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.
MATA AMRITANANDAMAYIThe beauty and charm of selfless love and service should not die away from the face of this earth. The world should know that a life of dedication is possible, that a life inspired by love and service to humanity is possible.
More Mata Amritanandamayi Quotes
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Couples should abstain from sexual relations at least 2 or 3 days a week. Gradually try to reach a stage of celibacy most days.
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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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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 are all beads strung together on the same thread of love.
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Problems arise when you identify with your thoughts and emotions. Try to be a witness to the thoughts instead of being totally identified with them.
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While eating, our attention should not be focused just on the taste. Imagine our chosen deity or guru is present within us and that we are feeding Him. This will turn eating into a spiritual practice.
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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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Those that have an attitude of service towards others are the beauty of society.
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Our educational system needs to give equal importance to the intellect and the heart.
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In today’s world, human beings are dying and human machines are taking birth.
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Consoling a miserable soul, wiping the tears of a crying person is greater than any worldly achievement.
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By living in harmony with Nature one gains a healthy mind and body.
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Our compassion and acts of selflessness take us to the deeper truths.
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We should try our best to relieve the suffering of others in whatever way we can.
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Our attitude should be: Whatever happens I will remain strong, courageous and happy.
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