Message of the week - Satcharita For Ethical Conduct & Spiritual Progress

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Om Sai Ram!

 

 

FROM SHRI C.B. SATPATHY'S MESSAGE

……“An in-depth analysis of the Path shown by Baba leads to certain obvious pointers essentially required for spiritual evolution of human beings. Baba, during His interaction with a very large number of devotees of different religions and paths had repeatedly brought out certain common emotional, psychological and physical parameters to be followed by the devotees. Although specific instructions were given directly or indirectly to most of the devotees to solve their immediate or mundane problems, yet the general parameters for ethical living and spiritual evolution were more profound and long term. After Baba left His human form, those who followed the parameters and advice for the rest of their lives benefited immensely. Others, who deviated, in the absence of interaction with a Sadguru with a human body, did not evolve much. This is the conclusion one is bound to draw when lives of the prominent devotees of Baba are examined as a whole.

These general parameters for a contented and evolved life have been brought to the fore extensively in Shri Sai Satcharitra when it narrates real-life happenings at Shirdi, anecdotes and interpretations. Most of the other books written on Baba have also tried to bring out these parameters in different ways. Thus for a good disciple the examples from the life of Baba and his percepts, as codified in Shri Sai Satcharitra and other published materials should work as the best reference points of guidance for their ethical conduct and spiritual progress. This is why I always prescribe reading of Shri Sai Satcharitra in particular and other related materials to the devotees and others following any path or religion. Whenever in doubt about his thoughts and actions a devotee should try to relate with the information on similar situations provided in Shri Sai Satcharitra. He should always judge to find out as to how far he is able to progress with reference to these parameters as the permanent principles of an ethical existence.

Baba has spoken about these greatest principles in the simplest way, when exemplifying these principles through his own conduct as well. For example let us take the case of a man who spoke ill of another devotee to Baba. Baba told him that pigs will only eat dirt even when given the best of food. The meaning of this sentence is too obvious to be explained. Or when, while giving two rupees to a person who had helped Baba with a step ladder in going up and coming down the home of Radhakrishnamayi, announced that one must pay for the labour of another. In fact the entire gamut of all his advice reiterates the principles of ethical conduct reflected in Shrimad Bhagavata Gita.

The problem with some of the devotees is that they read Shri Sai Satcharitra more intensely for its miracle stories rather than for understanding the applied principles of an ethical living. Further while carrying on their mundane deeds or misdeeds they often forget Baba’s advice at that moment. Therefore, they are prone to ask the same questions on various issues again and again over the years when ever in trouble. What Baba wanted the followers to do is more to practice these principles than to read. As Baba’s intentions reveal, the question is not as to how many times one has failed while trying but as to whether he is determined and remembers these principles while doing any act, good or bad. Each devotee needs to ask this question to himself and find the answer. Shri Sai Satcharitra can only guide them.”…….Source: Heritage of Shirdi Sai Newsletter. www.heritageofshirdisai.org

Abhishek and Alankar Puja - Sunday November 18th

 

Join with your family and friends..coming Sunday, November 18th 2007 at 10:30am at 7 Seaforth Pl. Unionville, L3R 0A4 for directions call Laxmi or Neil Ohm 905-470-0304 or 416-294-4804

Program Highlite:

Abhishek - Archana - Naivedaya offerings - Abhang - Bhajan - Parayan - Madhayaan Aarti.

 

Devotees interested to offer their home for future Satsangs can invite Baba by sending email to saileela99

 

Considering it Baba’s Decision, the submission of the request will be honoured on first come first serve basis. To reserve your convenient date, please send an email at saileela99

 

THE RESOURCE CENTRE

Shirdi Sai Baba Sansthan, Canada is pleased to announce the establishment of it's first Resource Centre in Woodbridge, Toronto. All visits are by appointment only. Shri Sai Satcharita is available in all languages. The Resource Centre is open Monday to Friday between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Location: Maple Crest Private School - 28 Roytech Rd. Woodbridge, On L4L 8E4 Ph: 905 - 652-6666. For other Details call 416-294-4804 or visit http://www.shirdisainath.org/

SHIRDI SAI PARIVAR VANCOUVER

Shirdi Sai parivar in Vancouver holds Satsang on Thursday (6.30-7.30pm)and Sai abhishek and aarti first Sunday of every month at 8571, 118A St, Delta, V4C 6L2. For further details contact (604) 592 4182 or email, say.sai.sai.

SHIRDI SAI PARIVAR EDMONTON

Shri Shirdi Sai Baba Ji’s Bhajan Sandhya

 

DATE & TIME:

 

November 18, 2007 (Sunday), 7:00 p.m. to 8:00p.m.VENUE:

 

Brookview Community Hall

5320, 143 st

Edmonton

 

HOW TO REACH:

 

If you are driving on Whitemud drive west, after crossing snow valley, you will get 53rd avenue intersection. Take the exit on 53rd avenue to east (Right hand side). Take left turn (North) from first 4-way stop sign. Just within one block, on your left hand side (before the Edmonton public school building), there is a parking lot and on the southwest corner of this parking lot, this facility is located.

 

If you are driving on Whitemud drive east, take the exit on 53rd avenue (east). After crossing traffic signal, take left turn on first 4-way stop sign and this facility is on your right hand side within a block.

 

You can check the location on the following link under Edmonton map with the above address:

 

http://www.mapquest.com/maps

 

AGENDA:

 

v Ganesha Mantra and Sri Sai Lalkar

v Sri Shirdi Sai Baba Archana 108 Namavali

v Sri Shirdi Sai Bhajan

v Reading of Sri Sai Sachhitra’s Chapter

v Sri Shirdi Sai Bhajan

v Sri Shirdi Saibaba Ji’s 11 Vachan

v Naivedya (Bhog/Prasad)

v Aarti

v Distribution of Prasad

 

REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS:

We invite volunteers who would like to participate in the bhajans, prepare prasad, and decorate the hall. Please contact us 463-0002 or 953-8197 (Prabhat/Purvi) or email at shrishirdisaibabaedmonton or satgurugroc.

 

Please forward this information to other Sai parivaar who might be interested in attending this event.

 

Please RSVP before November 10, 2007 for Bhajans/Prasad either through email or by phone 463-0002/953-8197 (this will help us in the planning process).

 

 

The EVENTS section of the website will be updated regularly, pls continue to visit or call 416-294-4804 for more information.

 

Baba Bless You Ever!

SHRI SHIRDI SAI BABA SANSTHAN, CANADA

www.shirdisainath.org