Devotion

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" It is the true devotion that brings God-vision to us. No one can reach Him

through mere intellect; nor even by the practices of Yoga or different kinds

of hardships. This is the word of the Lord. He is to be attained by true and

pure love, unselfish and one-pointed love. God is free. He is not bound by

any law. Still He says, " I remain bound to my devotees. " As a great Saviour

declared, " God is love and love is God. " But it is very hard to realize. One

can realize and feel this only with a sincere and pure heart. As long as we

have the least selfish desire, so long we cannot expect to have this. It is

holy and Divine.

 

When this kind of love awakens, one becomes free from worldly ties. But we

must not give up hope because it is hard. However hard it may be from the

standpoint of the world, still it must be realized. Without it the heart is

but a barren ground. This is our life and this is the only reality in this

world. And it is not at all hard for a sincere and true devotee, because his

heart is made of love and naturally flows towards the Lord.

 

" Have intense faith in Him, then you will be free from all anxieties. He will

bless you and protect you from all evils. Always keep your eyes fixed on Him

and pray with childlike simplicity. Do not mind anything. Never be

discouraged or disheartened, but live always cheerfully. Then through the

blessings of the Lord you will rest in peace and bliss. "

 

" The Path of Devotion "

- Swami Paramananda

 

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