu means being prepared to sacrifice everything for them, similar to how one would for Bhagwan.
  101. If one develops deep attachment to the Sant, he directs it to God - 2Jan 14, 2026→Abhinivesh is an intense, overriding attachment where all personal swabhav [nature or disposition] is swept away.
  102. Learning from the role model of servitudeJan 5, 2026→To become a nirvasanik and ekantik bhakta of Shri Hariji, three qualities are essential: dasatva, atmanishtha, and pativratapanu.
  103. If one performs upasana while remaining in one's spiritual state, then vasana is eradicatedJan 4, 2026→Ultimate liberation (atyantik kalyan) and the eradication of desires (vasana) are achieved by cultivating three qualities: dasatva, atmanishtha, and pativratapa…
  104. Without developing conviction in the Satpurush, conviction in God cannot be attainedJan 3, 2026→The most powerful way to overcome spiritual deficiencies is to have complete faith in a great person and associate with them.
  105. Core competency should be useful to GodDec 31, 2025→A person's preferences in food indicate their sattvic, rajasic, or tamasic nishtha (steadfastness).
  106. Unblemished righteous conductDec 30, 2025→Good deeds performed by disregarding scriptural injunctions, even if not explicitly forbidden, do not lead to siddhim (spiritual success), sukham (happiness), o…
  107. Present actions and association are more influential than past karmaDec 29, 2025→The external company a person keeps influences their inner self more significantly than their past karma.
  108. Collective single-minded convictionDec 28, 2025→Minor differences between spiritual figures cause confusion and prevent spiritual progress.
  109. Yo Yasmin Shraddhah Sa Eva Sah: Part-2Dec 27, 2025→Identifying one's natural inclination or passion is difficult for a spiritual seeker today.
  110. Yo Yasmin Shraddhah Sa Eva Sah: Part-1Dec 26, 2025→A person's form and inner disposition are determined by their shraddha, which is primarily directed towards a person or a deity.
  111. Where there is interest, faith awakensDec 25, 2025→
  112. How can one go to the Dham without passing through trials!Dec 23, 2025→The power of sight in the eyes comes from Bhagwan, who is the presiding deity of the eyes.
  113. The authority of the conscious element (chetan tatva) is self-provenDec 21, 2025→The authority of the world and the body is perishable, while the authority of Paramatma and the chetan tatva is self-evident.
  114. The jiva is free to leave the weak and connect with the goodDec 19, 2025→The jiva has the capacity and discretion to detach from perceived relationships and experience an eternal connection with Paramatma.
  115. The materials given by God are not for ownershipDec 18, 2025→The jiva mistakenly believes itself to be the owner of inert objects such as the mind, intellect, and body.
  116. To experience Maharaj in one's own jivaDec 13, 2025→One who has attained Purushottam Bhagwan may still take another birth to resolve any remaining deficiencies, but the knowledge of Bhagwan will not leave their j…
  117. The emotional body is named based on where it connectsDec 7, 2025→The sthool sharir is left behind when one goes to Bhagwan's abode.
  118. We desire validation from everyone except MaharajDec 6, 2025→Muktatma possess divine qualities similar to Paramatma, but they do not have the power to create, sustain, or destroy the world.
  119. The practice of servant-hood (sevakbhav) is to be done hereDec 5, 2025→Mukti is not about becoming God, but about maintaining a servant-devotion to God.
  120. Keep the intention of reducing one's nature (svabhav) by doing sevaDec 4, 2025→Serving Bhagwan in Golok Dham with a brahmarup attitude is the true form of mukti.
  121. If we want to connect with Maharaj, we must keep an interest in Maharaj's divine actions (charitras)Dec 3, 2025→The Dashamaskandha of Shrimad Bhagavatam should be listened to daily with faith, or at least once a year.
  122. What is the resolve behind acquiring one's skill or wealth?Dec 1, 2025→The ultimate purpose of all virtues, skills, and wealth is devotion to Bhagwan and satsang.
  123. It is not that where there is perfection, there is successNov 23, 2025→An increase in rajogun is indicated by greed, continuous desire for sensual pleasures, increasing craving, and a lack of peace.
  124. How is satvagun binding?Nov 20, 2025→Maya is the astonishing power of Bhagwan that creates the universe, not an illusion.
  125. How does Bhagwan have control over our thoughts?Nov 19, 2025→Bad company (kusang) is more powerful than good samskaras and can even affect a brahmarup.
  126. What is meant by primary doership?Nov 18, 2025→The jiva's agency is subordinate to Paramatma, who is the indwelling ruler of all beings.
  127. To accept Maharaj's belief = to separate from intellectNov 17, 2025→
  128. The jiva can be recognized by its functional characteristicsNov 15, 2025→The jiva is formless and made of knowledge, similar to how light takes the shape of the room it fills.
  129. What is the meaning of 'Mujhko rassa payahi nahi tha'? Not to be bound even in the atma-stateNov 14, 2025→Vairagya is the absence of love for anything other than Shri Krishna.
  130. Only if love for Bhagwan is developed with mahima is it called bhaktiNov 10, 2025→Navdha bhakti [nine forms of devotion] is a means to an end, while the extraordinary love for Bhagwan that results from it is the ultimate goal.
  131. What is called bhakti?Nov 5, 2025→The Dasham Skandha is considered the Bhakti Shastra, the Pancham Skandha the Yoga Shastra, and the Yajnavalkya Smriti the Dharma Shastra.
  132. The sacred scriptures dear to Maharaj are only for the benefit of the jivaNov 3, 2025→The spiritual authority of the author or speaker enhances the power of a religious text or teaching.
  133. The rituals of ShraddhNov 2, 2025→The six daily rituals mentioned by Parashar are bathing, Sandhya, japa [chanting], homa [fire ritual], Swadhyay [self-study], pitr tarpan [ancestor offerings],…
  134. What brings will power?Nov 1, 2025→Willpower comes from having a goal and sticking to it, not just from contentment.
  135. Why go to a pilgrimage place?Oct 31, 2025→A tirtha is a punyaksherta, a place that helps a person cross the ocean of worldly existence.
  136. Perform the Ekadashi vow with reverenceOct 30, 2025→All Ekadashis, both bright and dark, are equally significant and should be observed with reverence.
  137. If one should not dispute with anyone, then how can one do so with the Acharya?Oct 28, 2025→Never engage in disputes with your acharya.
  138. The method of receptionOct 27, 2025→Do not sit with one leg crossed over the other in the presence of gurus, kings, or other respected individuals.
  139. What does it mean to address a person according to their virtues?Oct 26, 2025→
  140. What if it is according to dharma but is not Maharaj's prasad?Oct 23, 2025→Offer everything, especially what is most dear, to Bhagwan.
  141. The state of Atmanivedi can be maintained with everyoneOct 22, 2025→A devotee should never consume water, leaves, roots, fruits, or any food item without first offering it to Shri Krishna Bhagwan.
  142. Beliefs must be changed Part - 2Oct 21, 2025→Our self-perception, whether as a sadhu or a householder, influences our thoughts and actions.
  143. Beliefs must be changed Part - 1Oct 20, 2025→Our temporary identities are for fulfilling duties, like roles in a play.
  144. Why 'Why' is more importantOct 18, 2025→Focusing on 'what' one does leads to comparison with others and a desire to show off one's achievements.
  145. Nirmanipanu (humility)Oct 16, 2025→Man is the belief that one is worthy of honor and praise.
  146. Do not get bound to a place or actionOct 15, 2025→Seva should be performed with the intention of pleasing the Lord, not for personal attachment to a place, action, or person.
  147. Attachment to temporary objects means desireOct 14, 2025→Resolutions for liberation from birth and death or for the destruction of one's nature are not rag; they are the opposite of rag.
  148. When does nirgunbhav come?Oct 8, 2025→Nirgun bhakti is characterized by nishkam and ananya love for Bhagwan.
  149. By using one's Skill for Bhagwan, attachment decreasesOct 2, 2025→All actions should be offered to Bhagwan with devotion, recognizing that Bhagwan is the ultimate owner of everything.
  150. One cannot connect with Bhagwan due to proximity to sense objects, therefore attachment must be reducedSep 28, 2025→One should not allow proximity to sense objects, nor should one actively seek it.
  151. If there is doubt in Bhagwan, then keep faith in the words of great purushasSep 27, 2025→A pure intellect is essential for constant contemplation of God, meaning it is entirely focused on the subject and free from doubt and error.
  152. MohanhubhutiSep 23, 2025→The gunas of nature are not directly experienced, but their effects like happiness, sorrow, and moha are.
  153. Is Vivikta Sevitam (solitude) better or satsangSep 22, 2025→The purpose of vivikt desh sevan is to remove obstacles to the realization of the supreme element.
  154. AhimsaSep 21, 2025→Ahimsa means being free from causing harm to others through mind, speech, or body.
  155. Adambhitvam (freedom from hypocrisy)Sep 20, 2025→Dambh is showing qualities one does not possess in a dramatic way.
  156. Types of laziness, sleep, etc.Sep 18, 2025→Tamas sukha is the pleasure derived from sleep, laziness, and pramada, which deludes the jiva.
  157. Objects of the senses are indeed painful, but they appear pleasurable due to the demand of vasanaSep 17, 2025→Sensory objects are inherently a source of suffering, as stated by scriptures and great personalities.
  158. Which quality is in our intellect? Examining it Part - 2Sep 16, 2025→Sattvic buddhi involves learning time management for oneself and considering future consequences before acting.
  159. Which quality is in our intellect? Examining it Part - 1Sep 15, 2025→Rajasi buddhi is an intellect that does not truly understand dharma and adharma, or what is proper action and improper action.
  160. Sattvik, Rajasi, and Tamasi intellectSep 14, 2025→Dharma is what the shastras prescribe as duty and what Bhagwan commands, leading to a good afterlife.
  161. Intellect and fortitudeSep 13, 2025→
  162. Attainment of action v/s accumulation of actionSep 11, 2025→The Vedic Siddhant states that five causes are responsible for all actions.
  163. Who is a true renunciant?Sep 10, 2025→It is impossible for any embodied being to completely abandon all actions.
  164. What is the core point of renunciation?Sep 9, 2025→The core point of renunciation is to avoid entanglement even after death.
  165. Why take the side of a weak person?Sep 3, 2025→Bhagwan states that He has already killed Bhishma and Drona because they took the side of adharma and injustice.
  166. What is the meaning of being merely an instrument (nimittamatra)?Sep 2, 2025→Being merely an instrument means performing actions with full effort while remaining free from ego.
  167. Only a worthy human can understand God's graceSep 1, 2025→Bhagwan and great saints bestow their grace especially upon unworthy people.
  168. Even a bhagat of Bhagwan cannot let go of egoAug 31, 2025→Even great people can make mistakes or hold onto wrong ideas.
  169. Who is called a vibhuti?Aug 29, 2025→A vibhuti must enhance the brand of Bhagwan.
  170. Acceptance of reality + joy means renunciation of attachmentAug 26, 2025→Attachment is a perceived notion, not a reality.
  171. Breaking ties with weakness Part - 2Aug 23, 2025→Years of spiritual practice may not yield results if the inner intention is flawed.
  172. Breaking ties with weakness Part - 1Aug 22, 2025→One must make a strong intention to avoid weaknesses and reject them if they arise in practice.
  173. The fate of those with an asuri natureAug 19, 2025→An increase in attachment and the desire to accumulate wealth leads to an asuri nature and engagement in evil deeds.
  174. Becoming Self Motivated in satsangAug 18, 2025→Self-motivation in satsang is primarily rooted in love for Bhagwan or an understanding of His greatness.
  175. Do not desire credit while doing sevaAug 17, 2025→Desiring credit means wanting personal praise and recognition for one's work, even if others contributed.
  176. Interest in worldly pleasures ultimately leads to an asurabhavaAug 15, 2025→Asuri individuals are bound by hundreds of ropes of hope, constantly seeking power, honor, wealth, and health.
  177. How does asuri wealth come to the jiva?Aug 12, 2025→Even after acquiring divine qualities, one can become arrogant, and this ego contains demonic qualities.
  178. Is God impartial or biased?Aug 6, 2025→Bhagwan is not partial based on a person's birth, caste, gender, appearance, nature, or actions.
  179. Parabhava and AnanyabhavaAug 5, 2025→
  180. Hypocrisy, deceit, and arroganceJul 30, 2025→Demonic qualities include deceit, false pretense, arrogance, anger, harshness, and ignorance.
  181. What is brilliance (tejasvita)? Part - 2Jul 28, 2025→Tej, parakram, and shurvirta (bravery) are similar terms, all referring to a powerful inner strength.
  182. What is brilliance? Part - 1Jul 27, 2025→Tej is the quality of not being intimidated by weaker elements, even when facing those with greater power.
  183. How to purify the inner self?Jul 25, 2025→The best way to purify the antahkaran is to selflessly serve Bhagwan and Bhagwan's bhakta, considering oneself separate from the antahkaran.
  184. Making a good intention and fulfilling itJul 24, 2025→The purity of one's inner self (antahkaran) is determined by the purity of one's intentions.
  185. Compassion even towards wrongdoers - comes from desireless sevaJul 18, 2025→A devotee is free from hatred and ill-will towards all beings, including those who cause harm.
  186. Contemplating on God's virtues is also a means to attain GodJul 12, 2025→Bhagwan's upasana is the best way to attain Him.
  187. The fruit of action done contrary to God's wish Part - 1Jul 9, 2025→The predominance of desire brings an asuri nature, the predominance of anger brings a raxasi nature, and the predominance of delusion brings a mohini nature.
  188. Remaining unattached is the extraordinary divine power of GodJul 8, 2025→God performs the creation, sustenance, and destruction of the world without developing partiality or disorder, because He remains unattached to these actions.
  189. How much is the roll of the jiva's worthiness in moksha?Jul 7, 2025→God is not bound by the actions of creation, sustenance, and destruction.
  190. The influence of God's divine lightJul 3, 2025→Bhagwan is the Brihatsama among Samaveda mantras, the Gayatri among meters, the month of Margashirsha, and the spring season among the six seasons.
  191. The power of wordsJul 2, 2025→The word (shabd) is the subject of the ear, providing knowledge of both the manifest and unmanifest realms.
  192. Difference between nature and vasanaJul 1, 2025→Vasana is the hunger or craving for sense objects, while swabhav is the action or activity that arises to fulfill that hunger.
  193. Is vasana eradicated through love for the Satpurush?Jun 28, 2025→The force of past karma, understood as vasana, diminishes when a jiva associates with a Satpurush.
  194. What is Dadami Buddhi Yog?Jun 26, 2025→God gives buddhiyoga, the power to make good intentions and set good goals, to those who constantly engage in bhakti with love.
  195. To do satsang with the devotee of BhagwanJun 25, 2025→When devotees with a strong interest in Bhagwan meet, they discuss Bhagwan's essence, secrets, qualities, nature, opinions, and influence.
  196. To strengthen the ego that 'I am Maharaj's sevak'Jun 24, 2025→A devotee's chitta [mind] is always immersed in Bhagwan and does not wander elsewhere.
  197. To make the decision of Maharaj's sevak-bhava in the jivaJun 23, 2025→Knowledge of Bhagwan's vibhuti transforms into bhakti.
  198. To make Bhagwan the controller of one's own qualitiesJun 22, 2025→A vibhuti is a quality of Bhagwan that is also present in another object or person.
  199. Truth means the inclination to do good to everyoneJun 19, 2025→Truth (satya) is defined as speaking what is seen (yatha drashta) and also ensuring the welfare of all beings (bhut hit).
  200. What is called forgivenessJun 18, 2025→Kshama is defined as an undisturbed mind even when there are causes for mental agitation like anger.
  201. Purposeful decision and knowledgeJun 17, 2025→Buddhi and jnan are both qualities that originate from Bhagwan.
  202. Who is called a vibhutiJun 16, 2025→A vibhuti is an inseparable part of God and provides ultimate support to God, rather than merely being controlled by God.
  203. How the immanent form of Bhagwan worksJun 15, 2025→The entire universe is pervaded and sustained by Bhagwan's divine, imperceptible antaryami form.
  204. If one's own flaw hurts, then one is called a mumukshuJun 9, 2025→Those whose aim is to enjoy high celestial pleasures go to higher realms through good deeds like yagnas, but return to Earth after their merits are exhausted, t…
  205. To use one's skill for MaharajJun 4, 2025→An upasak is one whose mind is not drawn to any worldly pleasures or powers.
  206. Kaivalyarthi, aishwaryarthi, and sevakJun 3, 2025→The kaivalyarthi worships their own soul as the Akshar, believing their soul is God.
  207. Not remembering anything else at the end of lifeMay 31, 2025→Whatever one remembers at the time of death, that is what one attains.
  208. Keeping discernment vigilant while performing actionsMay 29, 2025→
  209. Liberation from karma and the purpose of human birthMay 28, 2025→
  210. What does Fitness mean in Satsang?May 27, 2025→Fitness in satsang means being able to serve Bhagwan until one's last breath.
  211. Seva and surrender are indicators of mahimaMay 25, 2025→Selfless and sincere service to Bhagwan and his devotees is the true indicator of understanding their greatness (mahima).
  212. When do God and the Sant trust us?May 24, 2025→Faith in Bhagwan and the Sant develops when one does not find fault with others or become distressed, even when extremely ill and uncared for.
  213. Divine and demonic Part - 2May 23, 2025→A divine disposition (daivi bhav) and the path to Bhagwan are closely related.
  214. Divine and demonic Part - 1May 22, 2025→Daivi bhav is the desire to be free from the world and go to Bhagwan.
  215. How can the samskaras of worldly desires be beaten?May 21, 2025→Deep-seated worldly desires and attachments become ingrained in the jiva and are difficult to remove.
  216. Criticism and perceiving flawsMay 19, 2025→Taking avgun of Bhagwan or Bhagwan's bhakta is the greatest sin, for which no shastra offers a remedy.
  217. Greed vs AmbitionMay 13, 2025→Greed (lobh) is a deep-seated tendency within a person's consciousness, not just an attachment to material possessions.
  218. Knowing the uniqueness of Maharaj's seva, seize itMay 10, 2025→One who has deeply experienced the joy of Bhagwan's form and bhajan will remember it and not forget it, even when facing worldly happiness and sorrow.
  219. The significance of the iron nailMay 1, 2025→One should have atmabuddhi with Bhagwan and Bhagwan's sadhu, just as one has it with one's own body.
  220. Vasana towards God even without atmanistha and vairagyaApr 26, 2025→Exclusive attachment to Bhagwan is possible even without intense love for Bhagwan and dispassion towards worldly objects.
  221. Ananyata Part - 2Apr 19, 2025→Ananya gatikta is a self-selected path where one has no other recourse besides Bhagwan.
  222. Ananyata Part - 1Apr 18, 2025→Ananya bhav means desiring nothing but the murti of God in one's heart.
  223. Do compassion and affection remain after becoming brahmarup? - 2Apr 14, 2025→The seeds of affection are sown during the sadhan dasha, before one becomes brahmarup.
  224. Confusion occurs when an ang is formedApr 11, 2025→
  225. The aspect of love and knowledgeApr 10, 2025→Devotion to Bhagwan is expressed through either the aspect of knowledge (jnan nu ang) or the aspect of affection (het nu ang).
  226. Maharaj's mind lingers on the seva of God in a brahmarup stateApr 8, 2025→The mind should be firmly fixed on the manifest form of Purushottam Bhagwan, who is always present within a mass of conscious light.
  227. The seed of upasana is sevakbhavApr 5, 2025→A jiva falls from bhakti by believing Bhagwan to be nirakar.
  228. The five vishays should not be life, but a livelihoodApr 4, 2025→God is greatly pleased with a nishkam bhakta who accepts suffering without praying for relief.
  229. What understanding to keep if there is conviction in the presence of flaws?Apr 3, 2025→
  230. Who does not fall from satsang?Apr 1, 2025→Pride, envy, and anger are more harmful faults than lust.
  231. What kind of knot to tie and what kind of knot to release?Mar 31, 2025→A person who desires devotion to Bhagwan and the company of saints (satsang) should overcome their inherent nature (swabhav) and act according to the will of th…
  232. What is the true resolve to please?Mar 26, 2025→Bhagwan is pleased by even small offerings like water and leaves if they are offered with faith.
  233. What does it mean to remain suppressed by someone?Mar 23, 2025→It is extremely bad to be suppressed by a weak person, as it prevents one from acting on good intentions.
  234. When is prakriti eradicated?Mar 21, 2025→It is very difficult for a jiva to overcome its prakruti.
  235. Is there an intention to follow small and big agnas even in difficult times and places? - 2Mar 20, 2025→A person who will not deviate from dharma in times of adversity has a firm intention to follow Bhagwan's every command.
  236. The sixteen sadhans for attaining Akshardham and astiktaMar 17, 2025→The sixteen virtues for attaining Akshardham are shraddha, svadharma, vairagya, control of senses, ahimsa, brahmacharya, association with sadhus, atmashtha, unw…
  237. Organize mansi puja just like pratyaksh pujaMar 16, 2025→Manasi puja should be planned and organized, just like physical puja.
  238. Maintain connection with three things in mansi pujaMar 15, 2025→A devotee should perform daily manasi puja of Bhagwan.
  239. God's mahima of a devotee's sevaMar 14, 2025→
  240. What is prem lakshana bhakti?Mar 13, 2025→Premalakshana bhakti is characterized by the cessation of affection for the five sense objects.
  241. Who attains the state of upasham?Mar 11, 2025→Upasham is a state where the five sense objects do not lead to birth and death.
  242. God in the form of a Sadhu and a sadhak in the form of a SadhuMar 9, 2025→Bhagwan in the form of a sadhu uses all his attributes for the welfare of other jivas.
  243. How is firm ashray recognized?Mar 7, 2025→The quality of one's asharo in Bhagwan is revealed by how one interacts with Bhagwan's bhakta.
  244. Who remains nirvikar in seva?Feb 28, 2025→A jitedriya purush understands the flaws in the five sense objects and the benevolent qualities in Bhagwan's murti.
  245. When are we considered to have crossed maya?Feb 26, 2025→A firm conviction that Bhagwan is beyond maya and its three gunas is essential to overcome maya.
  246. Who is worthy of being made a leader in satsang?Feb 25, 2025→A true motera in satsang is not defined by power or benefits, but by their ability to connect others to Bhagwan.
  247. Who can become a Leader in the spiritual path?Feb 24, 2025→A political figure engages in manipulation, while a true leader does not.
  248. How is it that gaining conviction is complex?Feb 17, 2025→A complete nishchay brings fulfillment, while an incomplete nishchay causes doubts about spiritual attainment.
  249. Do we have conviction or not?Feb 16, 2025→A jiva with nishchay in Bhagwan in human form or in His human actions grows spiritually like the crescent moon.
  250. Do not harbor malice towards a Brahmin, the poor, and a devoteeFeb 14, 2025→Shriji Maharaj fears harming Bhagwan, Bhagwan's bhakta, a Brahmin, or a garib.
  251. How is sadhuta nurtured?Feb 10, 2025→A true spiritual aspirant's characteristic is to remain in difficult situations to please Bhagwan.
  252. The master-servant relationship even in the state of similarityFeb 3, 2025→Upasana is performing actions with the understanding that they are eternal and continue after death.
  253. Kalyan happens through ashraJan 31, 2025→Dharma, jnan, vairagya, and bhakti are means to please God, but not the direct means to salvation or attaining God's abode.
  254. Without bhakti, self-realization and vairagya are also detrimental to liberationJan 30, 2025→Self-knowledge and intense detachment, without devotion to Bhagwan, are considered useless and always detrimental to one's spiritual welfare.
  255. What is a Sampraday?Jan 16, 2025→Bhagwan's primary purpose is to reveal his unique identity and to liberate the jiva from the causal body, leading it to Akshardham.
  256. Satsang means attachment to the SatpurushJan 12, 2025→Satsang is defined as asakti, or attachment, to a satpurush, not merely being in their company.
  257. How do the elements work?Dec 27, 2024→The twenty-four tattvas, including the senses and inner faculties, are inert, not conscious.
  258. The example of the actor's mayaDec 8, 2024→Bhagwan's form is always pure and untouched by maya, even when appearing in human form.
  259. To consider Bhagwan's actions as free from mayikbhavDec 7, 2024→One who understands Bhagwan's actions as being free from maya is not deluded by them.
  260. The difference between bhakti and convictionDec 2, 2024→Bhakti is expressed through daily devotional activities like chanting and listening to discourses.
  261. How to develop attachment to God?Nov 27, 2024→Het is seeing the extraordinary in an ordinary action, such as seeing Bhagwan walking in the street.
  262. Keeping both sadhuta and bhaktiNov 19, 2024→If one harms a poor person, it is an offense against Bhagwan, who is antaryami [indwelling] in all hearts.
  263. One who wishes for moksha should not harbor impure thoughts towards anyoneNov 18, 2024→The influence of past actions (samskara) is powerful, and if only samskara dictated outcomes, then scriptural injunctions would be meaningless.
  264. Types of angerNov 16, 2024→Anger includes sulking, refusing to eat, and other negative behaviors that are indirect expressions of rage.
  265. How can even a virtue cause an obstacle in bhakti?Nov 14, 2024→A devotee should avoid anything that displeases Bhagwan or his devotees.
  266. The nature of the mind - it falls away from God due to favorable/unfavorable circumstancesNov 8, 2024→The mind is not separate from the jiva; it is a ray of the jiva.
  267. The senses are subdued for one who has faithOct 27, 2024→The time required to complete spiritual vows is determined by the intensity of one's shraddha.
  268. What is intense faith?Oct 26, 2024→A person with tivra shraddha is eager to perform actions related to Bhagwan, such as darshan, listening to katha-varta, or manasi puja.
  269. What is the meaning of the absence of body-consciousness and the five sensory pleasures?Oct 7, 2024→An individual with an absence of attachment to sense objects will feel troubled by superior sense objects.
  270. Bhagwan as the support of the senses and the antahkaranOct 6, 2024→Bhagwan is the support of the indriyas, devtas, antahkaran, and jivas.
  271. What is the womb of conviction?Sep 27, 2024→The conviction that Bhagwan is the master and the devotee is the servant is referred to as a garbh, or embryo.
  272. Maharaj's wish and opinion - 1Sep 25, 2024→The speaker finds greater joy in renunciation than in worldly enjoyments.
  273. How much difference is there between a mukta and Narayan?Sep 23, 2024→The greatness of muktas and bhaktas is always attributed to their relationship with Narayan.
  274. The force of thoughts - intense, medium, and mildSep 18, 2024→A slow vrutti occurs when only the indriyos engage with an object.
  275. How to understand Maharaj's mahima?Sep 10, 2024→
  276. What is meant by dhor langhan?Sep 7, 2024→The destruction of inner enemies and demonic tendencies is not possible without making the senses divine.
  277. How does radiance enter the jiva?Sep 6, 2024→Controlling the indriyos and renouncing their worldly desires brings teja to the jiva.
  278. He who renounces gets aheadSep 4, 2024→Renouncing worldly possessions and desires leads to greater rewards and respect.
  279. There is partiality in bhakti, but of whom?Aug 31, 2024→When a devotee is greedy for worldly desires, they are suppressed by others.
  280. Analysis of the four dharma, etc.Aug 20, 2024→Dharma is defined as conduct that inspires noble thoughts in others, and its form is adherence to rules and praiseworthy actions.
  281. How to remain free from passion through the attitude of a servant and the feeling of mother-sister?Aug 17, 2024→
  282. Both control and contemplation are necessaryAug 16, 2024→External spiritual disciplines (vartaman) should be observed by oneself, not by placing the responsibility on Bhagwan.
  283. Discretion in the association of a SadhuJul 19, 2024→Do not associate with a sadhu who, despite having good qualities, does not correct a mumukshu who is close to them, even if it means speaking harshly.
  284. What is meant by body-consciousness?Jul 16, 2024→Dehabhiman is an excessive attachment to one's own personality and image, where one cannot tolerate any damage to it.
  285. How does the devotee's aura increase?Jul 14, 2024→
  286. How endless seva can be doneJul 7, 2024→There are two types of devotees: one with intense love for Bhagwan and another with complete atmanishtha and vairagya.
  287. Seva with tolerance lasts longJul 6, 2024→There are two types of devotees: one with intense love and another with atmanishtha, vairagya, and understanding.
  288. How the karma of the subtle body affectsJul 3, 2024→A firm sense of ownership over the subtle body means that karma affects it just as it affects the gross body.
  289. Is pramada only doing what should not be done, or something else too?Jul 1, 2024→Pranad and moha are both forms of maya.
  290. Why does conviction falterJun 27, 2024→Nishchay can be lost due to personal weaknesses, such as unfulfilled self-interest or a desire for respect.
  291. What is the difference between Daivi and Mumukshu?Jun 26, 2024→A mumukshu is driven by a spirit of inquiry and a desire to research the truth and reality.
  292. What is the core point of sadhutā?Jun 23, 2024→Self-dharma, self-steadfastness, and firm conviction are the constant qualities that should remain in a sadhu.
  293. The activity of the era through actionJun 10, 2024→The dharma of Satya Yuga is characterized by dhyan, bhajan, and tap.
  294. Satyug is by our mentalityJun 8, 2024→Satya Yuga is primarily characterized by a spiritual and moral mentality, not by physical longevity or strength.
  295. How to achieve life satisfaction?Jun 7, 2024→
  296. As much surrender, so much loveJun 6, 2024→Dedication (samarpan) is the means to develop love (het) for God.
  297. What is the primary doership of the jiva?Jun 4, 2024→Bhagwan creates the world, whether it is the physical world or the dream world.
  298. The remedy to eradicate jealousyMay 31, 2024→Matsar is the burning sensation in one's heart when another person experiences good fortune or progress, even if it does not harm one's own self-interest.
  299. Differences in the dream stateMay 29, 2024→In the dream state, the jiva has ego over the senses, not the entire body, and is therefore called tejsabhimani.
  300. The relationship between the states, the three gunas, and discernmentMay 28, 2024→The three states of being, three gunas, and three bodies all work to cause suffering to the jiva based on its past karma.
  301. How are other states present within the waking state?May 25, 2024→The jiva experiences three main states: jagrat, svapna, and sushupti.
  302. What is avastha?May 24, 2024→An avastha is the state in which the jiva experiences sense objects.
  303. How to become a Genius in satsangMay 23, 2024→
  304. Whose foundation becomes unshakeable in satsang?May 19, 2024→
  305. The remedy to eradicate jealousyMay 15, 2024→Matsar is the burning sensation in one's heart when another person experiences good fortune or progress, even if it does not harm one's own self-interest.
  306. The functional differences of the senses, inner faculty, and the jivaMay 8, 2024→Indriyos are praapya prakaashkaari, meaning they illuminate objects they encounter and pass this information to the antahkaran.
  307. Faith and trustMay 6, 2024→Shraddha is the quality of not getting tired, even when faced with prolonged effort.
  308. Listening, contemplation, and meditation - 1Apr 24, 2024→Shravan is listening to spiritual discourses from a devotee of Bhagwan, not from someone averse to Bhagwan, in a pure and undisturbed place with a steady mind.
  309. When can it be said that there is nishtha and pakshaApr 10, 2024→Nishtha in Bhagwan and the Sant, accompanied by an understanding of their mahima, protects one from the negative effects of time and karma.
  310. What is meant by the influence of Bhagwan's murti?Mar 28, 2024→Bhagwan's divine attributes like realms, light, power, and opulence are all dependent on Bhagwan.
  311. When is astikta considered to be in the Sant, shastras, and murtiMar 22, 2024→Astikta means believing that what the shastra says is true and that its consequences, especially for sin, will inevitably occur.
  312. How is Maharaj's grace realizedMar 18, 2024→Bhagwan's grace destroys hatred and other bad qualities in the jiva's mind by increasing sattvagun.
  313. Understanding of the Akshar elementMar 14, 2024→Akshar tattva is one, similar to Paramatma tattva, and is considered part of the atma tattva.
  314. What is the form of GodMar 9, 2024→Bhagwan's nature is that karma does not affect him; he burns karma, whereas all jivas are subject to karma.
  315. Why does one not experience the joy of bhajan and smaran?Mar 7, 2024→The absence of happiness in bhajan and smaran is caused by the forces of rajogun and tamogun.
  316. How does extraordinary affection for Maharaj arise?Mar 6, 2024→Extraordinary love for Bhagwan means having a deeper connection than what is commonly observed in others.
  317. Savikalp sthiti and nirvikalp sthitiMar 5, 2024→Sakalp means being incomplete or deficient, while nirkalp means being free from incompleteness.
  318. Who is a true jnani?Feb 24, 2024→
  319. Who is ignorant?Feb 14, 2024→Even a renunciant who is ignorant cannot remove affection for their birthplace and bodily relations.
  320. How is one's kalyan protected?Feb 10, 2024→The preservation of spiritual welfare and falling from its path are determined by the pleasure or displeasure of God or a great saint.
  321. What is the reason for distress after meeting God?Feb 6, 2024→Attaining Bhagwan and understanding His greatness does not automatically remove klesh.
  322. To hold and contemplate katha-vartas to overcome vasanaFeb 3, 2024→Vasana do not disappear simply by considering oneself incomplete or humble; specific spiritual practices are required.
  323. How to achieve the goalJan 28, 2024→A goal is a well-defined desire, distinct from a general wish.
  324. Is achieving the goal important or desiring the goalJan 27, 2024→Knowledge (vedan) is the starting point, leading to desire (ichha), which then leads to action (kruti).
  325. When God's Sant is pleased, God is pleasedJan 25, 2024→The sentiment of rajipo means that one's actions are solely to please Bhagwan, with no other target.
  326. Malin vasana is removed by sadbhavanaJan 22, 2024→
  327. Why is Maharaj extremely pleased?Jan 19, 2024→To make Bhagwan extremely pleased, one must constantly remember Bhagwan.
  328. What is true rasikta?Jan 15, 2024→A true devotee is one who takes interest only in Bhagwan and nowhere else.
  329. The importance of smruti at the time of deathJan 14, 2024→The phrase "ante ya matihi sa gatihi" means that one's state of mind at the time of death determines their destination.
  330. How to overcome dehbhav?Jan 12, 2024→Detachment from the body must occur while one is alive and performing actions, not after death.
  331. What is the best type of meditation?Jan 6, 2024→
  332. What is the meaning of the Swaminarayan mantra?Jan 5, 2024→The superiority of a mantra is determined by the depth and breadth of its meaning.
  333. To make a firm resolve in Maharaj, one must give up one's own willJan 3, 2024→A weak nishtha in Bhagwan leads to blaming Bhagwan when one's negative thoughts persist despite spiritual efforts.
  334. What strategy to learn from the Purush tattvaDec 31, 2023→The Purush tattva is the controller of prakruti and is distinct from its 24 elements.
  335. What is the element of time?Dec 29, 2023→Kāl is defined as that which agitates māyā (illusion) when it is in a state of equilibrium and without specific attributes.
  336. First doership (recognizing the best)Dec 5, 2023→The first act of free will (pratham kartrutva) is the initial intention (utthan) to perform an action.
  337. How to become devoid of interest in the five sense objectsDec 3, 2023→
  338. When does unlimited purushartha happen? | Swaminarayan ChintanJan 25, 2023→Understanding the mahima of Bhagwan naturally detaches one from worldly attachments.
  339. Signs of those who walk on the path of moksha | Swaminarayan ChintanJan 21, 2023→Those who are focused on moksha perform bhakti without expecting anything in return.
  340. Does sadhuta increase with convenience or inconvenience? | Swaminarayan ChintanJan 18, 2023→Inconvenience increases one's desire for moksha.
  341. How does automatic affection for God arise? | Swaminarayan ChintanJan 15, 2023→People naturally feel love for what they consider their own, even if it is imperfect.