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Once when Narada asked Lord Rama about the nature of His servitors and of
spiritual aspirants, the Lord answered, “My servitors are full of love; they
always stand by righteousness and truth; their hearts melt with mercy; they
avoid sin and renounce everything gl...adly; they eat in moderation, engage in
doing good to others, and have no selfishness and doubts. They won’t lend their
ears to flattery but are eager to listen to the praise of the good in others.
Spiritual aspirants are those who endeavour to acquire such qualities and
possess such a character. Anyone engaged in repeating the Lord’s name has
self-control and discipline, faith, patience, comradeship, kindness, and joy as
well as unalloyed love towards Me — such a person is dear to Me. Whoever with
discrimination and renunciation, humility and wisdom is aware of the knowledge
of Reality; who is immersed in the contemplation of My divine play (leela),
dwells on My name at all times and sheds tears of love whenever the Lord’s name
is heard from any lip —these are My genuine devotees.” Thus did Sri Rama answer
Narada. - Prema Vahini, Ch 48.
Your good conduct is your true wealth. - BABA
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The Sankranthi festival should be regarded as the day on which one turns one’s
vision towards God. Your life may be compared to a stalk of sugarcane. Like the
cane, which is hard and has many knots, life is full of difficulties. These
difficulties must be overcome to enjoy the bliss... of the Divine, just as
sugarcane must be crushed and its juice converted into jaggery to enjoy its
permanent sweetness. Enduring bliss is got only by overcoming trials and
tribulations. Gold cannot be made into an attractive jewel without melting it
in a crucible and converting it into a beautiful shape. When I address devotees
as Bangaaru (golden one), I consider you very precious! Only by going through
the vicissitudes of life with forbearance you become most valuable. Never allow
yourselves to be overwhelmed by difficulties. Develop self-confidence and firm
faith in God. With unshakeable faith, dedicate yourselves to serve your
fellowmen and lead exemplary lives. - Divine Discourse, 15 Jan 1992
Continuous remembrance of the Lord’s Name (namasmarana) is the secret to
liberation from bondage. -BABA.
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