Our efforts to remove hatred and indifference from the world begin by trying to remove them from our own mind.
MATA AMRITANANDAMAYIThe 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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There are thousands ready to die for their religion, but only are few willing to live by its principles. Because of their narrow vision and envy, they have missed the true essence and message of religion which is love and compassion.
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The first step in spiritual life is to have compassion. A person who is kind and loving never needs to go searching for God. God rushes toward any heart that beats with compassion-it is God’s favorite place.
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“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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Our attitude should be: Whatever happens I will remain strong, courageous and happy.
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If we are not able to fix the Lord firmly in our hearts, even a lifetime of temple-going does not do us any good.
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We should serve others without any expectations whatsoever. When others throw thorns at us, we should be able to throw flowers back at them.
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We are all beads strung together on the same thread of love.
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When we come to know who we truly are, we will see ourselves in all people.
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Any action done with the right attitude, understanding and discrimination will take you closer to liberation. If however, the same action is done without the right attitude, it will bind you.
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Love sustains everything.
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Being aware of the bondage is enough to free you from its clutches.
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A person’s destiny can be changed through the power of a saint.
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First, the human mind should be harmonized, then the harmony of Nature will spontaneously take place.
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If you are unable to meditate, chant your mantra or sing bhajans.
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Don’t get angry. Try not to speak roughly or use harsh words.
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