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Book 9 – Questions & Answers

Book 9 Sudarshan Vachanamrit

Book 9 – Questions & Answers

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Question: On one hand, the Gita says: Yada yada hi dharmasya glanir bhavati bharata, Abhyutthanam adharmasya tadatmanam srijamyaham Whenever there is a decline in righteousness, O Bharata,And a rise in unrighteousness, at that time, I manifest Myself On the other hand, when you give initiation, you mention in the ultimate mantra: Sarva-dharman parityajya mam ekam sharanam vraja, Aham tva sarva-papebhyo mokshayishyami ma shuchah Abandon all duties and take refuge in Me alone.I will liberate you…

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Book 9 – Discourse

Book 9 Sudarshan Vachanamrit

Book 9 – Discourse

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From the earliest times, it was established that crossing the ocean of existence without a guru is not possible — “Gur bin bhav nidhi taraihe na koi” (Without a guru, no one can cross the ocean of existence). The human body is meant for devotion to the Lord. Let us all gather together and sing the glories of the Lord’s name. Narayan is a supreme word. The supreme element is called that beyond which there…

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Karma – Satsung 3 (02 May 1999)

Book 5 Sudarshan Vachanamrit

Karma – Satsung 3 (02 May 1999)

By Admin25 min read

We must remember that the Supreme Being has given us this human body to perform karma (actions). The same karma, the analysis of which you have heard in the previous two discourses, is the karma that is done for the Supreme Being, for the welfare of others. All other actions are indeed actions, but they are personal actions, businesses. The world is busy doing business. Only a few perform real karma. So, if we are…

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Sermons Given by Lord Srimann Narayan to Shri Lakshmi Ji

Sermons Given by Lord Srimann Narayan to Shri Lakshmi Ji

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Those devotees who keep remembering and meditating reverently on the lotus feet of their respected Guru manage to develop divine vision in their hearts, as described in the verse: श्री गुरु पद नख मणि गण जोतीसुमिरत दिव्य दृष्टि हिया होती।Shri Guru pad nakh mani gan jyotiSumirat divya drishti hiya hoti The divine light of the Guru’s feet, like precious gems,When remembered, bestows divine vision and purity of heart जो नर गुरु सन ईर्ष्या करहिंरौरव नरक…

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The Spiritual Path

The Spiritual Path

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A theosophist Guru has such sacred powers that protect his disciples from all kinds of illnesses and ill effects. Any seeker who surrenders himself completely to his Guru, then his entire responsibility comprising his joys and sorrows, his illnesses and curses, is accepted by the Guru. He protects him in every manner. It is the Guru who takes care of all his mental, physical, and spiritual matters. Even if some ascetic or deity curses him,…

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Discipline Expected Of A Disciple

Discipline Expected Of A Disciple

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A disciple should maintain complete discipline and decorum in front of his Guru. He should not try to express his opinion or make comments on his Guru’s teachings. It is not advisable to even express his opinion on the Guru’s discourses by saying, “I personally believe that….” He should not try to give any advice or sermons to his Guru, telling him what to do and what not to do. This would be extremely discourteous….

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Human Qualities

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Human Qualities

By Rameshwar Singh43 min read

Purity of Mind It is impossible for a soul to reunite with the Supreme Soul, God Almighty, without bearing the virtues of humanity. The biggest obstruction in achieving this goal is the mind. It is of utmost importance to purify one’s mind! It is our mind that pushes us into sorrows. Vanity and attachment regulate our mind to look for worldly pleasures, but what it gets in return is only sheer sorrow. If only our…

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IMMORTAL WORDS

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IMMORTAL WORDS

By Srimad Jagadguru Swami Shri Sudarshanacharyaji Maharaj9 min read

Summary The teachings emphasize the importance of humility, devotion, and constant remembrance of the Guru as essential practices for spiritual growth. A disciple should strive for purity of thought and action, remaining free from jealousy, pride, and worldly attachments. The Guru’s grace is vital for spiritual progress, and sincere obedience to the Guru’s instructions is paramount. Through regular remembrance and service to the Guru, one can overcome life’s challenges, purify the mind, and attain peace…

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The Qualities of a Shishya (Disciple)

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The Qualities of a Shishya (Disciple)

By Srimad Jagadguru Swami Shri Sudarshanacharyaji Maharaj4 min read

Summary The article discusses the essential qualities and practices for a disciple on the spiritual path, emphasizing the central role of humility, patience, and total surrender to the Guru. It highlights that a disciple must have an unwavering desire for knowledge and should seek out opportunities for Satsang, which deepens spiritual understanding. The disciple’s journey involves detaching from excessive emotional attachments and cultivating a forgiving nature, while constantly remembering the Guru in every aspect of…

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Bhakti

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Bhakti

By Srimad Jagadguru Swami Shri Sudarshanacharyaji Maharaj6 min read

This is a wonderful story of Shabari, who, being so simple and naive, achieved unison with the Supreme Lord Narayana. There is no reason why we cannot become like Shabari once we fully understand this story and tread on the same paths as she did. In the Ramayana, there is an incident involving a woman named Shabari, who belonged to a very low caste of tribal people known as the “Bheels.” The Bheels were basically…

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CHAPTER FOUR: ACARYA AT SRI RANGAM

CHAPTER FOUR: ACARYA AT SRI RANGAM

By Naimisaranya Dasa38 min read

While all these events were taking place in Kancipuram, the devotees in Sri Rangam were still feeling the lack of an acarya to guide them. The ardent desire of all of them was that Ramanujacarya come there and be their preceptor. Mahapurna had stayed for some time in Kanci with the intention of bringing Ramanuja to Sri Rangam, but, because he had left so abruptly, he was unable to do so. When the news reached…

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CHAPTER SIX: INSTRUCTIONS TO DISCIPLES

CHAPTER SIX: INSTRUCTIONS TO DISCIPLES

By Naimisaranya Dasa20 min read

Kuresa was one of Ramanuja’s most intimate disciples, always absorbed in thought of how he could assist his guru in his preaching work. He came from a wealthy brahmana family of Kuragrahara, a small village near Kancipuram. As he was in fact the landowner of the whole area around the village of Kura, he came to be known as Kuresa, the master of Kura. He married a very qualified girl named Andal, and together they…

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Embracing the Eternal Teachings and Wisdom of Baba Nanak Dev Ji

Book 3 Sudarshan Vachanamrit

Embracing the Eternal Teachings and Wisdom of Baba Nanak Dev Ji

By Srimad Jagadguru Swami Shri Sudarshanacharyaji Maharaj19 min read

Dear Beloved Ones, On the auspicious birthday of the great saint Baba Nanak Dev Ji, I extend my heartfelt blessings to all the devotees. He is the saint of saints, the guru of gurus, who has conveyed the beneficial path to us in simple language by gathering the essence of the four Vedas, eighteen Puranas, six Shastras, twenty-seven Smritis, and scriptures, along with the power of self-devotion. This body is made of the five elements,…

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Service Dharma

Book 2 Sudarshan Vachanamrit

Service Dharma

By Srimad Jagadguru Swami Shri Sudarshanacharyaji Maharaj40 min read

Dhyanamoolam Gurormoortih Poojamoolam Guroh Padam,Mantramoolam Gurorvaakyam Mokshamoolam Guroh Kripaa Jaako Raakhe Guruhani Kahaan Kari Sake Aur,Hari Roothe To Thaur Hai, Guru Roothe Nahin Thaur Yah Tan Vish Ki Beladi, Guru Amrit Ki Khaan,Sheesh Diye Jo Guru Mile, To Bhi Sasta Jaan The root of meditation is the Guru’s image; the root of worship is the Guru’s feet.,The root of mantra is the Guru’s word; the root of liberation is the Guru’s grace Whom the Guru…

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Good Consequences of Service

Nov07-Jan08 2007 Sri Sudarshan Sandesh

Good Consequences of Service

By Srimad Jagadguru Ramanujacharya Swami Sri Purushottamacharya Ji Maharaj7 min read

The consequence of service to mother, father, and Acharya or teacher is very significant and noteworthy. Service to these three bestows the fruit or consequence of going on pilgrimage or performing yagnas. One can never do anything in return for receiving the Grace of these three people; you are indebted to them all your life. The grace or blessings one receives from these three is known to be the actual nectar. Just as we go…

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Seva Dharma: The Spirit of Service

Feb07-Apr07 2007 Sri Sudarshan Sandesh

Seva Dharma: The Spirit of Service

By Dr. Shantanu Dutta Choudhury5 min read

With my humble obeisance at the lotus feet of my beloved Guruji, I would like to pen my thoughts on Seva Dharma as taught by Him and other saints and savants. In the past 20 years of my intense association with saints and devotees of different faiths and beliefs, and through reading a lot of spiritual literature, I have come to the conclusion that Guruji’s message and discourses are the simplest to follow and practice….

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