Swami Ramakrishnananda mentioned an incident that happened shortly before Gopal-ma met Sri Ramakrishna: One day she was cooking as usual, but the fire would not burn, the wood was heavy with …
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Observing Scriptural Rules to Set an Example
On 28 July 1885, Sri Ramakrishna went to the home of Nanda Basu, a wealthy man of Calcutta, to see his collection of pictures of gods and goddesses. He was very much impressed. He said to Nanda: …
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If You Love a Person Tell The Harsh Truth
As a knower of Brahman, Vijnanananda could read others’ minds. The scripture says: “Tell the truth, but don’t tell a harsh truth. However, if you love a person tell the harsh truth.” Vijnanananda told …
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‘They Have Taken Refuge With Me’
One of the characteristics of a Divine Incarnation is that he gives shelter to those who take refuge in him. His all-encompassing love is not confined to human beings. Even animals find tender shelter …
Sri Ramakrishna is Omniscient
As days went by Ram saw more and more of Sri Ramakrishna’s extraordinary spiritual powers, and his skepticism was replaced by faith. One day on the way to Dakshineswar, Ram bought some jilipis, a …
Initiation from Family Guru
An easygoing life is the bane of spiritual aspirants. Ordeals, trials, and tribulations help them to grow. It is easy to navigate a ship in a calm sea, but he is the real captain who can save his …