Guest guest Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 --- On Tue, 22/12/09, Swami Sadasivananda <sadasivananda wrote: Wisdom of Lahiri Mahasaya Spiritual success and material success are both humanly possible-material success by hard work, and spiritual success through acquiring wisdom.Self-realization does not occur through fasting, ritual or dipping in holy rivers. Control of body and mind, taking sattvic (pure) food and cultivating sattvic thoughts is conducive to God-realization.Withdrawing the mind from worldly matters, if one turns it inwards he will rediscover the hidden treasure inside.Constantly observe yourself!
As a rich harvest is reaped by regular cultivation, Godhood is attained by regular and constant practice of meditation. The very touch of the Guru can elevate a sincere disciple to an advanced stage but only his unceasing practice combined with love, faith and devotion will lead him to God realization.
When a piece of charcoal is set on fire the dirt is removed.When the sun shines, the wind blows or the rain comes down, they do not discriminate. They are equal to all.God is very subtle beyond the perception of senses and beyond description. He is omnipresent with no beginning and end. He is manifested by His own deeds and can be conceived only by consciousness.-- Spiritual Teachings of the Masters from the East and West web site: http://www.spiritual-teaching.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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