Guest guest Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 January 14 Sometimes students say to me: " Such-and-such person is making better spiritual progress than I am. Why? " I reply: " He knows how to listen. " All men would be able to transform their lives by hearing with deep attention the simple counsel given in the ethical code of all religions. It is the stony core of egotism in the hearts of most men that prevents their listening carefully to the wisdom of the ages. Sri Sri PY, YM January 15 Obedience to the guru is necessary for attunement with his wisdom. It is not slavery to follow the wish of a God-realised guru, because his wish gives independence and freedom. A true guru is the servant of God, carrying out His plan for your liberation. Realise this, and you will always obey, until you find perfect freedom in Spirit. Sri Sri PY, YM January 16 Without God-realisation you have little freedom. Your life is ruled by impulse, whims, moods, habits, and environment. By following the advice of a true guru, and by accepting his discipline, you will gradually emerge from sense slavery. Sri Sri PY, SPY January 17 It is easy for me to plant the seed of love for the Divine in those who are in tune with me. Those who obey my wishes are in reality not obeying me but the Father in me. God doesn't talk to man direct, but uses the channel of the guru and his teachings. Sri Sri PY, YM Contd... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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