Shree Krishna says in the Gita: समोऽहं सर्वभूतेष्ा न मे द्वेष्योऽस्ति न पि्रयः ॥ “I have neither friend nor enemy.” This was said only to fool others. He does in fact have an enemy, and it is pride. He has a...
Devotional service to Shri Krishna is performed by following the nine methods as follows: 1. Hearing 2. Chanting 3. Remembering 4. Serving the lotus feet 5. Worshipping 6. Praying 7. Executing the orders 8. Fraternizing 9. Fully surrendering In this series, we will elaborate on one method each week. We’...
Shyamsundar is the Soul of every soul and that the individual souls constitute the body of Shyamsundar. Just as our material body constantly serves the soul by trying to give it happiness through every thought and action, similarly the individual soul is an eternal servant of God. But since time...
“It is thought which is the propelling force in us. Fill the mind with the highest thoughts, hear them day after day, think them month after month. “– Swami Vivekananda Our minds are filled with countless thoughts during the course of the day. Since they are “just thoughts”, we tend to...
Yoga is a system of holistic living, with its roots deeply entrenched in Indian tradition and culture. The ancient and timeless science of Yoga is a marvel that brings immense physical and mental benefit to mankind, irrespective of religion, faith, creed or gender. One of the many amazing facts about...
We shall continue with the opening couplets from ‘Radha Govind Geet’ – ‘Dainya Madhuri’. We must note that Shri Maharajji wrote these couplets in traditional Hindi, blending a unique poetic style of expression with glorious linguistic artistry, unmatched in the literary world. The simplicity of presentation and the deep impact that...
From beginning to end, the Fresno retreat was a grand success. Participants delighted in hearing Swamiji expound his first ever commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, clearly defining a step by step path to spiritual success. Everyone indulged in a variety of soul-nourishing activities for the whole family, including a...
Continuing with the opening couplets from ‘Radha Govind Geet’ – ‘Dainya Madhuri’, we shall progress further in our devotion by singing the personal glories of Shri Radha and Krishna. Couplet 7 & 8 Jivan Jivan Govind Radhe Jivan Dhan Ghanshyam Hai Bata De Jivan Jivan Govind Radhe Shyam, Shyam Jivan Shyama Bata...
“In a place helpful to the mind and pleasing to the eyes, in a hidden retreat, let the aspirant cultivate spirituality.” Svetasvatara Upanisad An aspirant on the spiritual path yearns to grow in love and service to God. However, no matter how dedicated the aspirant is, living in the material...
