Swami always look for your feelings; Different examples from Mythology
More than the Vedas, it is very essential to understand the teachings of Vedanta. The path of love i
Don't try to understand Me, experience Me
Seeing My physical form, you may be deluded into thinking that I am also a human being like you. You
Always contemplate on God: Practical examples
Be in constant communion with God in all the three states: waking, dream, and deep sleep (jagrat, sw
Inner vision helps you to know your true nature: Beautiful analogies from householder's life
Inner vision helps you to know your true nature: Beautiful analogies from householder's life
Veda Vedantamulu Valle Vesiyunna
One may be well versed in sacred texts, One may compose beautiful prose and poetry,
Love and show your gratitude to parents: Message to Students
Embodiments of love! Students!! Develop love more and more. Love is not something that can
Without faith and love in God, whatever we do is useless: Analogy
It is all useless if one does not have faith in God. People bring fresh vegetables; hire a good cook
Man is deluded by Money: With analogy
One only thinks of money now-a-days. How can money uplift man? Developing compassion or righteousnes
All Indians must be united: Analogy of Dharmaja
Divine and novel thoughts are within man. For this, unity is very essential. Dharmaja set a very goo
Spirituality must begin at a tender age: Analogy
Some parents criticise when their children start to engage themselves in bhajans or devotion or in m
True devotee comes for Knowledge of the self
Whatever others may do take it as the will of the Divine. Think that whatever, good or bad, happens,
God is present in everyone: Episode of Lakshmi bai Danghe (Shirdi Baba)
Shirdi Baba too taught wisdom on many occasions, in many ways using many examples. God is everywhere
Compassion is what is important today
People study well, hoping to get into good positions and also aspire to go abroad and desire to earn
God's love alone is selfless: With analogies
When one enquires about what is it that is selfless in this world, one finds that God alone is selfl
Health is the real wealth
Therefore this material wealth is not important. It is the wealth of goodness and good qualities tha
We need to take foods which give strength: All Vitamins and proteins are needed for body
Life sustaining food that is nourishing and nutritious must be eaten. But in this world under the in
To maintain good health we need to maintain good diet: Weight loss is a must for maintaining good health
A person has blood pressure. In the wake of the blood pressure, this person becomes a victim of diab
Limited food intake is good for the body
Man eats food in excess and thoughtlessly. “Na shreyo niyamam vina”, anything that is not bound
What is food and what kind of food is good for body
What is the real meaning of ‘Aahara’ food? Grains, vegetables and fruits are considered as food.
Cooked food leads to perennial amount of diseases
Therefore in order to preserve and protect one’s health one must control one’s habits, behaviour
We need to keep up good health to experience Eternal bliss
It is a wrong notion that people consider health in relation to worldly existence. One also believes
Importance and working of human body
It is a wrong notion that people consider health in relation to worldly existence. One also believes
Even to attain liberation one needs to have good health: With an analogy
Health is necessary in order to discharge one’s responsibilities in terms of dharma, artha, kama a
Manchi Talapulu Matalu
Good thoughts, good words and good deeds as also the tendency to listen to all that is good and to t
The present condition of Students and Youth
The life of today's modern students has no link to what is good and what is really useful to them. S
Durbuddhula Talanunna
Today, in human beings , how do you find intelligence? If we have heads with wicked thoughts, ears t
Swami on Current Educational System
Every year, the education institutions are creating lakhs and lakhs of graduates and letting them lo
Get good name to all; Convocation message
So students, it’s a great opportunity. You should consider this as a scared day. Good teachings sh
Students always be in a good company
When once students go out of the portals of the educational institutions and enter the society, thei
Everything depends on your mind; Purify it
For good and bad, our behavior is the main cause. Nothing wrong in education, nothing wrong with the
Our focus must be on God constantly like Nandi (the bull)
Human life must be properly moulded into divinity by nurturing good qualities. How can this be done?
Students should not give scope for bad thoughts: Analogies
Students must develop good thoughts through their pious character and good qualities. One must never
We need to develop patriotism
One must develop good thoughts. This is called “Vyaktigata Seelamu”, individual character. One c
For good actions never waste time: Message to Students
“At least you act on the good thought the moment it rises and do good actions without wasting time
Act on the good thought the moment it rises : Ravana's Message to Humanity
Last words of wisdom from Ravana: Good message Ravana fell down after being hit by
Discriminate before acting, is it good or bad
Man sees, experiences many things in the world and also knows about other’s experiences. But the g
Your heart is the seat of the Lord, it is reserved for Him
students must be vigilant and should not let bad and wicked thoughts enter their hearts. Good and sa
We need to repose faith in God: Story of Nana Saheb Chandorkar; A shirdi Baba Devotee
One must have implicit faith in God’s words and conduct oneself in accordance with it. Then alone
Every man should lead an ideal life
Every man must mould himself to into an ideal one. One cannot fathom the greatness of human birth. T
Story of Valmiki
Ratnakara, who was ruthless and cruel hearted, indulged in many wicked activities to making a living
Swami on worldly and spiritual education
Whatever small work we do, we should think, discriminate whether it is good or bad. Take time. Do no
You are God; Search within
Many say that they search for God. Where to search for God who is everywhere? Why to search for Him
Attachment and selfishness lead to ruin
‘Na Karmanaa, Naprajayaa, Tyagenaike Amrutatvamanusuh’ is the Vedic dictum. Sacrifice gets you e
Only through pain, you can derive pleasure
Many great people, forbearing many difficulties did great penance and meditative exercises in order
Desire for God, rest will come to you
Faith is very important. Devotion and Faith are to be realized properly. Devotion is Love for God a
God always knows what is best for you
“Oh mind! Do not ask. Do not ask. As you go on asking it keeps getting delayed. If you don’t as
World needs people with good character
There is no need to establish a new religion or a new organisation or a new form of education. It is
How should we greet Sairam to people in the organisation
Embodiments of Love!! There might have been differences of opinions in the
Sevadal should never enter into politics: Guidelines to the Members of the Sri Sathya Sai Organisation
The members of Sevadal participating either in samithi or as Sevadal or in bhajan activity or in stu
While serving others, one should leave their breathe
Why is this body given? The human body is given to serve others. This body is bound to perish and de
Who is a true Sadhaka and a devotee
A good person is described using many adjectives in Bhagavatha and Bhagavad Gita. He has been likene
Difficulties would make us grow in life: With explanations from various avatars life
Life is sacred, invaluable and is worth living. Man must perform actions in order to develop such fi
Atma latent in everyone is the same
Whether it is in Sai Organisation or in any Organization, or in any region, or in any country, or in
Pranava is Brahman
When good words are told we listen with one ear and allow them to leave through the other ear. When
Manchi Mata Vinaru
People do not listen to good words even when are told with an open, good heart. But they fall prey t
Conduct yourself in conformity with the divine messages conveyed through the discourses
Annamacharya said that the results of our prayers to the Lord shall be commensurate with the sinceri
Unity of thought word and deed confers Divine grace
Even an insect can cause harm. To do good is difficult. Anybody can do harm. But only few can do goo
Yagna signifies discarding bad qualities into the sacred fire
To-day brings the week-long ritual (Saptaham) to an end. Strictly speaking ‘end’ means attaining
Develop qualities in life
We tell something but do something else. This is a bad trait, common, in many human beings! Now-a-da
What is Sacrifice?
Giving with a sacred feeling, a ripe fruit is sacrifice. Giving a rotten fruit is not sacrifice. It
Truth always truimphs: Example of Harischandra
In order to follow the truth, king Harischandra had to go through several ordeals. In order to ser
Try to lead your life with good qualities
Sages have given us great ideas. We should reminisce and practice them. Performing sacred rituals is
Ego makes one forget oneself
In human beings, there are certain reasons that source the emanation of either the bad or the good d
Dual nature of human beings
The nature of human beings may be categorised under two types. One is ‘animality’ and the other
Tell me your company, I shall tell you what you are
A tree stands still when there is breeze but sways when there is a breeze. What is the reason behind
As is the thought, so is the manifestation
“Yad bhaavam tadbhavathi”- As is the thought so is the manifestation. A small example: There is
Efficient usage of day to day resources
‘Devi navaratri’ means the worshipping nature by merging all the powers of nature and fostering
Conscience, Conscious and Consciousness
One should not follow one’s body or mind as ‘mind is like a mad monkey’ and ‘body is like a
Limitless human desires are the cause for unrest
Many people due to the impact and influence of the Kali age, perceive the relationship with the divi
What is the significance of human life
If man is satisfied living with his physical sheath alone then what is the specialty of human life?
None can understand God's mystery: Sing and redeem yourself
Nobody can understand the essence of God. It is good to refrain from understanding the un-understand
Swami on the Shirdi Baba devotee, HV Sathe: Sathe Wada Experience
Swami on the Shirdi Baba devotee, HV Sathe: Sathe Wada Experience Gradually the news about this B
Inner peace gives you outer harmony: Practical Solutions
First and foremost, one must know whom one should take refuge in, to get what one desires. People wa
Food and television are the causes for the agitation of mind
What is the cause for the thoughts that arise either in the mind or outside? One might conquer Indra
The Body is the Temple of God - Treat it Thus
Whether you believe it or not, I never did these sadhana at all. But, this body which is 67 years ol
The Essence of Patanjali Yoga is Unity in Thought, Word and Deed
To some, the worldly appears to be good. For how long? It is only temporary. This is called happines
There Cannot be a Healthy Body Without a Mind Filled With Sacred Thoughts
Mind is responsible for both bondage and liberation. We must entertain only those thoughts that are
Increasing Number of Researchers are Converging on the Medical Benefits of Yoga
In an international university in America, a physiology professor experimented in different ways. He
God is merely a witness to every action
One’s own good and bad deeds are the primal cause for joy and sorrow and for any happiness in this
Inner Significance of festivals in India
Embodiments of Divine Atma!! The festivals celebrated by people of Bharat, are all signifi
Mind is pure and blemishless: With analogies
Students!! There are many things that are not known to the students and many things that need to
Everything happens according to the will of God: Example of human body
Everything conducts itself as per the will and discipline of God. There is a good example to unders
One needs to foster good thoughts
Thoughts are the basis for everything. Hence one must foster good thoughts. From where does one get
Understand the difference between intellect and intelligence: With analogies
Students should understand the difference between intellect and intelligence. One can earn “O” g
The attributes of wisdom - Sraddha, Rutham, Sathya and Yoga
The first one is “Shraddha”. It has two meanings: ‘interest’ and ‘stability’. Shraddha
What is Kriya Yoga according to Bhagawan
All that is outside is the reflection of the inner being. They are the reflections of the inner bein
Peace is within you; Analogy of a rich man
A rich man decided to go on a pilgrimage. He thought that carrying too much luggage would create dis
Sadgunambulu Sat Buddhi Sathya Nirathi
Good virtues, good mind, and adherence to truth Devotion, discipline and duty,
What is true education?
The education imparted to the students today does not conform to the moral, ethical or spiritual val
Character is most important in human life
Man’s life is made up of the three attributes. Losing such attributes, man loses humanness. Today
Three p's important for building good character
Embodiments of Love!! In order to be successful in the field of spirituality, every
Bhagawan wishes all of us to be happy
“Lokasamastha sukhino bhavanthu!”- Let everybody in the world be happy and peaceful. That is Swa
Swami speaks on Prime minister Vajpayee and on ministers
Today Mr. Vajpayee has come here taking lot of strain. Such leaders are very much necessary for the
Swami is happy when you serve the poor
The heart diseases are increasing day by day. Heart surgeries being are performed at the super speci
Unity among all the wings of the organisation brings good results
Service is the noblest of all activities. All the plans that have been drafted are excellent but the
Without love spiritual sadhana is a waste
Without sanctifying one’s heart, any number of spiritual practises that one undertakes viz. Japa (
Good virtues and values helps to gain self-confidence in life
People have been undertaking the spiritual practices of ‘japa’ penance, ‘dhyana’ meditation,
People in Sathya Sai Organisations should get rid of ego and ostentatious behaviour
It is good that the service activities are being done in the villages but that is not satisfying. On
Village service and pre-requisites needed for it
Serving in the villages is very important. Helping those who face dire inconveniences, who are subje
Service can never go along with egotism, attachment and ostentation
One must make self enquiry to find out if one has the necessary qualities to engage in service activ
Man should discriminate before acting
Embodiments of Love!! One should not waste even a fraction of a second of the most valuab
Significance of Ugadi Pacchadi
On the day of Ugadi, people prepare and eat “Ugadi Pachchadi” the special chutney. What is this
Significance of Panchanga
People of North Karnataka refer to their body as ‘prakruthi’ as in “Prakruthi is not good.”P
All the defects lies in the way we see things: With beautiful analogies
Man is earning much wealth and various forms of education, but there is no defect in either the educ
Atma is embedded in man; Like a pearl in an ocean
“Manasu nirmalambe manchiki margambu” Pure mind leads to goodness;
Manasu Nirmalambe
“Manasu nirmalambe manchiki margambu” Pure mind leads to goodness; “Manasu
Mind is the reason for liberation or bondage
One gets both the results. What is the reason for both the results? It is the mental weakness and la
Difference between an Optimist and a pessimist
“Korika teerina vela nanu goppaga pogidedaroyi! Korika teeraka pothe uraka tegedadaro
Whatever happens is for my own good: Beautiful Analogies
“Korika teerina vela nanu goppaga pogidedaroyi! Korika teeraka pothe uraka tegedadaro
Significance of Angeerasa year
There are sixty years as per the Telugu calendar beginning with Prabhava and ending with Akshaya. Th
Ugadi is celebrated to understand the nature of the world
The birthdays of the incarnations are celebrated as festivals in Bharath. The birthdays of the relig
What is the essence of Ugadi
What is the main essence of Ugadi? On this day the people of Bharath, get up early, take bath, wear
What do you mean by God: With beautiful Analogies
What is God? God is matter + energy. Presence of both matter and the energy results in the divine po
Nature of Mind compared to Sun and the moon
To think that one gained victory without mastering the mind is mere delusion. The mind is like the m
Who is victorious in life? Questions Shankaracharya: With beautiful analogies
Shankaracharya questioned, “Chitam jagatyeva?” meaning who is the winner in the world. Each stud
Demonstration of Raga, Bhava, Tala: Why should we clap with hands: Swami on different facets of singing
Embodiments of Love!! People sing bhajans while keeping the beat with
Praise or blame doesn't belong to you
People think that others have accused them. If they go on worrying and feeling bad about the accusat
Don't get attached to the body: Swami's example
People know that Swami leads by example. This is Swami’s body. But Swami is the not the body, Swam
Parents should be role model to children
One must not indulge in worrying about others the moment one gets up from sleep.
Every action has a reaction: With beautiful analogies
Every action has a consequence. There cannot be an action without reaction. An action however small
You are fortunate to be part of Sathya Sai Seva Organisations
In the days to come, this shed will not be sufficient to hold the conferences of Sai organisations.
Organisational structure has been changed for greater good
One more thing: previously there was the ‘world council’; since there were only a few people, it
All of us are instruments: Sai is the doer;
All of us are instruments in the Divine hands. You are only a namesake. “I am doing everything. I
Reach and realise divinity through Seva: Analogy of Arjuna
Every Office-bearer must consider, himself, a worker. Embodiments of Divine Atma! You should neve
Human body should be put to work
There is a machine, a pump set, and a generator. They are all made up of Iron. If they are not put t
Swami explains the workings of body, mind, intellect and atma
Man must aspire to become broadminded living in this vast and wide world. Every human being has four
Message to students on practical lines
Students!! Students must curb excessive talk and indulge in necessary talk like
Talk Less and Understand the power of Silence
“Mitha bhasha ati haayi”-Talking less makes one happy. Noble people in the Sanyasa stage used to
Son should get a good name to his parents
Student must live like a student. Who is a student? Life is like the four-storied building. What are
How a student should conduct himself: Powerful message
This age is very sacred; is one of divinity. This is the age that will bear sweet fruits. One must n
Follow your conscience, it knows the way: Concept of Sath, Chith, Ananda
One must never be in a hurry and enter into action peacefully. One should discriminate the good and
One should determine to do good in life: Determination is very important
Everyone must have perseverance. What for is the perseverance? It must be put in to do good deeds. O
Thoughts are passing clouds, do not entertain them
All the thoughts that come to a person are like the valueless dolls made of mud. They can be compare
Students should never get into other avagations; They should concentrate on education; Message to students
The youth today is gathering all unnecessary things into their minds. The student enters the precinc
Only God is our true friend
The less one talks the more one serves. Through service one can develop friendship. What is meant by
Turn the key of mind towards God
The effect on the mind is very severe. Mind is the main cause for the liberation and bondage. If you
Who is Manava or Man
Who is Manava? Human Being? Good conduct, good thinking and good character. The combination of these
Good and bad are not separate
All that is good or bad in us emanates from the heart. Good and bad are seldom separate from each o
God stands for Generation, Organisation and Destruction
The whole cosmos functions on the basis of three types of activity. These are what we experience in
Service leads to liberation
Embodiments of Love! Man adopts various means to achieve liberation (from the bondage of mundane ex
Born as a human we should behave befitting the name
We have to first understand what is meant by humanity? Human being behaving like a human being manif
Man should transcend three attributes to attain eternal bliss
In a split second you become angry. In a fraction of a moment you get agitated. They just happen in
Divinity is present in everyone in myriad ways and innumerable forms: Example of Nagayya actor
I am the seed for all the elements and the entire Creation. So, there is no birth for divinity. All
How Nana Saheb Chadorkar became the devotee of Baba
At one time Baba, in a sitting posture, was smiling which no one around could understand! Some peopl
Good culture leads to good qualities
If we wish to possess a good heart, it is essential to move in a good company. At times, however, go
As is our association, so is our Mind
For both the good and bad qualities, Mind is the root cause. The good quality present in the Mind ca
Follow the command as prescribed by Swami
Swami's commands, Swami's message - we should propagate throughout the world. Some people may like i
Christmas at Prasanthi Nilayam is Special
Embodiments of Love! Every year, we celebrate Christmas. You are from different countries. A true Ch
Do not indulge in arguments
Let anyone say anything - be peaceful, never argue at any time. Argumentation is not good. Argumenta
Everyman is a messenger of God
Every man is a messenger. If we question ourselves, why are we born? Not merely to eat, drink and sl
What is Bhava, Raga and Tala
You must recognise the truth that in every aspect in India there are three components which are Bhav
Helping others essentially means helping yourself
One need not worry in any matter. Man must do good actions that are beneficial to everyone. When doi
As is the action, so is the world
It is the ignorance that is the root cause for all this. What is the cause for ignorance? Man’s ac
All sevadal members are blessed souls
All the members have assembled here as workers who have done all the work and so the development tha
I need people who work actively
Swami needs people who work. Henceforth, people who do not work will be ousted from the organization
Office bearers shouldn't have ego in our organisation
Another point must be noted here. People should not wield power and authority indiscriminately as of
Understand the power of thoughts
One must understand the potential of good thoughts. Thoughts travel from one person to another. When
Service and love are two wings of the organisation
Every person must try to develop the divinity and sacredness latent in oneself and undertake service
We need to foster good feelings
One must abstain from bad actions, bad thoughts and bad conduct which ruin one’s precious human li
Story of Muthu Swami iyyer, the greatest lawyer of India
There lived two brothers in a remote village in the then state of Madras. The elder brother was a vi
Swami on the life of British Prime Minister James Mcdonald: Lead life with good thoughts
There are innumerable people, not only in Bharath but also elsewhere, whose lives are examples of tr
Good company fosters good thoughts
Ratnakara, who was a way layer and a thief, became Sage Valmiki the author of the epic Ramayana on a
Man's fortune or misfortune depends on his thoughts
Mind is not like the blank white paper. Mind is imprinted with the tendencies and experiences of man
Service is done to redeem yourself: With analogies
The service rendered by a person ensures a bright future when that service is devoid of ego and is d
We don't have control over what others think about us: Beautifully explained Chinnakatha
People have plants in their houses and tend to them by watering them, cleaning and providing suitabl
How to render different types of service: Examples from Krishna's life
Man is attracted by clean surroundings. Similarly a clean mind in a human being is attractive to God
No act of service is low: Analogies from Lord Krishna life
When people think of service, they seem to equate it with menial work, usually done by a servant. Th
Importance of service and its characteristics
A responsible temperament is very essential for an individual. Seva or service is one of the most im
Modern day practices in spirituality and demoralisation of Indian culture
Embodiments of the sacred soul! Students!! To follow a spiritual path is the desire of
Man must use common sense, discrimination and intelligence
A relative who does not help in times of need, God who will not grant boons in spite of worship,
Swami on Inter caste marriages
New fashions can be noticed today. Swami has said, ‘Caste of humanity’. Yes, it is true. Since S
Do not blame others for your actions
“Manayeva manushyanaam, kaaranam bandhamokshayoho”- mind is the cause for bondage or liberation!
Mind can separate the good from the bad
Here is a small example: The water of the ocean is salty. The heat of the Sun converts the ocean wat
Permanent address of God is your heart
One must never think that God is present only in pilgrim centres or in holy shrines. God is everywhe
Time is very important in life
There are two types of teachers, ‘baadha’ the pain and ‘bodha’ the teaching. It is difficult
Time and one's own heart are the best teachers
Who is the real ‘teacher’ in this world? One’s heart is the true teacher. Time is a true teach
Good qualities depends on the company we keep
“Budhdhihi karmanusaarini!!” One’s intellect develops based on one’s good and bad actions. B
Sevadal must find unity in diversity
We must also learn to speak in a good manner. In trying to get youth, especially the students, into
Difference between goodness and greatness; Story of Rama and Ravana
“Brahmavid brahmaiva bhavathi”- the knower of the Brahman becomes the Brahman. When one entertai
Hecchuga Sampadalocchina Gani
One may prosper abundantly, One may ride horses and elephants,
Youth shouldn't forget the good and leave God
In the spiritual path it is said, ‘Anoraneeyan, mahato maheeyan’ - God resides in the smallest o
What is social service according to Bhagawan
Every human being must possess the quality of gratitude. Having being the beneficiaries one must sho
Are youth having any gratitude towards society
Man is born in society, grows in society, earns name and fame in society and learns many skills in t
Paapa bheethi, Daiva preethi, Sangha neethi
“The ignorance, due to lack of fear of sin, The absence of love for God,
Youth should render selfless service to society
“The ignorance, due to lack of fear of sin, The absence of love for God,
Youth should involve themselves in Satsang
The well being of this world depends on the men and women. Hence, young men and women should have a
Lack of character is the main cause for world problems
All over the world there is misery, fear and restlessness. What is the reason behind it? That countr
Our behaviour should be exemplary
Vedanta said, “Sow an action and reap a tendency. Sow a tendency, reap a habit,
Yad bhavam tad bhavathi
In Vedantic parlance it is quoted as “As is the thought, so is the manifestation! (Yad bahavam tat
Two qualities immanent and latent in man
Man has two types of natures imminent in him- one is animal nature and the second one humanness. Thi
Mind is a conglomeration of thoughts
One must accumulate good thoughts and intentions in the mind. We have discussed earlier that the min
We need to develop the quality of sacrifice, love for the country and contemplate upon spiritual truths
Swami wishes that we put aside the differences of caste and religion and make an effort to realise t
Matamulanni koodi manchine bodhinche
All religions teach only the good, Know this and conduct with wisdom,
All religions taught to be good
Every religion has been teaching and stressing the importance of devotion and wisdom and have upheld
How to absorb good qualities; Analogy from Mahabharatha
There is a small example from the epic Mahabharata to illustrate the aspect of ‘guna grahana’ th
Unwavering mind is a pre-requisite to attain Samadhi
In order to understand and reach the state of Samadhi, the fourth line of the verse: ‘Kuruavadaana
Scriptures and Puranas proclaim truth
It is only when action is related to the Atma that the nature of Sathya or Truth stands revealed. Wh
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa on practice
The great saint Ramakrishna Paramahamsa used to live in an ashram in a village named Kamarakpur in B
Discipline is must in every action we do
Discipline is therefore, a must in every single action one performs from dawn to dusk. In today
What is the path of Karma yoga
Discipline is the essence of Karma Yoga. It is Karma Yoga that allows one to attain proficiency in a
Food habits and maintenance of good health
Discipline is needed in eating too. One must eat only to the extent required. Excessive eating would
Never break your promise; Tarkad story
People sometimes break their promise. There cannot be a greater sin than going back on one’s word,
Swami on Kundalini and Yoga practices
There are 33 rings in the spinal column, and located between the 9th and 12th rings is the Sushumna
Everyone needs to be disciplined
Discipline is a must not only for children but also for all adults, including teachers, officials an
Discipline is must to lead an ideal life
Though lacking education, Birds and animals lead regulated lives. Why th
All are embodiment's of God
One must consider every other as the divine self. ‘There are no enemies and no haters. All are my
Why should we do salutations to elders: Chinnakatha from Mahabharatha
What is the head? The head resembles the comprehensive intelligence. It is also said as ‘pragnyana
Can we do salutations to humans? Chinnakatha from Ashoka's life story
Many have a doubt whether it is alright to do namaskar to human beings. But who else will one do nam
People have time for watching TV but no time for God
Everyone is an embodiment of the divine. One should not harm, cheat or hurt others and so also onese
Swami on new year and its importance
Today, the New Year begins. This year is named as ‘Eshwara’. Eshwara means the embodiment or pro
Rukmini weighing Krishna
You all know this. Sathyabhama, wanted to possess Krishna, keep him all to herself. Sathyabhama has
All happens for our own good
Desire may be fulfilled or not. Consider everything is for your own good. I desired a work done, I
Develop positive thoughts
Clean, remove all the negative feelings. Develop, grow more and more positive thoughts. As along the
Follow truth which is Eternal
In this world there is an eternal conflict between Good and Bad. It is only the ignorant foolish man
Swami on Abraham Lincoln
You should recognize one important point. Lincoln was born in a very poor family in United States of
Bhagawan on Karma and Punishment
God simply creates for all of us to experience. Government appoints Police and Military. What for? T
Why should we do namaskar to good and bad people; Kabir says
Kabir looked at good company as well as bad company and said that both of them should be respected.
Youth should develop human values and be in good company; With an analogy
You should acquire the qualities of truth, prema and forbearance, as also the quality of sacrifice
Good people wouldn't get hurt; With analogy of an Goldsmith and gold
Here is a story of a goldsmith who during the practice of his profession was once melting gold. In
Develop good qualities and participate in Satsang; With analogies
We fill a mud pot with water up to its brim. We keep this mud pot very carefully in a place to whi
Develop goodness both qualitatively and quantitatively; With analogies
It is only when we are able to increase the good in us in a qualitative as well as a quantitative
Swami on the nature of good and bad people; With analogies
If you can understand the strength and the power of good company and use it in the best manner pos
Benefits of being in a good company; With analogies
You may ask what benefit we may get out of such good company. Man’s good as well as bad features
Human beings should help each other
When our fellow men are in difficulty, we should go to their help to the best of our ability. You s
Kadupu chicchu chetha
In defining a good man, Vemana said that the individual who suffers if he is hungry, who harbours
Man's quest must be for God rather than for food
In defining a good man, Vemana said that the individual who suffers if he is hungry, who harbours
What is Satsang and good company according to Adi Shankara and Vemana
Shankara was in the position of a teacher for the entire world and he propagated many ideals amongs
Swami on the role of youth in uplifting India
Sacred students! There are two things which are important for man’s life. One is confidence in o
Sath sangatwe nisangatwam
From keeping good company, detachment follows as a consequence. From acquiring detachment, removal
Who are truly Lord Yama and Chitragupta
Your intrigues may succeed with various people whom you want to deceive, but it is not possible to
Vidya degreela korakukai verri maanu
You must forget the foolish idea that education is only for acquiring a degree. Do not seek educati
Why summer course for youth; It's purpose
We have come into this world with our body as a part of ourselves. So long as you remain a part of
Man's pride in developing sensual pleasures
There are many people who do not think either of this life or the life after death. Such people are
No one is following religion truly
Different religions have some differences and some different ideas about the unknow-able God, but
All religions taught us to be good
Young students! Indian culture is based on non-dual thought and non-dual philosophy. This special
Anithyam Asukham Lokam
The world that we see is only a transient one. It is not a permanent one. This world is also full
Swami explaining the meanings of Govinda
For the verse Bhaja Govindam, Govindam Bhaja, there are varied interpretations given by many learne
Youth should develop self-confidence
Every youth must make an effort to generate confidence in himself and he can then enjoy happiness
Education enables discrimination
Education does not consist in the accumulation of information and facts from a multitude of books.
Teachings of ancient Gurus and disciples
From time immemorial, this sacred land has had good traditions, had expounded many spiritual truth
In sorrow rests the happiness
Death is implied in life and sorrow is implied in pleasure. So also, night is implied in the day.
Bharathavani Guru Sishya
In this great country of ours, the sacred relationship between the teacher and the taught has now be
Sevadal should not misuse Sense organs
Members of Sevadal! There is one other thing which we should recognize clearly. We have got five org
Practice is important than Preaching
This is not something which can be described by words. One can use a hundred thousand words but to d
God is present in everything
At one time when Krishna was a child, he came to his mother Yashoda in great hurry. Yashoda looked a
Be in Society and Serve
To isolate ourselves from the society, to stand at a distance from society and to think that we are
Man's relation with Society
Pavithraathma swarupas! Members of Sevadal. We are facing many problems. We gather in conferences wi
Your connection must be heart to heart and love to love
You have behaved in an excellent way, with good habits and good conduct all these four days. At time
Puthrothsahamu Tandriki
A father’s true joy isn’t in begetting a son, but in seeing his son being respected by the socie
Father would be proud when the son gets good name
The actual joy does not lie in getting a son. A father may distribute sweets on birth of a son. But
First serve family then comes society
Youngsters! Is Bhagawan giving you trouble every day? Bhagawan is ready to trouble
Do not blame God for your mistakes
In times of difficulty never blame God, never criticize God, enquire within, dig deep within yoursel
Swami on the devotion of Thyagaraja
Thyagaraja was a great devotee but he too had to face so many difficulties.Thyagaraja, who could bea
Don't cry for mundane things; Cry for God
You must develop such faith, courage and conviction and should not cry over others words. Crying com
Forget past, live in present and don't worry about future
Past is past, it is beyond recovery. In spite of all efforts one cannot regain it. Do not think abou
Youth should have good character
Youngsters! As Bhagawan said in the beginning, character is the most important thing. No o
Youngsters should talk less
Today’s youngsters should talk less. One can experience in abundance the sweetness in talking less
How to control the tongue
Jayadeva had complete control over his senses; he was always immersed in Krishna consciousness. He t
Human life is rarest of all
Human life is rarest of all. One should work for one’s redemption by engaging in good activities;
When I am God, why should I pray Him
One can also inquire in another way. How should one pray to God? When one is God oneself, why shoul
Earn a good name in society
We should earn good name and reputation in society. It is humility and obedience which are required
A weak person cannot achieve anything in life
Why be afraid to chant the glory of the Lord? In doing so the human life becomes weak. One should ne
Youth's misbehaviour in day to day life
Youngsters today feel offended to salute others with folded hands publicly. They bend heads and hide
Youth is golden age
This age is golden age. If one wastes this golden age, one will be ruining one’s future. When the
Youth should develop discipline
Young men and women! You are all very, very good, but you should know the discipline an
Why Gayathri Mantra is given to children at tender age
There is an inner meaning in initiating the young children into chanting the Gayathri mantra. The ma
Chanting Gayathri Mantra three times a day removes all your sins
It is necessary to chant the Gayathri mantra either in the early hours of the morning or in the even
See Unity in diversity and not vice-versa
Depending upon the circumstances and the state, the inner entity can be classified into four types.
Karma, Janma, Dharma and Brahma
The castle of Hindu philosophy has the concepts of karma, janma, dharma and brahma as its walls. For
Allahyanchu Mohamadeeyulu
The Muslims refer to God as Allah, the good Christians refer to God as Jehovah, the Vaishnavites ref
Names and forms are many, God is one
God is only one but names and forms are many. Each one likes a particular form and or a particular n
Good people face more obstacles in life
For good work and good people, it is natural that there are many types of obstructions and obstacles
Swami on Dehi and Deha
It is said in the Vedas: Not by actions, not by progeny, not by wealth but by sacrifice alone one ca
You see your own reflection in others
Premaswarupas! You must establish in your heart the idea of brotherhood of man and fatherhood of God
Seva is the expression of Love
The feeling of service in the sevaks should enter your hearts, should flow in your blood and should
What is Selfless Service
Premaswarupas! Today, the fact that the all-India Sathya Sai Swayam sevaks are celebrating their fou
Swami's words of appreciation for doctor's
Embodiments of love!! All the assembled here have come from far off places bearing all the
Swami on the role of doctors and on the current state of medical colleges
Many doctors raised doubts in the reports submitted yesterday; they were concerned about the success
Never lose confidence
One must never give into despondency. Whether one believes it not, Swami tells of Himself that He ha
Sacrifice is the way to move ahead in life; With analogies
Students learn swimming and know this better. When in the swimming pool, one has to push back the wa
Swami on Antibiotics
New medicines are being developed. These new medicines are full of antibiotics. These antibiotics c
Role of food and water in maintaining good health
The subtle form of water is life. The subtle form of food is mind. Thus there is a close relationshi
How diseases are cured in Swami's hospital
Every doctor now has a doubt as to how all the diseases are cured in our hospital. How is it happeni
Swami does everything for the welfare of society
This is the day of Ugadi. Sacred thoughts yield sacred results. Hence deeds motivated by and perform
Utilise time optimally and lead a good life
Time is highly sacred and valuable. Each one has to introspect whether he is making proper use of t
Human life is precious and of great value: Humourous analogy
Man would not dare to waste this human life if he makes an attempt to know the extent of the treasur
Human life obtained after much effort
This human birth is the collective effect of the good deeds performed in many previous births. As on
Everyone can transform their Samskaras
When one concludes that all the matter in the world undergoes change from either good to bad or vice
No one has an authority to decide what is good and bad
Nobody has the authority to decide what is good and what is bad. It is mere ignorance to think that
Pleasure and pain are the reflection of your own self
The things which appear as dual to an individual namely the good or the bad, happiness or sorrow are
Importance of Yoga in realizing Atma
One individual, that is the Atma Swaroopa, either in the waking state, or in the deep sleep state
Focus on Atma and not on form
When we make an attempt to realise and understand the real situation and the nature of Atma, then
Krishna - Radha Tattwa
Embodiments of divine love! We should not consider Atmic principle only limited to bodies. Only when
Develop Selflessness like Krishna
Develop only good ideas. What ever you do, do it selflessly. This is what Krishna did. He conquered
Jantu Nam Nara Janma Durlabham
It is very difficult to get a human birth. Among all the living beings it is difficult to get a huma
Man essentially means Mind
Man essentially means mind, but we are only taking note of the physical form of man. This is a great
Physical body is temporary and transcient
This physical body which is made up of five elements is temporary, transient and is not going to las
Serve with humility and egoless state
In this manner, we should mingle with people and together, we should promote the idea of service. Wi
Ofiice bearers must speak softly and sweetly
In some instances, some are bringing in politics. Embodiments of love! Most importantly, in Sathya S
Swami on the role and conduct of Sevadal
If you deceive anyone, believe and know that you are deceiving your own chosen God. Every moment, yo
All spiritual paths are challenging
Whatever path one may choose, facing difficulties is inevitable. This world is a dual world. With ha
Importance of Karma or action with Analogy
Actions are very important. Animal is born in Karma, it grows in Karma and ends in Karma. Karma is G
Swami on Shivam, Shavam and Soham
The aspect of Eshwara is present everywhere. It is present firmly in our heart. Whom are we calling
Role of Sevadal in rural development
Further, in these organizations, some mistakes do creep in. Truly, if there are ten thousand members
What are the qualities a Sevadal should have
Members of sevadal should not become like people today who are putting machines on high pedestal and
First aid kit for Sevadal according to Swami
Amongst the many conclusions that we have reached today, we have made one decision that the members
Sevadal should serve with good feelings
In our sevadal, there are several specialized indications and quotations, amongst these, in addition
The nature of Vinayaka is found everywhere
Today is Vinayaka Chaturthi. The nature of Vinayaka is found everywhere. Vinayaka is the master of S
Feelings behind actions are important
Therefore, the experience is greater than imagination or feeling. You may feel that you are one wit
Message to youth by Bhagawan
Youngsters of today are going to be the future leaders. Young men and women are going to maintain th
Bheeshma and Vaikunta Ekadashi
Today is the festival of Mukkoti Ekadashi, also called Vaikuntha Ekadashi. Bheeshma was resting on t
Swami on Confidence and Faith
The culture of Bharat lays much emphasis on three principles in the field of education. The first de
How to make Swami happy
How to please Bhagawan? First we should fill our hearts with good virtues. We should not go on chang
God is in search of a good man
Everyone says that they are in search of God. You don't need to search for God. In fact, God is in s
What is the Path to Divinity
Whatever you do, take it as God's work. Don't take it as my work or your work. We are all members in
Sanctity of Human life
Certain qualities are increasing in our life. That is just a sign of weakness, nothing else. Some pe
Creation, Sustenance and Annihilation
The whole of this universe depends upon three forms of activity. Creation, sustenance and annihilat
How to comprehend God
Embodiments of love! Divinity is beyond comprehension. It is easy to argue regarding the spiritual
Swami on good and bad company
Give up bad company. Run away from bad company. You should never be in bad company. The reason is, y
Swami on sacrifice, purity and selfishness
In this world, you find sacrifice everywhere. Rivers flow. They don't drink their own water. They di
The universe is verily God
The universe is the very form of God. "Vishnu" means Expansion. In this expansive world, what exist
Everything happens according to His will
Any act done anywhere, is only because of the will of God. Every day, without fail, you find sunrise
Through Love we can achieve anything
Always and at all time you should have the feeling of Love. From the time you get up in the morning,
Follow balvikas teachings all your life
Embodiment's of Love! Since you are children of Balvikas and since you have already understood and a
Either praise or crticism would reach God
Sacred boys and girls! Turn your heart into temple of god, spend your time in thought of God, be one
Students should develop Gratitude
Human nature in which there is no gratitude will turn into an animal nature. So, boys and girls! In
How do we know who comes to our rescue
It is not possible for us in this world to foretell what kind of person, who, and under what circums
What is the role of Balvikas Gurus
Today the teachers are responsible for all the agitations and confusion happening in our country. Ho
Swami teachings to balvikas teachers
Modern-day teachers, 90 out of 100 have no spiritual knowledge. They should recognize the truth that
Relation of Balvikas students and Gurus
The close connection that should exist between the balvikas students and Gurus should be for the goa
Chepputa sumabambhu, Cheyuta Kashtambu
It is easy to preach but difficult to practice. Do we need a teacher to teach bad qualities? Is it n
Sathya Dharma Prema Shanthulu Lekunna
Bereft of truth, righteousness, love and peace, the value of all your education is zero, Bereft of
Foster good thoughts and develop kshama
Embodiments of Love! Drive away bad thoughts and make room for good and noble ones. Through sacred t
Practice leads to success: With an small analogy
Embodiments of Love! Students! During the Summer Course, you will receive such advice from elders an
Bad company leads to bad results: Analogy of a mosquito
These days, it is not uncommon to see evil doers [seemingly] get away with it while good people suff
World is facing problems due to lack of Kshama
Develop Kshama. The absence of kshama is responsible for most of the problems the world over, and th
Develop kshama from a young age; With analogies
Students! The stage of life you presently are in is most important. This is when you can easily over
Lead a Divine life from new year
This is New Year Day according to the Gregorian calendar. We have other New Year days according to
Swami on waking, dreaming and deep states
During the day, while he is awake, man gets involved with his mind, body, intellect and other orga
God exists; Message to youth with analogies
Young people generally do not have faith in God and they get into a despondent situation by asking
Practicing Swami's teachings is true New Year
People are celebrating the advent of the New year, but what are they doing to improve their conduct
Bhagawan's message to all on new year
The new year does not bring anything new with it. The day when fresh and sacred thoughts originate
New year doesn't bring joy or sorrow
Embodiments of Love! YEARS have rolled by, but man has not developed noble feelings. A true human
Swami never gets angry with anyone
The peacock is so beautiful. If you take the feathers of the peacock and put them on a hen, how does
One should strive to be good and not great
The mother of today thinks that her children should become very great people. Some mothers say that
Talli Garbhamunundi Janminchinappudu
When a child comes out of the mother's womb, you cannot see anything around his neck, he doesn’t w
God is all pervasive and permanent
Narada explains the nine types of Bhakthi - listening, singing, thinking of God, serving His feet, p
Life without virtues is a waste
Money makes many wrongs. Money makes many things. Money comes and goes, but Morality comes and grows
Music is the reflection of Love
We should sing with love. We should speak with love. This is what the Gopikas said, 'In this barren
Be a change before you aspire for it
So we should utter sacred words. We should not use words which hurt anyone. We should not abuse anyb
Do not control your vices
It is not possible to control your thoughts. Many people make an effort to control anger and envy. T
Human character is most important
The human heart which is so soft and tender has now become so hard. Why? The reason is our conduct.
Swami on Emperor Bali and Vamana
Embodiments of love! Based on the principle of truth Emperor Bali considered all his subjects as his
Bhagawan on today's education system
Today, because teachers who only care for their salary, comforts and their life, we are not able to
Balvikas gurus will receive Gods grace
Whatever we do, we should regard it as being done in the name of God, as an offering to God. We shou
Balvikas gurus must be good all time
It is not as if Sai does not know that the balvikas Gurus are giving the important ideals of purity
Role of teachers in students life
Teachers are ideals. The teachers should put into practice and hand them over to students. As the te
Selfless life is ideal life
We should take a forward step to do selfless service. The trees, they perform selfless service. Even
Students should be far from Vices
Today we shall have to promote a situation where there is no attachment, there is no one blame to ou
Students should giveup Ego
Today's students by promoting in their own mind, inferior thoughts and inferior education, they are
Impart virtues to Students; Swami to Teachers
Students of today are only promoting their intelligence. They are forgetting that good qualities are
Pankajakshuni Pooja Palumarlu
Without performing the pooja of Pankajaksha several times again and again but to think of others and
Important lessons for Balvikas Gurus
It is important to assess to find out of if what is being taught in Balvikas classes are liked and a
God is present in everything
Embodiments of love! Boys and Girls! In this Vallabhai Stadium, we are now noticing different kinds
Tongue is given to Speak Truth
Pavithratma Swarupas! Students, boys and girls! The tongue which we have is something very sacred. W
Human life is precious, realize it
Divya Atmaswarupas! We are all born in this world taking this human form. But this human body with t
Control your Senses at young age
You should bring out the great ideas that are contained in you with the urge to do better. You shoul
Balvikas children must respect parents
According to our Indian culture, we refer to mother as our God, we refer to father as our God, mothe
Be grateful to balvikas gurus
Boys and Girls, you are the future of our country, having been born in the sacred land of Bharata,