Today, in certain Vishnu temples, a special door called the Vaikunta-dwara is opened, and people can pass through it into the Presence. Vaikuntha-dwara is the Gate to Heaven, that is to say, the gateway to self-realisation. The gateway to that heaven is not to be found only there; it will open right in front of you, wherever you are. Knock and it will open. Vishnu means, sarva vyapi (He who is everywhere). So, His residence Vaikuntha (heaven) must be everywhere. You can gain entry, by knocking with the correct password on your lips. Your heart can become Vaikuntha if you cleanse it and purify it, and allow God to manifest in it. Vaikuntha means, "the place where there is no shadow of grief." When God manifests in your heart, all is full and free. The cow transforms grass and gruel into sweet strength-giving milk and gives it away in plenty to its master. Develop that quality, that power to transform the food you consume into sweet thoughts, words and deeds of sympathy for all.
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