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- 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 - What is true compassion? Is the ego capable of compassion? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2020 from Dada BhagwanCompassion can be defined as a feeling of deep empathy for another who is struck by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate their suffering. True compassion arises when one genuinely feels for others, considers their problems or suffering as one’s own, and positively initiates a ...
Views: 585 - What is the reason of quarrels between husband and wife? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2020 from Dada BhagwanFights between husband and wife happen due to ignorance and as a result of their past karmas. In today’s world, the majority of couples have daily fights for years together. This is mainly because of their past karmas. In their previous life, they may have made highly negative intentions ...
Views: 658 - Is it good to run behind money or behind success? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanToday, the whole world is running behind money and success like a thirsty person running badly in search of water while being lost in desert. Rather than running behind money or success, if we pay more attention to bringing consistency and sincerity in our work, and patiently and honestly ...
Views: 322 - How did the universe start? What are the Devi devtas and other entities and the purpose of journey of soul? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThere is a nice video at: https://www.dadabhagwan.tv/Home/Video/Soul+is+Permanent which you will like watching as it provides good clarification in relation to the question you have asked here. He explains that there are six eternal elements in this Universe... There Are Six Eternal ...
Views: 519 - Is the ultimate purpose of our life to realize God? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2020 from Dada Bhagwan“How can I really be free from all miseries? – Live this life to know just this!” - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan The law of karma is pretty straightforward - When you give happiness, you get happiness. And if you give suffering to others, you get suffering in return. So, from the moment we ...
Views: 470 - What is the actual nature of fear? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWe all have healthy fears and unhealthy fears. Our healthy fears act as the natural safeguards which we use to sense and avoid dangerous situations. Our unhealthy fears, on the other hand, hold us back from growing and can cause chaos in our lives because one is constantly trying to get rid of ...
Views: 820 - How to destroy self created bad thoughts? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThoughts are basic to human existence. There are many thoughts that come and go in our mind. But when negative thoughts come, they make us feel quite low. And then arises a desperate urge within to purge those thoughts out of our mind! Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, the founder of Akram Science, ...
Views: 535 - How can I be free of sadness, depression and suicidal thoughts? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2020 from Dada BhagwanJust like people see us through their perceived opinions and beliefs that they have for us, similarly, we too see ourselves through the set of opinions and beliefs that we’ve harnessed regarding our Self. Eg. “I am depressed. I am sad all the time. I am useless.” – these are nothing but ...
Views: 466 - Why can't we control our anger? Why do we tend to lose self-control and become violent sometimes? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAnger is a weakness; yet people generally think it to be one’s strength. As compared to a person who gets angry, a person who does not get angry possesses an incredible silent aura of serenity and purity! When one is seen silently tolerating on the outside but is fuming inside, it is called ...
Views: 644 - If a person dies an unnatural death by accident then is it also due to his her karma? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2020 from Dada BhagwanCountless unimaginable and unexpected events, such as plane crashes, road accidents, bombing, fire, floods, earthquakes or even tornadoes, keep happening around the world; causing unnatural death of so many people. So, is it because of the person’s karma that he or she dies such unnatural ...
Views: 497 - 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 are the ways to overcome fear and worry in life? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2020 from Dada BhagwanFear is one of the most powerful emotions as it has a very strong effect on our mind and body. It makes us worry and holds us back in life, especially when that fear or worry is regarding losing someone or something in life that is of great value to us. I too had a lot of fears and worries. ...
Views: 794 - Is a person's unnnatural death due to his karma? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanCountless unimaginable and unexpected events, such as plane crashes, road accidents, bombing, fire, floods, earthquakes or even tornadoes, keep happening around the world; causing unnatural death of so many people. So, is it because of the person’s karma that he or she dies such unnatural ...
Views: 489 - The Power of Pratikraman - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanForgiveness - a word that we keep hearing so often in different situations. sometimes in relation to forgiving others and sometimes it is about seeking forgiveness for ourselves. Though giving and receiving forgiveness are seen as two different things; the results of both are the same. It makes ...
Views: 581 - If a person dies an unnatural death by accident then is it also due to his her karma? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanCountless unimaginable and unexpected events, such as plane crashes, road accidents, bombing, fire, floods, earthquakes or even tornadoes, keep happening around the world; causing unnatural death of so many people. So, is it because of the person’s karma that he or she dies such unnatural ...
Views: 521 - 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 - Ways to keep my mindset peaceful in a negative environment - by Submitted on Aug 19, 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: 353 - How important is it for the enlightenment seekers to practice solitude and silence? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanGenerally, the reason why enlightenment seekers want to practice solitude and silence is to still their mind. However one should check that by doing so, did my mind really become silent, did it stop wandering here and there? If yes, there is some meaning in it and one can and must pursue ...
Views: 350 - Why doesn’t karma work for me, I feel hopeless due to my misfortune? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanEveryone has some or the other speciality in him. And your biggest speciality is that you are a human being. Being a human, we are able to observe the reality within our self and come out of all hopelessness. Nature has gifted this power to humans alone! And believe me, there is no better time ...
Views: 339 - How can I gradually stop my emotional dependency? How can I fix a codependent relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHaving Normality in Emotions Our emotions should remain in normality, neither above normal nor below! Normality means our behaviour is just like that of actors or actresses in plays or movies. For instance, an actor acts like a good husband and is nice to his wife in the play. He says ...
Views: 452 - What is the Essence of Human Life? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2020 from Dada Bhagwan“The essence of human life is to come into one’s nature of the Self (Soul); get awakened and remain only in Self.” - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan At some point in life, this question usually arises in everyone’s mind that ultimately what is the real motive behind we coming onto Earth. ...
Views: 697 - Can an enlightened person remove the sufferings of other people? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOne of the many things that connects us to our fellow beings or for that matter all living beings, is the common experience of pain. We all experience pain in some way or the other, at one time or another. We may try our best, but we can never shield ourselves or our loved ones completely from ...
Views: 350 - Benefits of Internet in Todays Day and Age - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAs we all know, internet has turned out to be one of the most important and influential tools in people’s life today. No doubt there are certain disadvantages of this facility, but despite the negatives, one cannot deny the enormous good it has brought about all over the world. So, like ...
Views: 431 - Does understanding spiritual scriptures always need a guru? What if I could not find one? How do I get blessings of enlightened gurus? Who had left this physical plane? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Spiritual Scriptures Hold the Sacred Words Spoken by the Lord Himself Spiritual scriptures are the Lord’s spoken words to help us conduct our lifestyle in the right direction and lift us up in the Spiritual realm, the end goal of which is liberation from all kinds of suffering. These ...
Views: 472 - Where is the Soul located in the Human Body? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Soul is located throughout the entire body, except in the nails and in the hair. If someone cuts our hair while we are asleep, we would not know it, because there is no Soul located in our hair. We do not feel any pain where there is no Soul. But in places where there is Soul, we would ...
Views: 1069 - What is ego in terms of enlightenment? How do you see through the distinction of true self and ego? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhen we go around in a belief, “I am so great or I am the smartest person in the world”, people will immediately say, “Look, he has so much of ego”, isn’t it? Even, in our day-to-day conversations, so often we pass judgements, ‘such and such person is so egoistic whereas that other person is ...
Views: 620 - Is it morally permissible to believe in God? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOh yes! Believing in God is permissible anytime and in every way. And be it believing in God or worshipping Him, praying to God or realizing Him, or even becoming God ourselves, it always stands to our advantage only! When we believe in or pray to God, we develop humility, which is one of the ...
Views: 585 - Ways to Keep Mind Peaceful in a Negative Environment - by Submitted on Aug 06, 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: 541 - How do I overcome a situation where everyone left me alone? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDo you know when is one really said to be alone?... When one thinks only about one’s own self! When we think only about our self, when we live only for our self, we cannot see anyone else other than our own self. And therefore, no matter how many people are along with us, but we are actually ...
Views: 428 - Can you scientifically explain the laws of karma? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhen faced with difficulties, have you ever wondered, “Why is this happening to me? What did I ever do to deserve this suffering and pain?” A scientific understanding of the laws of karma, as propounded by Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, regarding how we bind karma, how can we become free of all ...
Views: 377 - What will be the ratio of sorrow and joy for living a balanced life? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTell me, what do you like – sorrow or joy? Your answer obviously should be JY! The feeling of joy is so overwhelming and exhilarating that everyone loves going after it; and why only feeling, one greatly loves even the person or thing who we believe is giving us that joy. We generally get ...
Views: 508 - What is Lust? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhether lust is something one is born with, or it is something that one develops at a later point, lust is after all lust; it is harmful anyways! Therefore, it is important for one who is born with lust to look for an effective way to come out of it; and one who is wanting to develop lust must ...
Views: 585 - 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: 408 - 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 - I am aware of my pride. I always want to be the centre of attention but I don't want to be an attention seeker. I want people to need me. It's killing me. How do I deal with this? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2020 from Dada BhagwanFirst and foremost, we should very well know that this want of ‘people should like me, people should need me’ is bound to kill; the very nature of this want is such. The earlier we understand this fact, the better it is for us and everyone around us. Now, let’s address your important question ...
Views: 352 - 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 - Are all the distresses and problems resolved and one becomes happy after ones enlightenment? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYes! Let’s learn from Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being about how one feels after enlightenment. He explains this experience through an illustration.... Suppose there is pitch darkness in your home, how will you feel? If you try to move, you will have clashes with chair, ...
Views: 320 - Why do I accept it even if it is not my mistake? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2020 from Dada BhagwanSo often in life, we come across situations wherein we strongly feel, “Why must I accept all of this when it is not my mistake?” However, Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, the Self-Enlightened Spiritual Master, says, “No one, absolutely no one in this world, has the right to say anything to you if ...
Views: 500 - How after death does the soul stay for 14 days according to Hindu Grantha then return to heaven? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Real Truth behind the Belief that has been in Existence since Years now It is the Brahmins i.e. the Hindu priests who devised these thirteen days and the rest house. Param Pujya Dadashri explains, “What do the dead have to do with it? The Brahmins call it a rest house. They say that the ...
Views: 592 - How important it is to have a Master or a Guru in our life? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2020 from Dada BhagwanA Guru is the One who gives us guidance in life; who gives the right direction to our life. Guru removes the ignorance and disorder from our life, and brings meaning and discipline into our life. Without a Guru, one cannot progress! Be it a Teacher in school or a Master in spirituality, if ...
Views: 461 - How to overcome depression permanently in a scientific way? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhat are the causes of depression? How to overcome depression? Have you ever realized that depression starts from an inadvertent mistake of looking at a situation negatively? In such a situation, we perceive that everything is going against us and exactly this negative perspective or vision ...
Views: 456 - Which way do you choose to enlighten your Soul? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 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: 353 - How to overcome Depression? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhen we are not able to obtain the desired results or are unable to attain the desired outcomes in life; when we are hard-pressed from all sides, or we encounter repeated insults and failures; we begin to feel, “I’m not good at anything!” The pressure of circumstances from outside further ...
Views: 441 - I am miserable in my marriage but too scared to divorce should I just grin and bear it? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanIf the situation really demands it i.e. one is indeed in an extremely miserable condition of some kind Eg. If a woman’s husband is alcoholic, he doesn't earn anything; on the contrary, he spends off all the money that she brings home, and over and above physically tortures her - in any such ...
Views: 423(1 vote) - THE TRUE DEFINITION OF KARMA - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWhat is karma? Karma, as a word, has been used very loosely. If you are reading this page, it’s likely that you are one amongst thousands who is truly seeking the right understanding of this misunderstood word – "Karma". You are possibly here to understand how our intentions, motives, desires ...
Views: 556 - How is severe discipline essential for Self-Realization? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThere are two paths which lead to ultimate liberation. Kram is a traditional step-by-step path. This path requires one to renounce their worldly life and material possessions, and perform severe penances and follow strict rituals, with a purpose to conquer their inner weakness such as anger, ...
Views: 491 - Is there anything more important than our eternal salvation? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe worldly life, at every step, presents us with many tempting and lucrative goals that we consider very important in life; and therefore sincerely work towards and strive for it, sometimes out of need, sometimes out of want. For example - a loving family, a good house, stable income, lot of ...
Views: 429 - 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 - What are funny strange reasons for fighting between husband and wife or a boyfriend and girlfriend? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2020 from Dada BhagwanCouples fight, and it is a known fact of life! If you are in a long term relationship with anyone, you two may have argued. While some arguments are important and even necessary, most of them are really funny. And some of the conflicts are so funny that you would think it would have been ...
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