Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Neeti Mala

All actions are carried on in this world with faith as their basis. Even
so, faith in the Sadguru is an indispensable factor in spiritual life
too. What is there surprising about it?

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Peethapuram, India,18-Jan-2003

One has to understand one’s limitations. Not understanding it brings
dangers. Eating without limitations, doing anything without moderation
is one of the greatest dangers. Sleeping till noon. All this is bad. You
let children sleep till they wish to get up. This is wrong.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Neeti Mala

The name given by the parents pertain to one's body. One earns a name
(that is, fame) by one's own good actions. But wonderful is the name
that is born of itself at birth that is "Aham".

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, on Guru Saranagathi

Even a seeker who has gained mastery over these four steps may find that
all his scholarships, all his experience, all his austerities and all
his devotion may not help him to know the truth. Then he will have to
take refuge him a Sadguru, who is already established in Brahman.

Slokam is taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Vane rane satru jalagni madhye maharnave parvata mastakeca

suptam pravrttam visama sthitova raksanti punyami purakrtani."

 

"వనే రాణే శత్రు జలగ్ని మధ్యే మహార్నవే పర్వత మస్తకేకా

సుప్తం ప్రవ్ర్త్తం విస్మ స్తితోవ రక్సంతి పున్యామి పురక్ర్తని."

 

The virtuous deeds of the past lives protect a man wherever he is, whether in a forest,war,water,fire,ocean,hill top,asleep or awake or in any dangerous situation.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Lessons from Bhagavad Gita, Mysore Ashrama, India

One wishing to become a yogi should perform actions abandoning the
desire for fruit. Thus he should try to purify his mind and make it
steady in the thought of God. Then he has established his oneness with
God. He does not have anything further to do in the world.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Dattatreya Jayanti Message, Mysore Ashrama, India,12-Dec-2008

In Kali yuga by firmly believing in the efficacy of Nada - the divine
music and
Veda - the ancient knowledge of mankind one can get over all doubts and
uncertainty in life and narrow differentiations and angry arguments will
disappear. By Nada upasana i.e. singing and listening to spiritual music
and Veda gana - chanting of Veda.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Dattatreya Jayanti Message, Mysore Ashrama, India,12-Dec-1997

Bheeja askhara is the genesis of the entire creation. It is permanent
and immortal.
It uplifts the people who are shackled by the bondage's of the world.
Sages attained supernatural powers and became famous only by repetition
of mantra consisting of bheeja akshara.

Slokam is taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Bhavayena pradhanam bho arcanena jaladikam."

 

"భావఎన ప్రధానం భో అర్కానేన జలదికం."

 

Concentration of mind is the most essential thing in the adoration of God.God does not accept the worship done without putting the mind on it.It does not matter if the devotion s quiet innocent.Som people are good at heart but they do not have devotion.Devotio mixed with doubts and fears is useless.

Slokam is taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Vidya kalocita jneya saiva payopi raksati payah plawana vedyapsu."

 

"విద్య  కలోసిత జ్ఞేయ శైవ పయోపి రక్సతి పయః ప్లవన వేద్యప్సు."

 

One must have the proper,timely thoughts and act accordingly.

Then only one will be safe.If a man drowns in water, 

he will be safe only if he knows swimming.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Dattatreya Jayanti Message, Mysore Ashrama, India,12-Dec-2008

Satvik temperament does not need accountability; it is always in
Guru’s heart. A person with such temperament usually does not seek
anything from Swamiji. He is always happy. He doesn’t ask for
anything. He asks for Moksha and Ananda (salvation and Bliss).

slokam taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Tulanam naiti tapasah suvarnam raya meva va

Eka gaustiu tapassilan Samastanatiriyate."

 

తులనం నైతి తపసః  సువర్ణం రాయ మేవ వ

ఏక గౌస్తిఉ తపస్సిలన్ సమస్తనతీయతె.".   

      

Even gold and empire are not equivalent to penance.Only a cow is more valuable than penance.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Nadamantapa, Mysore, India, 21-May-2004

Selfless service is Guru Seva. Since God resides in Humans and not on
some mountain top, it is important to always bear in mind that Human
Service is Godly Service. Serving humbly - even to those who are full of
ego will help them to understand how prepared and dedicated you are.
Volunteerism is not a easy job. Don’t just serve with just physical
body. Add to it the devotion and humility.

"Visesa daivilila sambhavaye | samanya sastrena nate prasastya

Avaksite kim? tapano navinah | khagola caresu nrpala margam."

 

"విసెస దైవలిలా సంభావాయే | సామాన్య సస్త్రేనా నటే ప్రసస్త్య

అవక్సితే కిం? తపనో నవినః | ఖగోళ కారేసు న్రపల మార్గం."

 

Ordinary rules of the scriptures do not apply to those people who were born with special divine powers.How can one dictate terms to follow a new path to the SUN who  shines as a king in the sky.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Dallas,Texas,USA 8-Jul-09

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Our life itself is like a dream. We must think about this real time
dream and put in sincere efforts to realize them. Do not worry about the
dreams of sleep. They are impermanent just as everything around you is.

Slokam is taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Akalmasa maiscaiva visvasopi drdhastada

Karsato Bhagavantam drak no pandityam navadanam."

ఆకల్మాస మైస్చైవ విస్వసోపి ద్ర్ధస్తాడ

కర్సతో భగవంతం ద్రాక్ నో  పాండిత్యం నవదనం."

One can see God only with a pure mind and firm faith.It is not possible to see God by mere knowledge and arguments.

Slokam taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Tvam vismarasi no devah drpyasi tvam natu prabhuh

nindasi tvam tvamajnanam satvam premarvatissvayam"

 

Even if you forget God,He won't forget you.Even if you blame Him due to your ignorance,He continues to love you.Even if you talk ill of Him due to your pide and ego, He protects you with love.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Dallas, Texas, USA,8-Jul-09

Fear arises in us because of two reasons –

1) we may not get what we want 
2)we may loose what we have.
This fear will go when one seeks refuge unto Sadguru.

slokam taken from "KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Sahasayadi sahasenava / maniya siddhi mapeks ite dhrvam

Siva niscita kala bhedino pibatastasya padepade dhrvah."

 

To do the things in haste,to get results early is nothing but defying the proper time intended by Siva for the completion of the work.If one does so,the work will be upset and dangers befall.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse,28-Apr-2002

Relax, Sadguru is always with you, protecting you.  Swamiji knows.  He
helps your family.  All crying, happiness, good and bad experiences are
Swamiji’s leela.  Give your sickness, problems, money and I will burn
it in Agni.  Pray and give energy to Swamiji.

Slokam is taken from 'KATHA SAAGAR" of SRI SWAMIJI

"Tattadvastu svabhavajnah tatphlam vetti na parah

Maharaghyaapi ratnani pasurnovetti tanyo ho."

 

One who only knows the nature of different things, can realise their value.How can a beast know the value of the costly diamond-studded necklace around its neck?

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Mahatma Gandhi Center, St. Louis, USA, 04-Jul-2003

Many of us are egoistic. You feel you live two thousand years. You
develop too much attachment to what you have and what you get. This
house is mine. This sofa is mine. When attachment develops and
increases, you worry what happens to the house after your death.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Peethapuram, AP, India, 19-Jan-2003

You should be physically fit. Get up at 5 am daily. It becomes a habit.
It is a very good habit. Then go for a walk for one hour. Chant the name
of God while you walk. It is good Puja. Physical fitness is important.
God will help us if we can help ourselves.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse, Peethapuram Ashrama, AP, India, 22-Apr-05

God gives and God takes. What to give t o whom, when, why and how are
His decisions. He also causes the love and devotion to Sadguru. He does
it when he finds you to be ready for that association.

Pujya Sri Swamiji's Discourse

The inner light is shining constantly. It reveals itself through the
mirror called the mind. The defects in the mind blur the light within.
But actually that light remains ever unaffected by the modifications of
the mind. Man should ignore the limitations of the mind and should get
fixed in the inner light. The inner light is God. Seek Him should be tha
aim of man.