Guest guest Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 Eight types of flowers can be offered to God ; 1. Ahimsa (Non-violence) 2. Indhriya Nigraha (Control of senses) 3. Sarvabhootha Dhaya (Compassion towards all beings) 4. Sathyam (Truth) 5. Dhyaanam (Meditation) 6. Shaanthi (Peace) 7. Vinaya (Humility) 8. Bhakthi (Devotion).In the Bhagavathgeetha, Krishna has referred to "Pathram, Phalam, Pushpam, Thoyam" (that is, leaf, fruit, flower or water) that can be offered to God. I am pleased with any of these provided it is offered with sincere devotion. What is 'pathram'? It is not the ' leaf' that you see around you. The inner meaning is that your body itself is the leaf. Flower is not the one in the plants but it is the flower of your heart, "Hridhaya Pushpam". 'Phalam' is not the ordinary fruit but 'Manophalam' (the fruit of your mind). 'Thoyam' means water butwhat is referred to here is not the water from the river or tap. It refers to the tears of joy welling up within you from a sincere and prayerful heart.- From Bhagawan's Discourse in Chennai on 19th January 1983. Om Sai Ram Add more friends to your messenger and enjoy! Invite them now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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