Peace - Oneness with God - Inner Peace, Outer Peace Part 03

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Faith results in a peaceful outlook. As rose colored glasses turn

everything that color, inner peace sets own " world " at peace. When we

discern the divine basis for creation, we cease to be upset by

changing circumstances. faith in God and faith in oneself set one's

world at rest.

 

" So real santhi (peace) is to be had only in the depths of the

spirit, in the discipline of the mind, in faith in the one base of

all this seeming multiplicity. When that is secured, it is like

having gold; you can have any variety of ornaments made from it "

Baba

 

When we wear comfortable shoes, even the bumpiest roads seem smooth.

Although the track may be covered with small stones or glass, we can

walk without fear. Wherever we trave, on highway or trail, we are

assured of a smooth journey. Peace within protects us in the same

way. Inner peace reflects outwardly as peace in our own immediate

world. What we perceive in our surroundings is a reflection of our

state. If we realize the joy and beauty within ourselves, we also

perceive it in the realm around us. Peace is a clock which affords us

comfort even the coldest days.

 

" So, too, the man who is at peace with himself will discern peace all

around him. Nature is beauty, truth, peace. Man sees it ugly, false,

and violent thats all " Baba

 

Peace in the world depends on peace in each individual. No laws or treaties can

bring about peace without righteousness in individuals. Righteousness results

when individuals master their unreasonable desires. With proper understanding,

they leave the results of action to God and act in accordance with their

spiritual duty.

 

" If there is righteousness in the heart

There will be beauty in the character

If there is beauty in the character

There will be harmony in the home

When there is harmony in the home

There will be order in the nation

When there is order in the nation

There will be peace in the world " Baba

 

Righteousness in the heart results from the vision of Oneness. People of all

lands share the same divine status as embodiments of God. When all recognize

that the same God nature moves in each, they will respect one another. All are

waves on the ocean of God, not separate from each other or from God.

 

" Now all things have gone up in value; man alone has become cheap. He has become

cheaper than animals; he is slaughtered in millions without any qualm because of

the terrific growth in anger, hate and greed; he has forgotten his unity with

all men, all beings, and all world. The contemplation of that unity alone can

eatablish world peace, social peace, and peace in the individual " Baba

 

Continued.Peace-Oneness with God-How Do We Cultivate Peace? Part 04