WHEN a man attains the knowledge of Brahman he clearly feels and sees that it is God Who has become everything. He has nothing to give up and nothing to accept. It is impossible for him to be angry …
But Faith Works Miracles
ONCE the son of a certain man lay at the point of death, and it seemed that none could save his life. A sadhu, however, said to the father of the dying son: "There is but one hope. If you can get in a …
Pavhari Baba of Ghazipur
I once knew a Yogi [Pavhari Baba of Ghazipur], a very old man, who lived in a hole in the ground all by himself. All he had was a pan or two to cook his meals in. He ate very little, and wore …
Sink Now and Then
THE farther you advance, the more you will see that there are other things even beyond the sandalwood forest — mines of silver, gold and precious gems1. Therefore go forward. But how can I ask …
The Lure of Divine Lila
AFTER the destruction of Ravana at Rama’s hands, Nikasha, Ravana’s mother, began to runaway for fear of her life. Lakshmana’ said to Rama:"Revered brother, please explain this strange thing to me. …
How is Maya
A CERTAIN sadhu lived for some time in the room above the nahavat-khana (concert-room) of the temple of Dakshineswar. He did not speak with anybody and spent his whole time in the meditation of God. …