Divine Discourses Archive

The True Triumph

In 1974 Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba talked to His college students on education. His definition applies to every one of us. He said that one is not educated by studying a number of

Significance of Vinayaka Worship

In His most unique loving and patient way, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba explains in this Divine discourse the inner significance of Ganesha Chaturthi [holy day to worshipping Ganesha], underscoring the need to cultivate

Radiate Rays of Love

In this discourse delivered on the Guru Poornima day that coincided with the opening of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Anantapur Campus, four decades back, Bhagawan Baba urges us to realize our

The Super Emperor

Suka (a foremost sage) was unattached to the world around him. He was aware of the immanent Brahman from the very moment of his birth, and he was steadily fixed in that awareness throughout

Refrain From Asking

Heaven is not on high, beyond your ken. It is very much here, in the world of men: Deny the ego, deep-hid in you; And, you are ‘there’ in Heaven on Earth. For liberation,

Japa and Sadhana

In a tutorial-like discourse, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba very lovingly teaches us the art and efficacy of cultivating the Divine name to see the unity of beings.  I am told that you are

To the Mothers

In this extract from a landmark discourse, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba issues a candid, endearing call to young mothers to embrace their responsibility as their children’s first spiritual preceptor. In the tender hearts

The Sandalwood Tree

In His inimitable style, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba teaches us about Sanathana dharma, the eternal way of life, and the goals of human existence. He asks us to regulate our life and do dedicated

You are all I

You must live in conformity with the ideals of our Organization. The seva [selfless service] to which this Organization invites you is the very first step in the growth of the spirit. Seva is

Your Divine Destiny

The universe is illumined through and through by, the splendor of the Lord. The universe shines forever in the glory of the Lord. When the light of the Lord is withdrawn from it, the

Follow the Intellect, not the Mind

O foolish man, why do you, like the musk deer, seek in the outer world that which lies within you?  Just as a flower is inherently fragrant, you are inherently divine and can find

Brahmanda Linga

In this epic discourse delivered nearly 50 years ago on the sacred Maha Shivaratri day, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba urges everyone to achieve the sole purpose of life—merging with the Divine. Promising His complete