Thought for the day as written at Prasanthi Nilayam - Aug. 31, 2005

[Guest guest]

What is spirituality? It is the resolute pursuit of cosmic

consciousness. Spirituality aims at enabling man to manifest, in all

its fullness, the cosmic consciousness that is present within and

outside him. It means getting rid of the animal nature in man and

developing the divine tendencies in him. It means breaking down the

barriers between God and Nature, and establishing their essential

oneness. Goodness is a synonym for God. To realize such a state of

divine consciousness, devotion is essential. Devotion aims at

awakening consciousness of the Ishwara (Divine) in man. All activity

aimed at turning the mind towards God is a form of devotion. To

envisage and experience the Divine Sath-Chith-Ananda (Being-awareness-

bliss) within oneself is the true mark of devotion.

 

-SAI BABA