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Divine Discourse on Vijaya Dasami, 09 Oct 2008

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ALL ARE ONE - BE ALIKE TO EVERYONE

 

Karma is responsible for the birth, existence, and death of people.

It holds sway over all stages of their lives as the very deity of

human existence. It is responsible for joy and sorrow.

(Telugu Poem)

 

People experience pleasure and pain, sorrow and difficulties in this

world. But when they experience pleasure, they say it is due to their

prapti (deservedness). On the other hand, when they undergo

difficulties, they attribute it to their destiny. Really speaking,

both pleasure and pain are the result of one's own actions (karma).

Yad bhavam tad bhavathi (as are the feelings, so is the result). As

are the karmas (actions), so will be the result. As is the food, so

will be the belch. Similarly, the entire world is based on karma.

Hence, the karmas performed by people shall be sacred.

 

It is now Dasara festival time. What is Dasara? The celebration of

Dasara is meant to purify the actions performed by the dasendriyas (5

senses of action plus 5 senses of perception). Every human being in

this world has to perform some kind of karma.

 

The presiding deity or the driving force behind these actions is

Devi, who is the personification of energy. She is the bestower of

all kinds of energy for humans to perform various kinds of karma. As

a result, Lakshmi bestows various kinds of wealth like money, food

grains, gold, different kinds of objects, and vehicles for movement

on humans so that they lead a happy life in this world. The third

aspect of the female divine principle is Saraswathi, the goddess of

education and intellect.

 

Thus, the Trinity of Durga (goddess of energy), Lakshmi (goddess of

all kinds of wealth), and Saraswathi (goddess of education and

intellect) are worshipped during this festival of Dasara. This is the

underlying meaning of worshipping this Trinity of Durga, Lakshmi, and

Saraswathi during this Navarathri (9 day) festival. It is essential

that man worship all these three facets of the Divine Principle.

 

Tridalam Trigunakaram

Trinetram Cha Triyayudham;

Trijanma Papa Samharam

Eka Bilvam Sivarpanam.

(One Bilva leaf with three petals is offered to three-eyed Lord Siva,

who is the embodiment of the three gunas (attributes), who holds the

trident in his hand, and who destroys the sins accumulated over three

births.)

 

Everyone performs Devi puja (worshipping goddess Devi) during the

Navarathri festival, which confers energy on the individual. The

worship of Lakshmi brings all kinds of wealth and that of Saraswathi,

education and good intellect. Hence, the worship of all three aspects

of goddess is very important during the Navarathri festival.

 

In all this worship, dharma (righteousness) is of utmost importance.

One should enquire into oneself what result would accrue on account

of a particular action and then get into action. This reasoning

faculty is in the domain of the intellect (buddhi), which is all-

pervading in the human body. Just as the electric current passes

through the wire, intellect enters and influences all senses of a

human being. Hence, every human being should make proper use of their

intellect and undertake only righteous actions at all times.

 

No doubt, one is bound by the result of one's own actions – good or

bad. And, no result is possible without performing an action. The

Pandavas experienced the result of their karmas. So did Sita in the

Ramayana. Hence, we should undertake good and sacred karmas

beneficial to society, thereby sanctifying our lives.

 

The left side of the chest of Lord Mahavishnu is the abode of Goddess

Lakshmi. Seated in that sacred abode, she showers her grace on one

and all. Lord Vishnu is also known as Narayana. Lord Narayana in this

context does not refer to Lakshminarayana, but to Sathyanarayana.

This Sathyanarayana moves among people, cuts jokes, talks to them,

and makes them happy.

 

Lakshminarayana reclined on Adisesha, the serpent. This

Sathyanarayana was also rocked under the bed by a serpent when he was

a just-born baby. Sathyanarayana looks like any other ordinary human

being, but He possesses extraordinary and superhuman powers. They are

indescribable. He looks very innocent. Yet, Sathya (Truth) is the

most important quality He looks for in the people. Wherever He goes,

He teaches only Truth (Sathya); for, from Truth emerges righteousness

(dharma). Sathyannasti paro dharma (There is no dharma greater than

adherence to Truth). In fact, Sathyanarayana is the Embodiment of

Truth and Righteousness (Sathya and Dharma)! It is for propagating

these two human values that Lord Sathyanarayana incarnated in human

form as Sathyanarayana Raju.

 

Sathyanarayana is a unique Avatar, though He appears to be an

ordinary human being. People often commit the mistake of thinking Him

to be an ordinary human, since He very closely interacts with them at

the human level. Whatever He speaks, it is Truth, Truth and nothing

but the Truth!

 

Truth is often times construed as giving expression to one's own

thoughts. It is not as simple as that; it is much more — putting them

into action. Truth is perfect accord between one's thoughts, words,

and deeds.

 

People do not observe My words properly. They take My words lightly,

thinking it to be just a joke or fun. Whatever I speak, even if it is

a joke or for fun, it is Truth, Truth, and Truth only! Unfortunately,

people do not recognise this truth; even those who move very closely

with Swami. They, therefore take it lightly. They just listen and

forget about it.

 

But, surely the result of their apathy would be apparent sooner than

later. Only those who are unable to visualise the future will be

taking my words lightly. Though Swami is moving in front of them,

giving them darshan, talking to them now and then and performing

several gigantic tasks right in front of their eyes, people are

unable to recognise His true nature and get convinced in His words.

How strange it is!

 

It is 83 years since this body was born. I have not forgotten a

single incident in this earthly sojourn. But people say Swami forgets

things. No; there is no truth at all in this statement. Forgetfulness

is not in My dictionary.

 

The principle of Sathya Sai is the principle of Soham Mantra, which

never comes under the veil of forgetfulness in the waking, dream, and

deep sleep states.

(Telugu Song)

 

It is human nature to misunderstand Truth, which is beyond the three

periods of time (past, present and future) and three states of human

life (jagrith, swapna, and sushupti). I am now revealing that truth.

I have never tried to reveal this so far. Since the time has come to

reveal it, I am doing so.

 

People have to realise this: Truth does not make any kind of

distinction. It has neither friends nor foes. It has no hatred or

dislike against anyone. All are the children of Sathyam (Truth)!

 

Hence, all are equal to Me. I do not make any distinction between

people. You may think that I am showing more attention on some people

or favouring some. You may also think that I am ignoring some people.

No! This is not true! You all know and you must have also seen Me. I

do not at all get angry against anybody, even though some talk ill of

Me. I will always be smiling. Even the apparent anger that I display

sometimes is just to correct an individual.

 

The students vouchsafe for this attitude of Mine. They wonder how

Swami is able to put up such a smiling countenance in the midst of

great criticism and how Swami could put up such great patience! For

Me, all are one! Even though individuals appear to be different in

form and qualities, there is only one divine force working through

them. That is Atma Sakthi (The Power of Atma). There is only one

Atmanarayana immanent in all human beings, nay, all living beings.

Every human being must try to realise this Atma Thathwa (Atmic

Principle).

 

Many bulbs illuminate this hall. However, the electric current

flowing in all the bulbs is only one. The bulbs may appear to be

different, but the current is the same. Similarly, even though the

names and forms of the living beings in God's creation appear to be

different, the Atmic consciousness permeating them is only one. All

these lights go off and darkness envelops if the main is switched

off. Thus, God illumines the entire universe as the Atma Thathwa

immanent in all the living beings and objects.

 

Even though God may appear to be involved in so many actions in this

world, it is only for the pleasure of His devotees. He has no desires

of His own! He has only one desire: Samasta lokah sukhino bhavantu

(May all the people of all the worlds be happy!).

 

Human beings, however, will be experiencing the results of their own

actions. It is not possible for all to be happy always in this

ephemeral world. One may experience happiness, while another may be

suffering at the same time. This is the nature of the world. Even

though the sorrows and difficulties, pleasure and pain bring

different experiences to different people, the Atma Thathwa present

in all the human beings is only one.

 

Electric bulbs may be of different colours and sizes, but the

electric current passing through them is the same. Only the wattage

of the bulbs is different. Depending upon the wattage, some bulbs may

be bright while others are dim. The brightness or dimness is due only

to the wattage of the bulbs and has nothing to do with the current.

Similarly, the sorrows and difficulties, pleasure and pain

experienced by different individuals are only of their own making,

and God has nothing to do with it.

 

Lord Sathyanarayana is also called Vishnu. He is Lord Vishnu, verily!

Lord Vishnu has incarnated as Sathyanarayana in this world. Hence,

Sathyanarayana is verily Lord Vishnu. This was explained in the

Vishnu Purana. You must understand His Thathwa (true nature) well.

 

I have not given any discourse during the last ten days. Why? People

attributed different reasons for this, according to their

imagination. But one thing is true. I am sitting before the

microphone today to reveal the truth. My love is supreme and pure. I

love those who love Me. I love even those who develop hatred toward

Me. I also extend My love to those who are demonic and who try to put

Me to great inconvenience. There is no one in this world whom I do

not love.

 

Unfortunately, people do not realise this truth. People think, " Swami

is not talking to us; perhaps Swami is angry with us. " Let Me assure

you that I have no anger at all! I have only one

thing: `hunger', `hunger' for devotees! It is only due to this hunger

that I am drawing devotees in large numbers to Me.

 

Be assured that God is the Embodiment of Love. He has no hatred

toward anybody. It is to teach this principle of love that the

Navarathri celebrations have been started. Different people worship

God and sing His glory in different ways. I have no interest in them.

I have no differences at all! I wish that all should live as

Embodiments of Love and like brothers and sisters. " People are more

valuable than all the wealth of the world. "

 

All are God's children. God is their only father. Hence, we must love

all. Others may not love us, but we must love all and serve all!

People keep distance from us as long as they do not understand the

power of love. Once they understand and experience love, they become

one with us. I will be waiting for such a transformation in the

hearts of people.

 

Thousands of people have heard My discourses over a period of time.

Thousands and lakhs of people witnessed My divine powers on various

occasions. In spite of all that, people are unable to understand the

true nature of My Divinity.

 

People talk of so many things according to their perceptions and

understanding. It is not their fault. Very few people can realise

Truth and conduct themselves accordingly. Only those who realise the

path of Truth will be able to follow it. When people develop anger or

hatred against Truth, they keep themselves away from it. Regardless

of their love or hatred, we should always love them.

 

People keep distance among one another due to differences of opinion.

In fact, you are not different from others. Today they may appear to

be different, but tomorrow they may come close to you. All are

brothers and sisters! Hence, all should live like brothers and

sisters with love and unity. " All are one; be alike to everyone. "

This is My special Message on this holy occasion of Navarathri.

 

You will be able to realise Truth sooner or later. When a tree bears

fruit, not all the fruits in a bunch will be ripened at the same

time. Similarly, when a plant bears flowers, not all the flowers

blossom at the same time. Some are in the process of blossoming, some

are fully blossomed, yet others will be in the bud stage only.

 

Only the fully blossomed flower spreads its fragrance. Similarly,

people will also be in different stages of evolution — some are like

the bud; some are at a blossoming stage; and some others are like the

fully blossomed flower, spreading their fragrance. We have to wait

patiently till the fragrance stage comes. This is My important

message.

 

Today is the Poornahuthi day of the Veda Purusha Sapthaha Jnana

Yajnam. What is meant by Poornahuthi? It means total sacrifice. My

life has always been one of sacrifice!

 

Poornamada Poornamidam,

Poornat Poornamudachyate,

Poornasya & #8194;Poornamadaya, Poornamevavashishyate.

(That is full, this is full. When the full is taken out of the full,

what remains again is the full.)

(Sanskrit Sloka)

 

Those who understand the Truth will be able to know. Students are

still in the budding stage. It will take some time for them to

understand the true spirit of Swami's words. Hence, you keep patience

till then.

 

One more thing I wish to mention in this context. I see several boys

keeping cell phones in their pockets. They think that they are

keeping cell phones for their convenience and easy communication.

They do not realise the ill effects of these instruments. Cell phones

are often misused for undesirable purposes, like establishing

contacts between boys and girls. They develop bad thoughts and bad

connections between them. In order that bad thoughts do not enter our

mind, avoid such connections altogether.

 

It is said, Manah eva manushyanam karanam bandhamokshayo (mind is the

cause of bondage and liberation of man).

 

It is common practice to give your telephone numbers to all and

sundry. What happens thereafter? Bad contacts develop. All

unnecessary calls are made to verify whether we respond to them or

not. Thus, boys and girls develop unnecessary contacts and establish

undesirable relationships between them. Hence, I would strongly

advise you not to make use of cell phones. It may be convenient in

the beginning, but gradually it will lead to bad ways.

 

I will be approaching 83 years of age shortly. I have not made use of

a telephone till now. Several people want to make calls to Me

expressing their sorrow and seeking solace. Come what may; I do not

use the phone.

 

Hence, I have a right to guide you and warn you. You must be very

careful. You are still in the budding stage. You must conduct

yourself carefully, keeping your age in mind. If you do not take

proper care of yourself, even the world will look down upon you. You

will be branded as a careless youngster. Respect and disrespect in

the world will depend upon the way you conduct yourself.

 

You may be thinking that your conduct is alright, but it is for

others to judge. Always conduct yourself in such a way that you do

not give scope for any misunderstanding by others.

 

The elders may exercise discretion and try to understand you in

proper spirit, but children of your age cannot do so. Once

misunderstanding sets in, you will miss the finer things in life and

become doomed. Hence, I wish that you all be very careful in your

contacts and relations with others.

 

If possible, dump your cell phones in a well. You will be happy and

peaceful. Better you don't acquire them at all! Even if you acquire

one, establish contact and connection with only those with whom it is

desirable. Do not develop unnecessary and undesirable contacts with

others. By developing such contacts, you gather news from all and

sundry and pass it on to others. Ultimately, you will end up as

Narada, poking your nose in all sorts of things. You will not only

spoil your mind with unwanted things but spoil the minds of others

too!

 

Why all this unpleasantness? Is it not because of your unwanted and

undesirable telephonic contacts? Hence, be careful and earn a good

name for yourself, your parents, and the institution in which you are

studying.

 

Bhagavan concluded His discourse with the bhajan, " Hari Bhajan Bina

Sukha Santhi Nahi… "

 

 

source: sssbpt.org

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