Sai Baba Gita - Control of the Tongue, the first step in Sense-Control

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Control of the Tongue, the first step in Sense-Control

Spiritual practice begins with control of the tongue. The reason for this is

that the tongue has two functions. The eyes have only the one function, that of

seeing. Similarly, the ears have only the one function, that of hearing. And the

nose has only the one function, that of smelling. But the tongue has two

functions; it can speak and it can taste. Therefore you must make a special

effort to control it. You have no right to criticize others. You have no right

to think badly about others. It is far better for you to think of your own

shortcomings. See the good in others and remove the unreal in yourself. If you

have not even developed the power to inquire into your own true self, then how

can you assume the power to look into others? First get fulfillment in your own

life. It is only after you have saved yourself that you can become an instrument

to save others. Therefore, you should not use harmful words or give

condescending looks or think impure thoughts towards any other

person. Spend your time only in good thoughts, in good listening and in good talk.

In order to exercise self control you have to do some spiritual exercises.

Constant practice and detachment are essential for gaining control over your

senses. If you understand that all things are impermanent, you will be able to

gain control over your senses and develop detachment. Your true nature is

nobility. You are not base and ignoble. Enter into good paths and develop your

own innate sacredness. Only when you have the light of wisdom shining

inextinguishably within you, will you be able to help others through your good

thoughts, good sight and good counsel. Those who do so are veritably gods.

Those who display the opposite traits are demons. Demons seek only darkness.

But you must resolve to give up darkness and fill yourself with light. If you

choose the path of light, then whatever has been your past, the Lord will

accept you and shower his grace upon you.

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