Divine Discourses Archive

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 When the light of the Lord is withdrawn from it, the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

Ask the Right Question

In a straight talk four decades back, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai emphasizes the need for authentic fervor, strict discipline, and one-pointed focus as key to gaining His grace. This is a twice‑blessed day, for it

It’s the Attitude, Not the Sun’s Course

The northward movement of the Sun starts on 14th January, and on this occasion Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba spoke about the importance of perpetual spiritual effort rather than waiting for the movements of the Sun.

Birthday Sparks

In this seminal discourse delivered 50 years back on His birthday, our dear Swami hands to us two keys to His heart: equanimity amidst life’s vicissitudes and total empathy with others’ joys and sorrows. 

Supreme Love

In this discourse, delivered three decades ago during Christmas, Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba offers His quintessential message—imbibe and practice selfless love toward all. The Lord is love, His form is love, All beings

The Faith and the Ideal

To place one foot forward, man needs an inner urge, a purpose, a prompting. His will is moved by his wish. Therefore, man must endeavor to wish for higher and holier goals. His mind

One Flame, a Billion Lights

Bhagavan Baba has emphasized that we must enlighten ourselves by destroying our lower tendencies and celebrate the Deepavali festival. This year it falls on October 26th. In various parts of India, there are different