1.The word “Veda” has originated from the root “Vid,” meaning “to know”; and as it is explained in the phrase, “Vidam thu anena ithi Vedah”, Veda is that which reveals and expounds all knowledge. The sacred Veda, instructs us in all that is required for one's spiritual advancement. It imparts that knowledge, by which one can overcome all sorrows, and also grants the spiritual disciplines which can bestow unshaken peace. It is hailed as Anaadi (beginningless), Sanathana (eternal), and Nithya (ever-present). As the spiritual quest was sincerely pursued along with material objectives, the sages of the past had the good fortune of receiving the Vedic message. Those ancient masters were so selfless and full of compassion and love, that they shared what th ey had heard and enjoyed with those who approached them. Vedas are like the force of gravitation - present everywhere, at all times. The Vedic message can be received by anyone, on account of one's Sadhana (spiritual practices), one's concentration and the ability to experience the bliss resulting from practising it.
2.You can grow in love, only when you put into practice the love in which you have faith. Since you do not practise what you profess, your faith is weakened. A plant will grow only when it is watered regularly. After planting the seed of love, you must nurture it by watering it with love every day. Then the tree of love will grow and yield the fruits of love. Many today do not perform those noble deeds that will promote love. When you wish to develop love for the Lord, you must continuously practise devotion to Him
3.God is the embodiment of Love. A human being, who is an image of the Divine, should have love as the basic quality. Why then are you infected with qualities like hatred, envy, pride and self-conceit? This is because your hearts are polluted by desires for the things of the world. The image of the Lord cannot be imprinted on such impure hearts. It is only when one realizes the omnipresence and omniscience of God, that one can comprehend the nature of Divinity and recognise God within. To experience the joy that springs from a devotee who has developed Sannikarsha Bhakti (magnetic love towards God), you must show love and reverence towards elders and serve them with humility and respect. Towards equals, you must show love and friendliness. Towards the young, you should extend sympathy and loving care. By these means, you can demonstrate your love and fondness for the Divine, that is in all.
4.In the vessel of your heart is the wick of your jiva (inner self). This wick has been continually immersed in the water of your sensuous desires and so you are not able to light the lamp of wisdom. Pour out all the water of desires from this vessel, and fill it with Namasmarana (constant remembrance of God's name); take the wick of jiva and dry it in the sunshine of vairagya (detachment). If you follow this sacred method, you will be able to light the lamp of wisdom and no matter where you are, you will be able to see this jyothi (divine effulgence).
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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