When we come to know who we truly are, we will see ourselves in all people.
MATA AMRITANANDAMAYI“Is God a Man or a Woman ?” The answer to this question is neither God is That. But if you must give God a gender, God is more female than male, for he is contained in She.
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In most cases, worldly love ends in hatred and deep sorrow.
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Don’t go empty handed when going to a temple or to see a spiritual master. Offer something as a symbol of surrender, even if it be a mere flower.
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If you are unable to meditate, chant your mantra or sing bhajans.
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Traveling by bus, we see many things on the way and just let them pass by. Watch the thoughts of your minds in the same way.
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A musk deer searches for the source of the fragrance of musk, but it won’t find it because the fragrance comes from within itself. Bliss is not to be found outside of us; it exists within us.
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The impermanent, which is the body, is given too much importance. The permanent, which is the Atman, is completely forgotten. This should change.
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People think that God wants our offerings. God does not need anything from us. He is the giver. He is like the sun – the giver of light.
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In God’s vision, no inside or outside exists. Still, in the beginning, Mother is asking all to meditate on Him in the heart, in order to achieve concentration.
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We give physical exercise to the body, but neglect the heart. The exercise for the heart is uplifting the destitute and the suffering.
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Our circumstances will continually change. It is out of our control. It is more important to change our attitude, which we have control of.
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Feel your prayers, feel your mantra and you will feel God.
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Real life is developed from within. Real living means that the soul expresses itself through all one’s thoughts, words and actions. A person becomes fearless once he understands the nature of the imperishable soul.
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Be content and happy with whatever comes to you.
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Don’t be discouraged by your incapacity to dispel darkness from the world. Light your little candle and step forward.
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Crying to God for five minutes is equal to one hour of meditation.
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