Thought for the Day

The kind of work which the wise do may appear to be the same as that done by an ordinary person. Although in appearance they may be the same, yet the result will be different in both. The work done by an unwise person is always accompanied by a feeling on one’s part that he or she is doing work for one’s own benefit. This kind of work is mixed up with ego; the feeling of selfish benefit will also lead to trouble and sorrow. The kind of work which a wise man does always carries a feeling which makes him identical with the divine aspect; he is aware that he is doing in the name and on behalf of God. He thinks that God is really doing the work, and that he is only an instrument. This will always give a good result and grant satisfaction to all.

Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba

Thought for the Day

There was an emperor who always asked the sages who visited his palace, “Who is the best among men? Which moment of time is most blessed? Which act is most beneficial?” He could not get satisfactory answers for a long time. Eventually his realm was invaded and he had to flee into the jungle. There he was captured by a tribe who selected him as an offering to their goddess. In this precarious condition, he was rescued by an ascetic who took him to his hermitage, where he and his students lovingly tended him back to health and happiness. Amidst that loving and serene environment, the king discovered the answers to his questions. The best amongst all is the one who has compassion. The most blessed time is the ‘present’ and the best act is to relieve another’s pain and grief. Do not postpone what you can do today, now, this very moment, to a future date!

Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba

Thought for the Day

Embodiments of Love, work alone brings out the true strength in an individual and shows others what one is capable of. Just as a mirror reflects to us our own face, so also the kind of work you do, describes your true qualities like a barometer. This barometer of work has the capacity to assess your condition and the state of your mind and will demonstrate the kind of qualities you possess (tamasik, rajasik or satwik). Some people appear to be very calm and noble (satwik), but when they undertake work, we may see that, behind the cloak of satwik quality, is present an amount of harshness. Some people appear to be very harsh and cruel in their words, but when they undertake some work, they become soft and kind. Hence never judge others by their external appearance or by words alone. In fact, no test of human qualities is more stringent than the examination of the work one does.

Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba