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In spite of his education and intelligence, a foolish man will not know his true Self and a mean-minded person will not give up his evil qualities. |
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Modern education leads only to argumentation, not to total wisdom. What is the use of acquiring education which cannot lead you to immortality? Acquire the knowledge that will make you immortal. |
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Vidya means Jnana (wisdom). Jnana does not mean worldly intelligence. True education is that which develops inner vision and makes you experience everlasting bliss.
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Life is a game, play it. Life is a dream, realise it. Life is love, enjoy it. It is only he who understands the import of these statements and realises them in his daily life is a true student.
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Modern system of education, instead of developing the power of discrimination in students, is making them narrow-minded. It neither bestows true wisdom nor does it help them to become broad-minded. The present-day education has become meaningless. The textbooks that are prescribed for students do not contain the essence of true education.
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You should acquire such education which will be beneficial to the society and the world at large. What is the present state of society? In what way can we make it ideal? How should one work for the advancement of the society? Nobody seems to think on these lines.
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If your character is good, you will always be protected. You should always keep your senses under control. You should always have a check on your vision, listening and speech. Buddha undertook various spiritual practices with a view to have mastery over his senses.
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Why are the eyes given to you?
Is it to look here and there? No.
The eyes are meant to see the beautiful form of the Lord.
Why are the ears given to you?
Is it to listen to vain gossip? No.
The ears are meant to hear the glories of the Lord. |
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If you cultivate Samyak Drishti (right vision) like the Buddha, the whole world will be under your control. |
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When you keep your senses under control, you will become a person of noble qualities. You will also gain the strength of character. Hanuman, the illustrious servant of Lord Rama is an example of such noble qualities. He was extolled as 'Santhudu', 'Gunavantudu' and 'Balavantudu' (calm and serene, one of virtues, one of mighty strength). He became a great Guru because of his noble qualities. We should emulate his noble qualities. |
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In today's education you are taught skills which will enable you to rise up in your career, but, nobody teaches moral education. Morality is the most important aspect of education. Money comes and goes, morality comes and grows. Therefore, cultivate morality. That will earn you respect from society. |
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God is your sole refuge wherever you may be, be it in a forest or in the sky or in a city or in a village or on the top of a mountain or in the middle of a deep sea. |
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Cultivate noble qualities. I shall give you everything. Nay, I shall give Myself to those who cultivate noble qualities and also to those who teach them. In fact, I am living only for their sake. I do not seek anything in return from them. Lead a life of character and nobility. Bring good name to your parents, your institution and to Swami. |
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Thyaga (sacrifice) is the noblest of all qualities, not Bhoga (indulgence). In fact, Bhoga will lead you to Roga (disease). The Veda has proclaimed Na Karmana Na Prajaya Dhanena Thyagenaike Amrutatthwamanasu (immortality is not attained through action, progeny or wealth; it is attained only by sacrifice). Hence, Bangaru! (My dear golden students) cultivate such noble qualities as Thyaga. |
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I am prepared to sacrifice everything for you. But, you must also be in a position to receive My grace. I am yours and you are Mine. That should be the relationship between us. Try to understand Swami's love. |
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Do not go against the wishes of your parents. If, by any chance, you have to differ from their views, explain to them lovingly your viewpoint. They will also feel happy that you have respected their feelings. The Veda has declared, Matru Devo Bhava, Pitru Devo Bhava, Acharya Devo Bhava, Atithi Devo Bhava (revere your mother, father, preceptor and guest as God). Speak sweetly and softly to your parents. Convince them, if necessary. I am prepared to sacrifice anything for the sake of such students. |
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I like such students whose thoughts, words and deeds are in perfect accord. I am prepared to sacrifice anything for them, nay, I will give away Myself to such people. |
