Monthly Archive: November 1999

Birthday Message

The following quotations reflect the ways in which we as spiritual aspirants can apply Sai Baba’s teachings in our life. “You will experience the fruits of celebrating the birthday only when you follow the

Approaching Divinity

The following article is based on two talks given by Mr. K.S.S. Raghavan, one in New Jersey, the other at the Manhattan Center in September, 1999. Mr. Raghavan lives in Prasanthi Nilayam and is

Nine-Point Code of Conduct

The nine-point code of conduct can be viewed as a spiritual journey. We begin with meditation and prayer which develops the inner view. We then expand our spiritual orbit by sharing devotional singing with

Oh! Lord

TO SEE TRUTH TO WALK ON RIGHT PATH TO LOVE ALL TO KEEP CALM AT ALL TIMES TO SHARE TILL IT PINCHES TO SURRENDER TO YOUR WILL ~Chandrahas S. Shah Brookline Center, Massachusetts, USA

Who Am I?

In 1896, Ramana Maharishi (then called Venkataraman), who was just sixteen years old, felt motivated by an inner urge to leave everything and go to Arunachala, a holy mountain in Southern India. Upon arrival

Diwali—the Festival of Lights

Deepavali will be celebrated this year on November 6, 1999. The human being is a composite of man and beast and God, and in the inevitable struggle among the three for ascendance, you must

SAI is everything to ME

SAI is everything to ME HE is my world and all the eyes can see I think, “SAI, what will I ever be?” HE says, “What I have written in YOUR destiny.” I pray,

The Path to Self-Confidence

Self-confidence is essential in order for one to achieve all of life’s goals, particularly the ultimate goal of oneness with the Absolute. Humility—which builds patience, and tolerance—helps develop a balanced, positive, and healthy sense

Innate Nature & Desire

What is the innate nature of man and what is his deepest desire? Here is what Swami says. “It is part of human nature that man desires to reach the presence of the Almighty,

Swami, Who Am I?

What is the innate nature of man and what is his deepest desire? Here is what Swami says. “It is part of human nature that man desires to reach the presence of the Almighty,