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From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Web
Become a brave spiritual soldier. Kill your foe – the mind – ruthlessly. Wear the spiritual laurels of bliss, peace, equal vision and contentment. You are already shining with Brahmic splendor on your face.
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But this stage will not last long. Tamas and Rajas will try to enter the mental factory. In the beginning, the state of progress may be like tine jumping of a frog, never steady and continuous. You may think that you have almost reached the goal, and then experience for the following sixteen or twenty days nothing but frustration. Have sust
There is no difficulty for a man of iron will and strong determination even on this razor path. Inner strength will come at every step. Extreme asceticism and self-torture are not necessary for the attainment of knowledge of the Self.
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Be not afraid of public criticism. People are still abusing Lord Mahavira, Sri Shankara, Lord Krishna and Lord Rama. They will continue to do so from eternity to eternity. The world abounds with many Tamasic people. Therefore, stand adamant under all conditions and at all times.
From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine L
Try to identity yourself with the eternal, ever¬pure, immortal Atman that resides in the chambers of your heart. Think and feel always: "I am the ever¬pure, eternal, all-pervading Atman." This thought will remove all your troubles and fanciful thoughts. The mind will try to delude you. It will lurk like a thief. Therefore, star
"A man should uplift himself by his own self; so let him not weaken this self; for this self is the friend of oneself and is also the enemy of oneself." Thus says the Gita.
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Do not be troubled by difficulties, adversities and sorrows. They instill mercy in your heart. They help you to develop your will and power of endurance. They make you wise and help you in your evolution.
Be courageous. Never despair. Get strength from within. Move forward. F
Mula Prakriti is the slumbering state of tile uni¬verse. When the qualities of Rajas, Tamas and Sattwa are disturbed, Mula Prakriti is called by different names – Maya, Avidya, etc. Maya vanishes as soon as one gets knowledge
From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda, German Pages on Swami Sivananda
Buddha still lives in our hearts. Why? Because he was extremely kind, did immense service and was an embodiment of compassion.
You will get more strength, more joy, more satisfaction by doing kind acts. Your heart will be at rest when you are about to face death.
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What are the causes of disease?
There is only one real cause which combines every cause, and that is imbalance. Whether it is ecological or pertaining to our lifestyle, diet, mind, thinking pattern; the main thing is imbalance.
Physical imbalance is the cause of postural defects, stooping shoulders and other kinds of physiological ailments or diseases. Stomach problems come from dietary imbalance. Mental imbalance arises from conflict and emotional tension. For example, in a family where the husb
Love, compassion, purity, truth and non-injury are the stepping-stones to success on the path to God. Satsang, contentment, dispassion and patience are the different steps that lead to the por
First you love your parents, your brothers, sisters and relatives. Then you love your neighbors, your community and your country. Finally, you love the whole world. Thus, the small seed of love sown in the young mind of the child gradually develops and grows into pure universal love. Love is harmony. It prolongs life.
From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Si
Hope is indeed mighty. To one who has it, there is nothing unattainable. Relying on hope alone, you will attain success in all undertakings, and in your meditation and God-realization. Nil desperandum! Never despair.
From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963)
« Polygraph » is intended as a portrait of human relationships turning to the sour, hinting at the necessity of constant kindness and genuineness. The suite lasts about ten minutes and is composed of the following four sections : « Exposition, » « Confrontation, » « Deliberation, » and « Vindication. »
While the introductory movement describes a heated yet still somewhat civilized exchange, the second chapter, « Confrontation, » aims to depict the often difficult yet cathartic experience of havin
Inhibit all surging emotions and impulses. Direct your energies into the appropriate channel towards your chosen ideal. Develop self-control. Keep the instruments in harmony with one another. Master all your thoughts and cultivate serenity. Preserve your energy.
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If you are earning a hundred rupees per month, do not compare yourself with a man who is earning five hundred rupees. If you compare yourself with others there will be discontent. This will distract the mind and destroy its peace.
You should try to listen to the voice of the Sattwic mind. If a wrong action is done, the Sattwic mind will prick you. This is tile sign of knowing that the action is bad. If there is joy and elevation of mind, the action is a righteous one. That mind which tends towards luxury and evi
Learn to cleanse your mind with the waters of purity and tile soap of divine love. How can you expect to become pure internally by merely washing the body externally with soap and water? internal purity (purity of the heart), is more important
