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- tirthankar - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2025 from Dada BhagwanParam Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “Bhaav shakti (the energy of intent) is a tremendous energy.” It can make one ‘the all-powerful’ in the world. However, not everyone manages to have such superlative bhaav shakti. “A few rare people can rise to the top and demonstrate such incredible power, like ...
Views: 190 - If I chant Navkars, will it shed my bad karma? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2025 from Dada BhagwanIf we understand the Navkar mantra correctly and chant it without any bias or partiality, then our bad karmas will certainly shed and conflicts in our household will diminish. We will be able to overcome the obstacles and difficulties that come in our lives with greater forbearance. I ...
Views: 184 - Wisdom of Jacques Derrida - by Submitted on May 05, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloJacques Derrida (July 15th,1930 – October 9th, 2004) was a French Algerian philosopher and author of over 40 books and hundreds of essays. He significantly influenced philosophy, sociolinguistics, music, literature, architecture, applied linguistics, political theory, law, psychoanalysis, ...
Views: 181 - How to overcome attachment and fear of losing loved ones on a spiritual journey? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2025 from Dada BhagwanThe good news is that you don't have to leave or lose your loved ones when you embark on a spiritual journey, hence do not fear! The spiritual path of Akram Vignan, a step-less path to Self-Realization, is a path where we learn how to live a wholesome worldly life without attachment or fear ...
Views: 180 - A Change of Consciousness Is Required for a Change in Human Society - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2025 from santosh krinskyWhen we look back at the history of human civilization, we can see that many ideas have been attempted to try to develop a fair, balanced and prosperous society. Thinkers, philosophers, political scientists and economists have all weighed in with their dreams and considerations about how to ...
Views: 173 - Pujyashree Deepakbhai - The Hidden Jewel - by Submitted on May 08, 2025 from Dada BhagwanPre-Gnan: The Hidden Jewel Pujya Deepakbhai Desai was born on May 9 1953 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. One day his elder brother told him about a Gnani Purush Ambalal Muljibhai Patel (fondly known as Param Pujya 'Dadashri' or Param Pujya 'Dada Bhagwan'), whose knowledge of Akram Vignan ...
Views: 172 - What is Business Ethics? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2025 from Dada BhagwanQuestioner: What should one do to make progress towards the Soul? Dadashri: One should maintain an exclusive foundation of honesty. This faith is such that when one finds himself in a difficult situation, the inner energy and power (of the Soul) will be expressed. When he is not in a bind, ...
Views: 165 - What is the importance of Living Guru? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2025 from Dada BhagwanQuestioner: If we surrender to the great souls that lived thousands of years ago, can that be considered surrender? Can we make any progress through such surrender or do we need to surrender to a living great man? Dadashri: You can progress even through Paroksha (indirectly- one not currently ...
Views: 163 - Krishna in Gita 15-7 and 15-15 says all beings are His parts and He dwells in every heart reminding us to face today’s crisis with unity and compassion. - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2025 from Dada BhagwanCrises of religious identities have always existed in the world to a lesser or greater extent Considering the varying level of spiritual development in different human beings, the reason behind the wide range of religious identities is perfectly understandable. They provide the necessary ...
Views: 160 - Wise words from Haruki Murakami - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloHaruki Murakami 村上 春樹 (January 12th, 1949) is a Japanese international best-selling author who has sold millions of copies. He’s received many awards for his work, including the Gunzo Prize for New Writers, the World Fantasy Award, the Tanizaki Prize, Yomiuri Prize for Literature, the Frank ...
Views: 160 - Wise words from Seneca The Younger - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSeneca The Younger (c. 4 BC – AD 65), was a Roman philosopher, statesman, and dramatist, known for his influential writings and tragedies. His works offer profound reflections on ethics, resilience, and the art of living well. As a tutor to Emperor Nero, Seneca navigated the complexities of ...
Views: 160 - Does "putting it out into the universe" mean I have to tell everyone my wishes and desires? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2025 from Dada BhagwanYes, if you want to manifest something, it is put out there into the Universe. That’s right. But it does not mean you are required to tell everyone your wishes and desires to make that happen. The Enlightened One explains how this science works… If someone insults you, what will happen? We ...
Views: 155 - How can I rise above material desires in a world so focused on possessions? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2025 from Dada BhagwanLet’s try to understand this through an example... Say, you love the taste of tea. But what if you are given tea after you eat a sweet? Would you have the desire to have tea? No, because you would find the tea quite bland then, isn’t it? Similarly, the taste of the bliss of the Soul is ...
Views: 155 - In what ways can developing self-awareness through spirituality help manage stress? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2025 from Dada BhagwanStress generally is an outcome of the worry and fear we experience when we have to do something So let’s understand, spiritually speaking, how is worry generated?... The Enlightened One explains: When ignorance (of really who am I and who is the doer in this world) is there, due to ...
Views: 155 - What is inner strength? Do we all have it? How does it influence bravery or fear? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2025 from Dada BhagwanInner strength is the ability to withstand and overcome challenges, adversity, and difficult circumstances without relying on external support or self-validation. It is characterised by the right understanding, self-awareness, maintaining equanimity, bravery, patience, and a positive attitude in ...
Views: 155 - True happiness means…? - by Submitted on May 20, 2025 from Dada BhagwanEvery living being is constantly hunting for happiness in this world, which has prevailed since infinite time and will continue to prevail for infinite time. The ant finds happiness in a piece of sugar, and moths feel happy in the candle's light. A hungry animal is happy to get food. And human ...
Views: 153 - How can I balance material responsibilities with spiritual goals? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2025 from Dada BhagwanThe spiritual science of Akram Vignan helps us find the balance between taking care of our material responsibilities and pursuing our spiritual goals, very easily, as this spiritual science works alongside our material obligations. In Akram Vignan, the fundamental change starts internally ...
Views: 133 - Who is a True Guru? How to choose a Spiritual Guru? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2025 from Dada BhagwanGrave danger in uprooting a Guru Do not accept a known guru as guru, and if you do, then do not turn your back on him. Use a pot if you do not like him. The pot will not have any problems. Worship it because your buddhi (intellect) will not be active there and your work will get done. Now who ...
Views: 130 - Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5, 1813 – November 11, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and writer, widely regarded as the father of existentialism. His works, including Fear and Trembling, Either/Or, The Sickness Unto Death, and Works of Love, explore themes of individuality, faith, despair, ...
Views: 112 - Is using spirituality to escape life’s struggles wrong, or can it be a healthy starting point? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2025 from Dada BhagwanThe Enlightened One says, “If worldly unhappiness or suffering is not there, we would never search for permanent happiness. Therefore, it is very helpful to us. Permanent happiness is not through body; it is independent of body. When there is suffering, we search for safe-side, ‘Where is my ...
Views: 109 - Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5, 1813 – November 11, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and writer, widely regarded as the father of existentialism. His works, including Fear and Trembling, Either/Or, The Sickness Unto Death, and Works of Love, explore themes of individuality, faith, despair, ...
Views: 109 - How common is self-love, what happens without it, and how does it relate to self-esteem? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2025 from Dada BhagwanSelf-love is very essential in boosting our self-esteem. A person having self-love is contented with his own presence, whereas a person who does not have self-love always wanders to get love from other people or things. He is always restless. He never feels satisfied even after receiving love ...
Views: 104 - Are there different levels of T, and how does one progress toward complete awareness? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2025 from Dada BhagwanMany different ways to attain enlightenment of the Soul have been described in the scriptures, all of which require time and effort. However, through Akram Vignan, we can attain enlightenment within 48 minutes only as it happens directly with the grace of Gnani (the Enlightened One), without any ...
Views: 97 - Wisdom of Italo Calvino - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloItalo Calvino (October 15, 1923 – September 19, 1985) was an Italian novelist, short-story writer, and essayist whose imaginative and intellectually playful works reshaped modern literature. His masterpieces include Invisible Cities, If on a winter’s night a traveler, The Baron in the Trees, and ...
Views: 95 - Why negative thinking comes in mind? Why can’t we remain positive always? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2025 from Dada BhagwanToday’s life has become so hectic and fast that everywhere you go or see, people are suffering from work overload, stress, worries and anxiety. Most of the people experience mental unrest. If there is a slight peace of mind, little calmness; then a person can think straight. But in this turmoil, ...
Views: 89 - Wisdom of Italo Calvino - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloItalo Calvino (October 15, 1923 – September 19, 1985) was an Italian novelist, short-story writer, and essayist whose imaginative and intellectually playful works reshaped modern literature. His masterpieces include Invisible Cities, If on a winter’s night a traveler, The Baron in the Trees, and ...
Views: 88 - The Right Attitude Turns Difficulties Into Opportunities for the Spiritual Aspirant - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2025 from santosh krinskyParticularly (but not exclusively) in the beginning of the spiritual sadhana, the seeker has to find a way to navigate through the countless obstacles, resistances and difficulties that arise as he tries to transition from a focus on the external responses of the ego-personality and the embedded ...
Views: 86 - Wise words from Salvador Dalí - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSalvador Dalí (May 11, 1904 – January 23, 1989) was a Spanish surrealist artist renowned for his technical brilliance, flamboyant personality, and dreamlike, often shocking imagery. His most famous works include The Persistence of Memory, Christ of Saint John of the Cross, and The Temptation of ...
Views: 82 - FBI Evidence: Attempted Murder By Trying To Inject/Attack Me With A Lethal Deadly Virus - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2025 from Monica Mi'Chelle Burns EVEMy open FBI case is unique and different from most. In order to gather My evidence, I AM able to go into the "Spirit Realm" to actually SEA what and who is doing what. My Divine family warned Me that the same individuals who attack Me on a daily basis, along with some others, were trying to do ...
Views: 74 - Wisdom of Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2026 from Scott & Stephen PetulloFrancis Scott Key Fitzgerald (September 24th, 1896 – December 21st, 1940), known as F. Scott Fitzgerald or Scott Fitzgerald, was an American novelist. He is most known for his novels about the excess of the Jazz Age. When Fitzgerald died, he and the critics who knew his work thought it was ...
Views: 62 - Is it right for me to dedicate my life to Bhakti Yoga without fearing a loss of normal joy? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2026 from Dada BhagwanIf your interest in Bhakti Yoga is genuine, developing disinterest in normal joyful life is not an unfavourable consequence for you. On the contrary, that disinterest will help you attain your end goal for which you are planning to enroll on the path of Bhakti yoga, faster. The mind becomes ...
Views: 53 - Does the Law of Attraction mean I should stop working toward my goals and just wait for them to happen? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2026 from Dada BhagwanThe law of attraction is not a miracle; it is a natural science! Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “This world is nothing but the result of scientific circumstantial evidence. Whatever one can see through the five senses is a result; it is all vyavasthit (in order).” For any event that ...
Views: 50 - Wise words from Truman Capote - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2026 from Scott & Stephen PetulloTruman Capote (September 30th, 1924 – August 25th, 1984) was an American novelist, screenwriter, playwright, and actor. Several of his novels and plays are literary classics. He was planning to become a writer at eight years old and began his professional career writing short stories. The ...
Views: 29 - How can we encourage ourselves and others to live in harmony and foster unity despite individual differences? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2026 from Dada BhagwanThe best way to encourage yourself and other people to live a better harmonious life, that is both mentally and physically fulfilling for everybody, is by living life positively. Here are a few suggestions on where to start: To not hurt any living being The most important thing required ...
Views: 24 - Wisdom of Leonard Bernstein - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2026 from Scott & Stephen PetulloLeonard Bernstein (August 25, 1918 – October 14, 1990) was an American conductor, composer, pianist, music educator, and author. One of the most influential figures in 20th-century classical music, he served as music director of the New York Philharmonic from 1958 to 1969, composed the score for ...
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