Guest guest Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 Swami wonderfully says ‘‘Only he who succeeds in withstanding the three zeroes will attain me.’’ 1.The first zero appears when ‘‘No mother, no father, no brother, no sister.’’ He says, ‘‘Mata Naasti, Pita Naasti, Naasti Bandhu Sahodarah.’’ The devotee should readily yield to such expurgation and yet look to the Lord. 2. Not being satisfied at this show of devotion, The Lord brings him face to face with second zero, namely the deprivation of the basic necessities of life, food, clothing and shelter. Rendered thus homeless and hungry, he should still cling to His lotus feet and call out for Him. 3. The Lord still feels that His devotee has to undergo the third zero—The reputation of the devotee and his character is questioned by the world. Thus, the devotee is now robbed of his most cherished possession, namely his reputation. Yet in spite of all this, if he still manages to have his unswerving steadfast faith to God, and cries out for Him. Swami says ‘‘I shall bless him with the greatest of all gifts —— Myself.’’ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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