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- When and how should a spiritual seeker decide that he doesnt need to continue routine symbolic practices as they say true self knower need not to do all these? - by Submitted on May 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, you may not continue to do routine symbolic practices if they are not beneficial to you. However, being on the path of spirituality, you should not have any abhorrence towards these practices. Eg. If some other person is doing these practices, you should not have any negativity towards the ...
Views: 393 - 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: 392 - How does your spiritual path help you deal with the negativity and hate in the world today? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDoes it seem to you like lately the world is full of hate and negativity? There is always something bad happening around us. And every time we turn on the News, we get to hear some negative news only of the world. Indeed, it feels like Kalyug has arrived in full force on Earth. Vacationing, ...
Views: 392 - 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: 392 - 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: 391 - How is spiritual growth related to Poorn Sharnagati full surrender according to Hinduism? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2020 from Dada BhagwanPoorn-Sharnagati means to take full refuge in the shelter of someone! What Importance Does Our Intention to Take Such Refuge Hold, for the Spiritual Practice? Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “Without taking refuge, the ego does not leave. The medicine to remove the ego is to take refuge. ...
Views: 391 - Why is that some people are born rich while some struggle their entire lives? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2019 from Dada BhagwanIn life, many a times we come across people who are born with a silver spoon, bathed with all the materialistic luxuries and comforts, marking an elegant lifestyle. At the same time, we also come across people, who after innumerable efforts, are not able to achieve much success. Seeing the ...
Views: 391(1 vote) - 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: 390 - How can you change your destiny through meditation? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDestiny Changes Based On Our Meditation The Lord says that our current actions are a result of our past life’s karma, and hence they are bound to happen as is; we don’t have much control over it. But what is important is our meditation at that time i.e. the type of contemplation we are engaged ...
Views: 390 - Is enlightenment a concept only for human life and not other beings? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2021 from Dada BhagwanEnlightenment is a privilege for every living being in this Universe. However, enlightenment (Self-Realisation) can be attained only when in a human life form. That is why human birth is considered extremely auspicious. “The essence of human life is to come into one’s nature of the Self ...
Views: 390 - Is getting Moksha and going to heaven one and the same thing? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanNo, it is not the same thing. Each is a different destination! Once a person attains Nirvana i.e. the last death after which there is no rebirth, the Soul goes to Moksha and resides forever in the Siddha Kshetra. Only the Absolute liberated Souls are able to reach this place! They are not ...
Views: 390 - 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: 390 - Where do you find a spiritual master who can mend your life? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2019 from Dada BhagwanI am so glad you asked me this, for I too, just like you, was in search of a Spiritual Master, who could mend my life and put it on the road of progress on the path of salvation. Just then, I met Pujya Deepakbhai, the greatest Spiritual Master, in my eyes!!! The moment I saw him, my head ...
Views: 390 - I lost someone very close to me how can I find peace in life? - by Submitted on May 08, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParting is always painful! But love demands that we hold the person we love very gently such that we allow things to flow. Our Love for the Person Who We Love Far Exceeds Our Need for That Person Agree?! When we love someone very dearly, we are always bothered about that person and not ...
Views: 389 - What is the meaning of Self-Realization in spirituality? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSelf-Realization is when you realize the answer to the question, ‘who am I?’ It is when you realize that you are a Pure Soul and are separate from the body. Self-Realization brings about the awareness of your true Self, as you get to taste the experience of the Soul (God) within. And once the ...
Views: 389 - How do you know if your teacher or guru is genuine and is the right person to follow? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTo get the right knowledge in any sphere of life, one always needs a good teacher or a Guru who is adequately equipped to impart that knowledge and thus take us from darkness to light in the subject. A Guru-disciple relationship is one in which, after surrendering to the Guru, the disciple ...
Views: 388 - How can one create real and ever lasting happiness? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYour question is very healthy for two reasons: 1.You are clear in your mind as to what kind of happiness you would want to have; and 2.You have shown the initiative to look for ways to regulate i.e. intentionally cause the neurotransmitters to flow, rather than wait for such events to happen ...
Views: 387 - Ultimate Aim of Your Existence - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThere is much more to life than just living. And one, who realises this, does maintain some particular aim in life. One strives hard to achieve that aim. And when the aim gets fulfilled, he experiences joy and satisfaction too. But no sooner one aim is achieved, one sets out setting another ...
Views: 387 - What is the reason behind Sorrow and Joy that people experience in life? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, the reason why some people suffer from perpetual ill-luck is because it is the effect of their past life’s karma. And those whose past karmas were good will be born with a silver spoon and enjoy a good life in this birth. It is our karma that takes us to the place where our rebirth is to ...
Views: 387 - 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 ...
Views: 386 - If our past karma decides our destiny, what should be our role? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2021 from Dada BhagwanEven though it is our past karmas that decide our present destiny, we still have an important role to play in our current life; and that is to make a positive effort in every instance throughout our entire life, and do our absolute best. We do not know what the final outcome will be, do we? So, ...
Views: 384 - What is our purpose? Why are we hustling every day? What do we want to achieve? - by Submitted on May 11, 2022 from Dada BhagwanEvery morning we wake up with the hope to do something, to achieve something. Right from childhood, our parents are after us to make us learn to sit without support at the right age, and then to make us stand, walk, talk appropriately at the right time, and so on. When we successfully learn ...
Views: 384 - Who decides which soul will enter which body? Which karmic debt to carry when a new life is brought to Earth? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIt is a natural mechanism of Cause and Effect based on the science of karma Our Soul will enter which body in new life is based on the karmas (causes) that you made in the past birth. If, throughout your life, we have done things with an extremely good and noble intention of helping others ...
Views: 384 - How do I attain the stage of Nirvana without any help of an external substance? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2020 from Dada BhagwanA quest for freedom from the bondages of suffering that has chained us for uncountable lifetimes is fundamental to all living beings. Nirvana means permanent freedom or liberation from all the bondages that bind us. IS EXTERNAL SUBSTANCE NEEDED? Let’s understand this with an ...
Views: 383 - How does a person come out of the burden of all karmas and get moxa or nirvana? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanKarma, as defined by Hindu and Buddhist texts, “is a force produced by one’s actions in this life that influences one’s future lives.” Good deeds performed in this life yield their results in the form of good rewards and bad deeds yield in bad results in one’s next life. This is the most ...
Views: 383 - 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: 383(1 vote) - Is it good to be a Self less Person? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIt certainly is of great benefit to be a selfless person. There is nothing more worthy than having a goal to serve and live out our human life for the sole purpose of the welfare of others. When one puts the needs of others above their own, one experiences tremendous happiness from within and ...
Views: 383 - Is Moksha Excessively overrated when we cannot Recall our last Births? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2019 from Dada BhagwanMajority of us cannot recall our past births. Given this fact, it could lead one to think that why at all should one bother for moksha then? And given such a situation, is moksha excessively overrated? The answer is a resounding NO! Moksha means complete and permanent freedom from the cycle ...
Views: 383 - My life feels all over the place and I dont know who Iam or what this world is? How do I find my answers? - by Submitted on May 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanUp and down round and round; with Criss-cross mind, wobble around; Thou there, but not there; tangled and twisted… The life goes like this round and round. This is how the life of most of us can be defined today! And the sooner we find the right answers to this problem, better it is for our ...
Views: 383 - What is the test of a person's enlightenment? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAfter enlightenment, you begin to experience the Soul. The awareness of the real Self arises, which gradually transforms one’s entire life. So, to know what is the test of a person’s enlightenment, let’s explore what one would and should experience after enlightenment. This proves as an ...
Views: 383 - What are your views on life love peace of mind? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLove and peace are one of the most important ingredients in life. Therefore, sharing Gnani’s views in this aspect would make real sense. So, here are some teachings of Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan to enlighten us on the said subject. Let’s read. •Our Firm Resolve to Avoid Clashes in Life ...
Views: 382 - What is the true original definition of karma? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2022 from Dada BhagwanIn general, people believe that karma means going to work, performing meritorious deeds, doing charity, religious activities, etc. However, the Self-realized (Gnani) call this ‘karma-phala’ (the fruit of karma), as it’s a result of karma and not the original karma. The gross karmas, which can be ...
Views: 382 - 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: 382(1 vote) - Has this lockdown, in any way, changed your perspective on life, lifestyle, life goals, and spirituality? If yes, then please elaborate your experience. - by Submitted on May 14, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLife was a routine all along, doing mundane jobs through the day, and going to sleep, only to wake up the next day and follow the same old schedule day after day. But as the lockdown put a stop onto the routine, it gave me time to take a pause and reflect on a few questions that I asked myself: ...
Views: 381 - Which Spiritual Personality are you inspired from? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2020 from Dada BhagwanReligion is a core part of our culture in India. So, we may have a religious or a spiritual Guru that we follow as he inspires us. Our inspiration may even come from our parents, a family member, a friend or a co-worker. Those who inspire us leave a deep imprint on our psyche. When in great ...
Views: 381 - Why do people separate when there is so much love? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2023 from Dada BhagwanThere are two aspects to this: One is the physical separation that happens between people, owing to compelling circumstances, although the love for each other has not reduced; and The other, when people separate due to difference of opinions or selfishness. In the first case, Param Pujya ...
Views: 381(1 vote) - Can a non vegetarian be spiritually rich compared to a vegetarian? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2021 from Dada BhagwanSpirituality is about attaining a unique awareness. Spiritual growth happens when one gains higher consciousness or awareness of his Self which is beyond the awareness of the five senses and the mind-ego-intellect. For the ones who want to grow in a higher spiritual realm and be spiritually ...
Views: 380 - Does spirituality help to purify the heart and progress in life? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes, it certainly does! As long as purity does not arise, liberation (Moksha) cannot actually be attained. For Purity, the realization of “Who am I?” must take place. - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan Spirituality means: 1.Attaining the realization of “Who am I” (Self-Realization) from the ...
Views: 380 - Have you ever imagined that if God made us then who is above God? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhen we see this beautiful world around us, we often wonder, ‘Who must have created this world?’ We are told ‘God created this world’. If God is really a creator, just imagine •How would He have created the world? Would He have toiled like a potter to create one thing after another? •And ...
Views: 380 - How can I get rid of my fears and be more competitive? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2022 from Dada BhagwanTo be free from fear and succeed in life, we have to understand what fear is, why fear happens, and how to remove fear permanently. Fear is inherent in every living being, but this fear is meant to keep one safe, and it manifests only when the circumstances of fear arise. For instance, a ...
Views: 380 - How do you Define Love in a Single Picture? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2019 from Dada BhagwanResearch studies of human behavior show that we, human beings have self-seeking tendencies to be loved by others. Love and warmth is something that we always strive for, from our loved ones. We like to get loved by people and love to love others too. However, it is not as much a selfless ...
Views: 380 - Is love for humans also spirituality? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2021 from Dada BhagwanYes, definitely! Love for all humans, love for every living being is indeed spirituality. This is the love for the Supreme Soul that’s residing within each living being, hence there’s equal love for everyone! This Love is very Different from What we get to See in this World. This love ...
Views: 380 - Why do humans think suffering is a part of life? If you live consciously cant you not go past it? - by Submitted on May 29, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLet’s begin with an example. Suppose a person is suffering from cancer. So, he will either: Take it positively and harness good intentions, “This suffering has come due to my own karmas. I want to stay positive and live my life as peacefully as I can, without giving pain to anyone else.” ...
Views: 380 - 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: 379(1 vote) - What is a constructive way to handle jealousy and suspicion? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2021 from Dada BhagwanMany believe jealousy denotes love. Is that true? No, this is only a myth. By saying so one is actually giving protection to this negative feeling, and thus helping it to grow further and spread its roots deeper. Jealousy is when you're worried that someone's trying to take what you ...
Views: 379 - What is the difference between your identity and your Soul? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2022 from Dada BhagwanNone! The Soul indeed is our real identity. We generally believe our name to be our identity and hence introduce ourselves as, ‘I am John (please insert your name here).’ However, Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, the Enlightened being, asks us a very simple question here: “Are you yourself John or ...
Views: 379 - What makes a golden opportunity towards enlightenment? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2020 from Dada Bhagwan“Go to the One who has become free; and request him, “Sir, make me free.” That is the ultimate solution, the best solution. ‘Who am I?’ - once this is decided, one can attain liberation (become free). And if one does not meet with a Gnani Purush then, until then, one should read the books of a ...
Views: 379 - As per the teachings of Vipassana, is it true that we are not supposed to get attached to any situation but go with the flow of life? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLord Buddha says, All sankharas are impermanent. When you perceive this with true insight, Then you become detached from suffering; This is the path of purification. So, you are right! We are indeed not supposed to get attached to any situation and we must go with the flow of life. But ...
Views: 378 - Can one transfer the debt of one's karmas? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanNo. It is not transferrable. You have to suffer the fruits of karmas yourself, be it the good ones or the bad ones. You cannot give it to others nor can anybody take this away from you! If you want to take away your mother’s bad karma and add it to your karma, that will not happen. If ...
Views: 378 - How does a good moral character help in achieving success and happiness? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2021 from Dada BhagwanWhat is morality? Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan defines, “When one does not possess even a single vice that is unacceptable to any living being in this world, it is called full morality.” One with a good moral character does not take away anyone’s happiness nor does he hurt anyone’s feelings. ...
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