Never become a Lover, become Love: Beautiful Analogies

Students can understand the interpretation of subtle aspects. One must never be a lover. A lover may

If you follow Swami's command and lead life, HE will manifest in a second

First and foremost one should have steady and intense faith in Vedanta. One can conduct oneself prop

Krishna Asked Arjuna to pray during the war: Faith is pre-requisite for leading life

Krishna told Arjuna, “Arjuna! You may be wondering about how to think of me in battlefield. But yo

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

Where Vedas end, Vedanta begins, explanation of Vedanta

Therefore Vedas are limited to the physical world. Next is the ‘Vedantam’, which is most importa

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

Vidyalanniyu Nerchi

Vidyalanniyu nerchi yemi viluva sunna? Yemmelu biyyelu pasaivachchi, peRigaanchina pedda vaaralai

Swami on the downward trend of present education system

It is enough if one has faith in oneself. How can one trust others if one does not trust oneself? T

Everything is present in Vedas

“Sahana vavathu, sahanau bhunaktu, sahaveeryam karavavahai,” All should be united. Kala

We need to show gratitude towards society

Students must develop the spirit of unity along with the formal education. One is born in the societ

Copper coins episode from Shiridi Baba's life

Once in Shiridi, Baba, sitting on the steps of Dwarakamayi, was keenly looking at some copper coins.

What is the True meaning of Man or Manava

Students do not understand what humanness is. He declares himself as being "Manava" without knowing

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

Swami on Current Educational System

Every year, the education institutions are creating lakhs and lakhs of graduates and letting them lo

Flip side of todays education System

In this land of bharath, which was once upon a time having an education system that consisted of var

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

Convocation message to Students

Students, at your workplace - offices, factories or industries, whenever you are forced to utter an

Students always be in a good company

When once students go out of the portals of the educational institutions and enter the society, thei

Students should develop common sense

Therefore, to begin with, students should participate in those actions that will are essential to th

Students should not give scope for bad thoughts: Analogies

Students must develop good thoughts through their pious character and good qualities. One must never

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

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

Chanting Rama's name and respecting elders turned Ratnakara into Valmiki

Sage Valmiki is the one who composed Ramayana, the history of Rama during the lifetime of Rama. He m

The words, mind, ego and the spirit belong to the same family

Students!! The culture of Bharath is noblest and second to none. Man is sum total of hi

What is true knowledge; Football analogy

Students! You are familiar with the game of football. There are six players on each side for this ga

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

Pure love would never change; An illustration

Many students are with pure love as long as they are in our institute but when they go out, they say

What is true love according to Swami

Ornaments may be different but gold is one and the same. Color of the cows may be different but th

Sevadal shouldn't have part time devotion

In view of the conference of Sevadal, thousands of names were sent from each district. But of these

How to tune yourself to God

The entire world is full of electric power. There are unchanging electric waves at a certain level.

Swami on the depletion of Ozone layer

Dear Students! One is enthusiastic to know what exists up above, but there is n

What is the significance behind Devi worship

One has to first and foremost know the meaning of ‘liberation’. The word ‘mo ksha mu’ has th

The entry of Shyama into Shirdi: Story of Shyama and his experiences with Baba

Shyam’s parents brought him to Shirdi after their retirement. He was two years old at that time. H

Eat less, talk less, work more and derive great joy

We should all be united. Hatred might arise among brothers, but there must never be any room for hat

Vasudhaikakutumbhakam is the message of Sankranti

Students should behave in a very respectful manner, should respect the elders, love the parents, res

Message to youth and students

Since the occasion is right, Swami speaks about the students in today’s world. If a group of five

We can achieve alot when we are united: Story of father and five sons

People read news paper daily. There are many types of news in that. It may be news or nuisance but p

Role of students in moulding the world

Students!! Students see and hear about many things in this world. In spite of

Lyrics are not given importance in music today: Humorous analogy of Thyagaraja Krithi

In a music concert the musician concentrates on the ‘raga’, the tune, ‘tala’, the beat and t

Never watch TV while having food

Youngsters!! If there are any programmes pertaining to students’ education in the TVs, t

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

Yoga Can Bring Benefits Way Deeper Than Just Physical Health

It was also investigated in a different way in old Mexico. There in old Mexico, they had jailed many

Man can put an end to the cycle of birth and death: With Beautiful Analogies

“Apart from the will of the Lord, there is man’s effort also, to some extent, in the process of

Swami on the origin and the secrets of creation

Embodiments of Love, students!! “Yekoham bahushyam”, the one manifests as

I keep correcting you till you learn: With Analogy

There are many subtle things that the students must know. Many people think that Swami often repeat

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

Understand the difference between intellect and intelligence: With analogies

Students should understand the difference between intellect and intelligence. One can earn “O” g

Students should have control over senses

Therefore students should have full faith on the control over the senses. This age is very sacred, d

The attributes of wisdom - Sraddha, Rutham, Sathya and Yoga

The first one is “Shraddha”. It has two meanings: ‘interest’ and ‘stability’. Shraddha

Develop unconditional love and lead your life

God is the embodiment of love. One must not exhibit it but put it in sacred path. One must never put

Serve the society whole-heartedly, derive joy and get rid of your ego

Students must not struggle for a job. What is the “udyoga”, job of a student? Yoga is the job. S

Students should lead ideal lives in society and become ideal: Message to students

Dear Students! At this age students must determine to mould themselves into id

Do not pride yourself of young age: Message to youth

Students must realise this concept of love. Unfortunately the students today allow this love to be d

Truth is one and not two

Brahman is the principle of oneness; it does not exist separately. “Yekam sath, viprah bahuda vada

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

Students should lead ideal lives in society and become ideal: Message to students

Dear Students! At this age students must determine to mould themselves into id

Who is victorious in life? Questions Shankaracharya: With beautiful analogies

Shankaracharya questioned, “Chitam jagatyeva?” meaning who is the winner in the world. Each stud

Develop faith and confidence

“Where there is confidence there is love. Where there is love there is peace.

Members of Sai Organisations should develop human values

People hear about hijacks, kidnaps, robbery etc happening in the society. On investigation one comes

Love for God, fear of sin and morality in society in Sai organisations

There should be certain amount of co-operation among the different state presidents. Small committee

What is Rest?

Rest...Rest....Rest doesn’t mean idle relaxing or sleeping in an AC room with all cosy comforts an

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

Message to students on practical lines

Students!! Students must curb excessive talk and indulge in necessary talk like

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

Do not preach, act: Story of Deer's meeting

Can any number of dogs equal a lion?? No! Never!! The modern day students persevere with false chiva

Determination must be inculcated to do Sacred activities

Having determined to do a task, Hold on till it is finished.

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

Excessive talk leads to many problems: Practical analogies

Students!! The present day student is highly confused. The one who can talk does

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

Mind and its working

Students! Mind is very peculiar. Mind moves very fast. Mind is highly wavering. Mind is very powerf

Messengers of Sathya Sai are rendering Yeoman service to humanity

The Messengers of Sathya Sai are doing excellent work. They are helping to build dwellings for the p

Who is a true messenger of God

Embodiments of Love! everyone knows that human life is highly valuable, sacred and noble. Students f

What is Bhava, Raga and Tala

You must recognise the truth that in every aspect in India there are three components which are Bhav

Religions are many God is one: Analogy of a Veena

One need not criticise any religion. Swami tells a small example so that the students may understand

One can understand Divine Principle by following intellect and by giving up mind

Some might think that Brahman can be achieved through some Sadhanas or spiritual endeavours, but Bra

Be prepared to serve and do not expect others to serve you: Chinnakatha

Embodiments of Divine atma! Students!! Students must be ready to serve others but should n

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

One should not breed any differences in bhajans or in prayer

The bhajans were sung in a worldly perspective. Swami has observed it. The boys did not join the sin

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

What is Samadhi State

Students!! The word Samadhi is understood in many different ways in the world.

Swami's special love for Students; Special

Swami's special love and intimacy for His dear students.

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�

Everyone needs to be disciplined

Discipline is a must not only for children but also for all adults, including teachers, officials an

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

Swami on the importance of Bhaja Govindam

Divyatma Swarupas! Young students, the teacher-taught relationship has been very sacred in our tra

Swami has placed all hope on Youth

A great many people who are educated, who are in charge of education and who are in responsible posi

All religions taught us to be good

Young students! Indian culture is based on non-dual thought and non-dual philosophy. This special

Swami on the deterioration of Indian culture

Young students! Today, the question arises in the mind of every youth, whether our country Bharat

Bad behaviour of students in present times

Today, one does not have the awareness necessary to respect even one’s parents who have been resp

Sad state of students in society

Students must strive to attain strength connected with responsibility. They should also recognise t

Educational content must be value-oriented

It does not matter even if there are no big reforms in our educational system, but it is sad that i

Teachings of ancient Gurus and disciples

From time immemorial, this sacred land has had good traditions, had expounded many spiritual truth

Everyone has a role to play in this creation

Dear students, teachers and patrons of education! With a desire to improve education in this sacred

Serve even when strikes are there

Not only this, in Sevadal there are members of different categories. There are many students, teache

First serve family then comes society

Youngsters! Is Bhagawan giving you trouble every day? Bhagawan is ready to trouble

Practice what you learnt in Prashanthi Nilayam

Students! Young men and women!! Your education is not true and great learning; true learning

Service is the highest form of worship

Some students, youngsters go to village service activities. Service is noblest of all activities. It

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

Lessons learnt form the heart and sacrifice done by blood cells

One needs to ponder on the teachings of one’s heart! But one is becoming tired, impatient and weak

Ego is bane and humility is boon in service

Embodiments of Divine atma! This service will give you a high and noble position. That exalted state

We need to understand the inner principle of Vinayaka

We have learnt how to worship Vinayaka, but we do not recognise His inner principle. This will make

Swami on Sports meet efforts

Students! Bhagawan has been watching and noticing all the struggle and strain that you have undergon

Human values are latent inside

Today we have lost the sacred human values. Because of the loss of the human values, we have become

Feelings behind actions are important

Therefore, the experience is greater than imagination or feeling. You may feel that you are one wit

Power of Mind

In fact, there have been tremendous beautiful sentiments in every man. This mighty strength is not n

Students should have noble qualities

Students! Boys and girls! The music, sports and games have been very successful because of your bubb

Message to students on Sports meet day

All your games are not sports and games over a limited period. You should be in this game throughout

Students, do not crave for Rewards

Students! Boys and Girls! You have learnt a lot. You have got very high degrees indeed. You too have

Sports meet message to Students

All students have played very well to please Bhagawan. Bhagawan is satisfied and wishes that you too

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 help others

Embodiments of love, what meant by "help"? A small example. You all travel in buses and trains. As y

Serve society and see God in everything

What is Shivaratri? You should develop auspiciousness as a quality. Let everybody be happy. Not feel

Ideal brotherhood, Story from Ramayana

A small example. At one time Rama, Lakshmana and Bharata were playing with a ball. After playing for

Students should develop Gratitude

Human nature in which there is no gratitude will turn into an animal nature. So, boys and girls! In

Concept of Four F

Boys and girls! In your life you should pay great attention to certain things which we will call the

Discrimination power of man

Our life will not move forward if we don't have any knowledge of Sastras or knowledge of experience.

Balvikas children must lead a Dharmic path

There are many students in our colleges with varied experiences who were wandering in many ways outs

Role of Balvikas Gurus and Parents

Teachers, who are verily embodiment of Divine souls, must imprint in their mind that it is very nece

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

Impart Indian culture to Balvikas Students

Our ancient Bharatiya culture was essentially based upon discipline and control of one's own self. T

Impart both Spiritual and Secular education

Spiritual education provides permanent happiness, lasting prosperity and welfare of the world.Today

Role of Balvikas Gurus in imparting knowledge

The teacher must take necessary care to teach such spiritual education.The teachers should be prepar

Relation of Balvikas students and Gurus

The close connection that should exist between the balvikas students and Gurus should be for the goa

Practice leads to success: With an small analogy

Embodiments of Love! Students! During the Summer Course, you will receive such advice from elders an

Move forward developing Kshama; Hassein, hussein analogy

Students! In matters spiritual, make sure that you get a firm grip on whatever it is that you are se

Develop kshama with love

Students! In everyone of your spiritual endeavour, you must make the resolution, “This I MUST achi

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

Failing in efforts leads to failing in exams

Embodiment's of Love! On occasions, you might fail in the class tests or in the examinations but tha

Absence of Kshama leads to jealousy

Jealousy is the greatest enemy of man, and it takes root when kshama is absent. If you possess the v

Doubts crop up because of impatience

Students! Often you are seized with doubts. You wonder, “We are happy here because we are close to

Follow the culture and tradition of Bharath

You young people should clean your minds, develop pure ideas, and take this opportunity to see what

Swami on the importance of life and Atma

Sacred minded students! Man generally desires to get something and in fact gets something differen

Treat every second as New Year

Students! Regard every second as a new year and act on that basis. You need not wait for the passin

Swami on Positive and Negative thoughts

These achievements come by God's Grace. It is not merely due to human effort that you get these. Man

Sacrifice is most important path in life

There is no quality higher than sacrifice. To be able to sacrifice is like the king of quality. It i

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

Ideal teachings to Balvikas Gurus

We have been working as Balvikas gurus for the last four years. What is the result for the last four

What is the meaning of Guru

The Balvikas guru is a GURU. What is the inner meaning of the word Guru should be understood. 'Gu' s

Swami's teachings for Balvikas Gurus

Today in the context of there being about 5000 Balvikas gurus and if each teacher can set right at l

Role of teachers in students life

Teachers are ideals. The teachers should put into practice and hand them over to students. As the te

Role of teachers in making ideal students

It is not as if in this country there are no wealthy people. It is not as if there are no highly ed

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

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

Students should not hate each other

Embodiments of love! In your classes, there may be small differences between individuals. On the bas

Tongue is given to Speak Truth

Pavithratma Swarupas! Students, boys and girls! The tongue which we have is something very sacred. W