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- If I believe my fate is pre-determined and know it already why cant I prevent the causes that cause the events to happen ? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThe science of karma It is simply the science of cause & effect. Karmas are the actions (causes) and the fruits of karma are its reactions (effects). The rules of karma are such that when you create karma, the resultant effect comes naturally and automatically. The resultant effect is something ...
Views: 450 - Tips to Get Over a Long-term Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2019 from Dada BhagwanLetting go of someone you still very much love is one of the most difficult things to do in the world. But unfortunately, circumstances take such a shape that it becomes necessary at times. However, I somehow have never been good at doing such difficult things in this world. When it comes to ...
Views: 450 - What can be the permanent solution for my depression? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYou say, you want a permanent solution to your depression. This is indeed a very big thing, because generally, one in depression loses interest in everything, even in curing themselves. But you have the will to come out of depression forever. And where there’s a will, there’s a way! So, Nature ...
Views: 450 - What are the ways to become peaceful in a negative environment? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOur mind is the part of an internal functioning mechanism where thoughts arise. The daily life can be busy, hectic and overwhelming. It is constantly on the go with thoughts, memories, and emotions. Finding peace of mind in the modern world is a significant challenge. And not knowing how to deal ...
Views: 449 - What is the ultimate source of knowledge that makes you free from this complicated world? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2022 from Dada BhagwanThe source that makes us know that we are bound in this complicated world,… the source that makes us know how we are bound in this complicated world,… the source that makes us know the way to become free from this complicated world,… the source that makes us know what is the ultimate source ...
Views: 449(1 vote) - When you stopped expecting too much from life did you actually become happier? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAt some point or the other in our life, we all must have experienced those times when nothing seems to be going right. No matter how huge amount of efforts we put in, no matter how good and best our intentions may be, we persistently continue to fail. Amidst such a scene, we get so angry and ...
Views: 449 - Does the Soul even wander? If yes then why? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2021 from Dada BhagwanYes! the Soul does Wander. The journey of Soul encompasses two types of wandering: 1. on account of development, and 2. as a result of bound karmas First, as Stated in Darwin's Theory, Living Being Develops to the Point of a Human Form. The Soul is made up of infinite knowledge and ...
Views: 448 - I think I was partially Responsible for Someone Committing Suicide? How Can I live with Myself? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2019 from Dada BhagwanTo live with the knowledge that you may be partly responsible for someone who has taken their life is a terrible burden. You can be consumed with an array of emotions from self-guilt, self-aversion, anger, despair, frustration and severe depression. It is critical that at this very emotionally ...
Views: 448 - How long have you been involved with spiritual practice? Which processes do you implement Are you satisfied with the pace of your progress? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanEver since I met the Enlightened One, who I saw was so keen to see everyone progress spiritually. I happened to land up in one of His satsangs. And as I listened, I liked it very much, ‘It was very nice teaching indeed!’ The Enlightened One and His enlightened words delighted me and inspired ...
Views: 447 - I want to get into spirituality but I dont know how to start? How do I start my spiritual journey? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2023 from Dada BhagwanThe core aspect of spirituality is to realise really, ‘who am I?’ So, to attain Self-Realization is the ideal way to start our spiritual journey. The Soul is the Self, we ought to realize this Self The Soul is made up of infinite knowledge and infinite vision, but it is currently covered with ...
Views: 447(1 vote) - Is it noble to be a vegetarian and evil to be a non vegetarian in India and Hinduism? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2019 from Dada BhagwanFood is the basic need in life which gets us going, providing us with all the essential minerals, vital vitamins and sufficient amounts of energy required for our smooth and healthy functioning in daily life. Modern science has been researching a lot into the kinds of foods one should eat ...
Views: 447 - Is there any Shloka explaining death in Bhagwad Gita? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2021 from Dada BhagwanIn the Sankhya Yog of the Bhagvad Gita i.e. Chapter 2, Verse 27, Lord Krishna explains: jātasya hi dhruvo mṛityur dhruvaṁ janma mṛitasya cha tasmād aparihārye ’rthe na tvaṁ śhochitum arhasi meaning: Death is certain for one who has been born, and rebirth is inevitable for one who has died. ...
Views: 447 - My age is 25 and I am directionless and a failure, can I still be immensely successful by starting from scratch? - by Submitted on May 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhy not?... You must have heard of Michael Jordan, the famous basketball champ. In 1978, the 15-year old Michael Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team at Laney High School. But when the list was posted, Jordan's name wasn't there on it. Looking at his age, the coaches had, rightly ...
Views: 447 - Can Love for Materialistic things bring Lasting Joy and Happiness? - by Submitted on May 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanEveryone feels a sense of happiness based on the set of beliefs one carries.. For instance, if I have a belief that branded clothes show status, I would feel happy shopping branded clothes and things. For the same, the other person may have belief that wearing new clothes is important; hence ...
Views: 446 - Do people have the same soulmate in their previous lives? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2022 from Dada BhagwanNot necessarily! One may have the same soulmate as previous life’s in this life – that’s possible. Or one could meet the same person, but in a different relationship – that too is possible. And one may not meet the person at all in future life – that also is very much possible. When there’s ...
Views: 446(1 vote) - Does complaining cause Bad Karma? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2019 from Dada BhagwanOften when we face an unfavorable or inconvenient circumstance, we instinctively respond with complaints such as: ●This is all their fault! ●If only they had done as I told them, everything would be fine. ●How rude of them to speak to me like that! ●I would never do that if I were in ...
Views: 446 - People on the spiritual practices say that they want to know realise the ultimate truth but what truth are they talking about? - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2020 from Dada BhagwanRight from childhood, we are taught the value of truth in life. And as we grow older, we get to learn different facets of truth from our surroundings. Never lie, be honest and straightforward in your dealings, practice morality and nobility in life are some of the teachings we grow up with, ...
Views: 446 - What happens when your pride is stronger than your feelings? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanBeing respectful is reflected in the courtesy with which we speak, act and treat one another. But the process of being so begins from within... Whenever we meet someone, there are thoughts and feelings exchanged, words spoken and behaviours taking place. Each interaction leaves an impression ...
Views: 446 - What is the reason for suffering and happiness in people's lives? Is it due to past Karma? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, the reason why some people suffer from perpetual ill-luck is because it is the effect of their past life’s karma. And those whose past karmas were good will be born with a silver spoon and enjoy a good life in this birth. It is our karma that takes us to the place where our rebirth is to ...
Views: 446 - How can I resolve my deep seething emotions and anger against people who have wronged me in the past? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Infinite Energies within us are Obstructed by Anger Energy abounds like the Niagara Falls in every human being. There is unlimited energy that flows within. But when one gets irritated or angry, the torrent of infinite energy stops. As long as one does not become angry, the torrent of ...
Views: 445 - How do you burn out completely one's past karma in this present life itself? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dada BhagwanOur past karma gets burnt out automatically, the moment we experience its result in present life. Everything that we see and experience in life through the five senses is the result of our past karma. The law of karma is such that whatever seeds of karma we have sown in our past life, we HAVE ...
Views: 445 - Is love is enough to be happy even without money? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2020 from Dada BhagwanMany feel happiness is tied with money. But is money all that it takes to be happy? Can one not experience happiness without money? Let us explore! If there is one tendency common to every person regardless of their circumstances, it is the need for happiness. Most, if not all, of our ...
Views: 445 - What are the Attributes of an Enlightened Master? - by Submitted on May 25, 2019 from Dada BhagwanHe has no need to establish ashrams, no symbolic flags to fly! No sect, no creed! No label, no special attire of white or saffron! The Enlightened Master is clad in a quiet and plain attire of a householder. How is one to recognize Him then?... Through his attributes!!! No language or words ...
Views: 445 - How can one get rid of unwanted emotional attachments? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHumans are emotional beings. We often use our emotions, in conjunction with our intellect, to make sense of the world around us. From choosing our friends to deciding what to do over the weekend, we exercise the option which makes us feel happy, excited, valued or cared for. But there are ...
Views: 444 - What is the Science behind Attachment and Abhorrence? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from Dada BhagwanFor infinite times, and in infinite births, we all have suffered in the cycle of attachment and abhorrence. Since we have not been able to understand what attachment and abhorrence is, how it is formed, and how we can get rid of it, we’ve not been able to come out of this vicious cycle of ...
Views: 443 - What can I do right now to release negative energy in a positive way? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2023 from Dada Bhagwan“That which leaves its place by itself, people are trying to get it out.” - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an Enlightened being Here, Param Pujya Dadashri recommends a positive way to release the negative energy He suggests: What does positive mean? You do not have to take out anything; you do ...
Views: 442(1 vote) - Why do some people feel good making fun of others? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIt’s annoying to see people make fun of others, especially when we are one of the victims. And some people go on for hours, making a mockery of innocent beings. So don’t they see how this act of theirs is irritating others? Don’t they realize that it’s so demeaning, it affects one’s mind so ...
Views: 442 - What are the causes and effects of gossips? - by Submitted on May 18, 2021 from Dada BhagwanGossip means needless discussion. The effects of gossips are grave, especially when the discussion is regarding people. Gnani explains... It is meaningless to talk about someone else. Moreover, one shouldn’t talk about another person in his / her absence. And if you have to, then say ...
Views: 441 - What is the difference between pride and ego? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2021 from Dada BhagwanIn our day-to-day communication, we commonly use the words like ‘pride’ and ‘ego’ and often use them interchangeably. But are these words really interchangeable? Do they mean the same, particularly from a spiritual point of view? And if they don’t, why is it important to differentiate between ...
Views: 441 - Who needs more security - your heart, your soul or your mind? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2020 from Dada BhagwanInsecurity is one of the worst feelings one could ever experience. We always try to create secure environments to live and grow in, and constantly keep updating our security arrangements so that we do not find ourselves vulnerable to attacks of any kind, be it physical, mental or emotional. ...
Views: 441 - Trapped into a bad influence? Here's how to get released! - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2019 from Dada BhagwanWe get significantly influenced by the company we keep. Especially during the young growing period of our life, we get easily influenced by our surroundings. It’s not only the friends that influence us but also peers, books, social surrounding or the things we spend most of our time with. So it ...
Views: 440 - What was the Spiritual Experience you had in your life that you will like to Share with others? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2019 from Dada BhagwanWith the grace of Pujya Niruma, I attained Self-Realization a few years ago. She gave me the knowledge of the Self, “I am a Pure Soul. And I am totally separate from this body.” She made me understand, “After death, your body gets cremated and your name too becomes a history. But you remain. ...
Views: 440 - Why do we need so many paths and philosophies? Isnt Krishna consciousness sufficient for all? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLayers of Spiritual Development Spiritual development of every human being is at a different level. This results in different standards coming into being; and for each standard there is a God and its relevant scriptures. These standards are that of the worldly relative religions. And everyone ...
Views: 440 - What are Some Good Books on the Law of Karma? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThere are various religious books and scriptures available, which explain the law of karma in detail. However, Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being of the present age, has, in a very simple layman’s language and in incredible detail, described the philosophy of karma. In the book ‘The ...
Views: 439 - Where does desire lie in pursuit of spirituality? Where does this desire for reality being absolute emerge from? Do you forego it or pursue it? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Eternal Light Of Absolute Knowledge Manifests Within, Only When... ...one’s all needs and desires are completely dissolved! God (Absolute Knowledge) only manifests in those who’ve become absolutely desire-less. On the path of spirituality, we may come across people who have no desire for ...
Views: 439 - Do Souls advance after each life? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2021 from Dada BhagwanYes indeed! Enlightened being explains how the journey of Soul happens, 1.from a total dormant stage where there is no knowledge or no vision at all, and 2.then develops from one-sensed to five-sensed living being and advances upto human form, and 3.finally attains liberation. There ...
Views: 438 - What is the best approach when you try to save a relationship from a breakup ? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2019 from Dada BhagwanDoes it seem like circumstances are drawing you to a point where destiny is about to say good bye to something that was once wonderful in your life. And everything that you do to save your relationship is only making the situation worse? Do not worry. Sometimes, even the roses can wilt. ...
Views: 438 - What is the most believable view on the meaning and purpose of human life for you and why? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2022 from Dada BhagwanMy most practical outlook on the meaning and purpose of human life is to help humanity in any which way I could and find a path to salvation. By salvation, I mean freedom from the perpetual cycle of birth and death and permanent freedom from pain, suffering and misery. With this outlook in ...
Views: 437 - Why does intellect fail to understand Self-Realization? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being has said, “When the doors of the intellect close, that is when the preparations for liberation will begin.” Intellect Is The Light Of Knowledge Which Comes Through The Medium Of The Ego To impose ‘I’ where ‘I’ does not belong to is ego ...
Views: 437 - Despite of praying to God, why do i still feel uneasy due to my negative thoughts? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2020 from Dada Bhagwan1.No, no, we don’t have to get afraid of negative thoughts. 2.We do not have to come into any kind of suffering either, for it won’t help us get anywhere. 3.Rather we must maintain awareness when such thoughts arise. 4.The moment negative thought for some third person arises in our ...
Views: 435 - Does past karma really work for our present and future life? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe seeds of karma which were sown in the past life, give their effects in this current life; and at that time, depending on one’s inner intent, good or bad, new seeds of karma are sown in this life, which shall give its effects in the future life. Whatever actions we do or words we speak ...
Views: 435 - How should I identify the qualities that I need to change in order to reform my soul? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTo identify the qualities that you need to change, every night, before going to sleep, introspect for at least 10 minutes and see the instances that happened during the day, where: 1. You caused hurt to someone through your thoughts, speech or actions. Even if you have only negative thought ...
Views: 434 - If Self-Realization is the simplest and most obvious truth in the world why then does the majority of Earths population believe themselves to be the body and their personality? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSelf-realization indeed is the simplest and the ultimate truth, for it’s regarding our own Self, the real Self, which is ‘Soul’. Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, founder of Akram Vignan, the Spiritual Science, says, “The greatest wonder of this world is the Soul. Once that is attained, everything is ...
Views: 434 - What is a Spiritual Master? How does someone become recognized as one? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2022 from Dada BhagwanAn Enlightened One, also known as the Spiritual Master / Spiritual Leader is One who has a constant awareness of the Self i.e. the Pure Soul. He is free from anger, pride, deceit, greed, attachment, and abhorrence. In His presence, everyone experiences immense harmony and peace. His words ...
Views: 434(1 vote) - Can meditation and positive thinking really change my karma? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2023 from Dada BhagwanFirst of all, let’s understand a bit about the science of karma, in this regard We have already sown seeds of karma in the past life. And in this life, we get the fruits of those karma. If we have sown bad seeds of karma in our past life, then in this life, it shall bear bad fruits, and if we ...
Views: 433(1 vote) - How does a Person Change his Adamant Nature Astrologically? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2019 from Dada BhagwanAstrology vs the law of karma An astrologer may predict one’s nature and may also suggest some useful practices to help the person live life with some ease, amidst such nature. But while these things being suggested astrologically can help ward off the negative energy so that one’s disturbed ...
Views: 433 - How does our success affect our spiritual wellness? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2020 from Dada BhagwanKnowing How to Conduct Ourselves at the Time of Success Determines Our Spiritual Wellness Spiritual wellness signifies a state of being in good spiritual health that is maintained as an actively pursued goal. And the barometer of this wellness is equanimity! Equanimity means no attachment and ...
Views: 433 - Which way do you choose to enlighten your Soul? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSuppose you have a candle that you want to light. So, you would obviously do a step-by-step exercise i.e. You would go to the market, buy a matchsticks box, come home, find a platform on which you can station the candle, switch off the fan, pull down the curtains so that the wind does not gush ...
Views: 433 - Are all souls the same Or are human souls in any way different from others? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAll Souls Are The Same! By nature, all Souls are the same; just that the existence of each Soul is separate. Phases Change But The Soul Is The Same Soul resides in every living being! A human or an animal, a tree or an insect, a deity or a demon – are mere phases of the Soul and which are ...
Views: 431 - How is detachment from our ego possible? - by Submitted on May 30, 2022 from Dada BhagwanWhat is Ego? Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, the Enlightened being, defines ego: “Ego is to claim to be something you are not. One does not know who he really is, and hence claims to be what he is not. That is called ego. Ego lies in the belief of, ‘I am John.’ ‘I’ (the real Self) is not John ...
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