Sai Baba Gita Reading for Today - Restraining the Tongue in both Food and Speech

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VII. Restraining the Tongue in both Food and Speech

One of the most important disciplines necessary for coming into union with God

is control of the tongue. This must be exercised both in the area of food and

in the area of speech. Without control of the tongue it is impossible to follow

the path of devotion and become one with God.

 

Embodiments of Love,

Together with most animals and birds, human beings have five sense organs. These

sense organs must be used extremely carefully, always being aware of their

capabilities and limitations. You must exercise the same control over them as

you do in controlling some of the powerful energies and tools that are used in

daily life. For example, fire when used with care and intelligence can serve

you in many useful ways. But when it is out of control it can be very harmful.

Or take a knife or electricity; if you know the proper way to use them, they

will be beneficial. Otherwise they can be quite dangerous. It all depends on

the care you take and how well you use your intelligence. The spiritual

teachings have laid great emphasis on knowing the proper use of the sense

organs and applying that understanding to your day-to-day life.

Sri Sathya Sai Baba

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