DJJS- Akhand Gyan

2012-01-09T20:15:00.000-08:00

An Intro

Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (DJJS) is a socio-spiritual, nonprofit organization, established and run under the stewardship of His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji

Monthly Magazine of DJJS- Akhand Gyan

A Revolutionary Publication!

· Raising a voice against ill practices prevailing in the society!

· Providing complete nourishment to body-mind-spirit!

· Containing lucid and richly interesting contents which tickle the Real You!

· Guiding your foot-steps to success and satiation!

· Highlighting the transcendental essence (Brahm Gyan) of all scriptures!

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* Personality Bytes * Meditation * Health Tips

* Current Issues * Living-Testimonies

* Stress Busters * Insightful Discourses

2012-01-09T20:05:00.001-08:00

Dilemma & How To Overcome It!

Dilemma is the situation when one finds oneself in a fix– what to do, what not to do. It is a position where each of the two alternatives (or all the feasible courses) makes a person land up in a state of indecision leading to mental agony.

If we carefully examine its apparent reasons, we find several ones, like–

LACK OF WISDOM

Wisdom is the power of discrimination to determine what is wrong and what is right. In the absence of this power, one is unable to decide the right course of action. There is a vast difference between the intellect and the wisdom. Intellect can be developed by acquiring knowledge from books, newspapers, e-media & various other external sources, but wisdom is not the subject of books and theories.

NEGATIVE THOUGHTS & ATTITUDE

Lord Buddha says man is the product of his own thoughts. If the mind is flooded with negative thoughts, it can't give rise to right attitude, thereby causing a situation of dilemma.

IMPACT OF DILEMMA

The impact of dilemma may be in several different ways like physical, mental, financial, personal, or, for that matter, a loss of life altogether.

In dilemma one feels tense and depressed because he gets smaller in his own eyes. Dilemma leads to inaction & loss of opportunity leaving one to repent. He lags behind in the race as compared to those who take a decision on time with a clear mind. Each one of us knows well that the time lost is lost forever. Opportunity knocks at the door but once, and if we happen to miss it, it is missed forever. This may result in a financial loss in the form of lessening of self confidence. This reduction in self-confidence is far greater a loss than the materialistic loss caused by the missed opportunity.

OVERCOME DILEMMA

The state of dilemma, therefore, has to be avoided. It can be avoided indeed. But how? Let's try to overcome this state by undertaking the following measures-

DEVELOPMENT OF WISDOM

Wisdom develops only when one gets attached to his base, his source, which is the Supreme Lord. This, in turn, can happen only with the grace of a Perfect Spiritual Master who imparts True Knowledge to the seeker and reveals the divinity within. When one attains the direct perception of the Lord within the abode of his heart, his wisdom develops and the soul learns to discriminate. Then he is able to listen to his soul's voice, which acts as the perfect guide taking him in the right direction.

CLEAR THOUGHTS & POSITIVE ATTITUDE

Positive thinking always works wonders. Why to think that the tumbler is half empty? Why not think that it is half full and capable of quenching my thirst? However, this lesson of positivity is the gift of meditation and practical spirituality. It cannot be accrued simply from moral lectures and talks. When the inner self of a person is linked with God, all negativity comes to an end forever. Negativity, thereafter, never raises its ugly hood, thus smoothening the way towards Positivity. Again, for gaining this positivity through spirituality, one needs a Perfect Guide to guide him on the path of real meditation.

FEARLESSNESS & SELF CONFIDENCE

Fearlessness is the product of true love. Love, which is the basic characteristic of God, conquers all fear. So, when divinity gets activated within a seeker with the divine grace of the Perfect Master, all these characteristics like fearlessness, self-confidence, and other positive traits inculcate in his being and he stands firm on the feeling that “Well, I can do it!”. It instils in his character the boldness to face the challenges of life. Those who spun the horse, jump over the trenches and reach across the fence easily. Those who hesitate can never cross the fence.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Difficult situations of life can be tackled well with the sword of knowledge coupled with practical experience. Here, knowledge is not merely the bookish knowledge and experience does not refer to the experience of the external world. Instead, one needs to have the spiritual knowledge along with the practical realisation of God to deal with the challenges in life wisely. Study of the lives of great and successful men in various fields undoubtedly helps a person to handle a tedious situation. But again, to grasp the gist and to leave the undesirable, it is a must to attain Divine Knowledge from a Perfect Spiritual Master. The best part is that even if one gets stuck somewhere after attaining Divine Knowledge from a Perfect Seer, the Master helps him come out of the situation and he does not have to bear the brunt of adversaries and mis-happenings.

Thus, we have come to know that the only mechanism to end up the dilemma (the mental agony) once for all is Divine Knowledge, after which we are able to lead a comfortable life free of all confusions.

January 2012 Attractions : English Akhand Gyan

2012-01-09T11:45:00.001-08:00

January 2012

Toying with relationships!

Broadly the word 'relationship' means 'an association', specifically 'an emotional association between two people'. This association can be based on love, affection, devotion, care, regard, sympathy, need, or greed in some cases.

...We constantly strive to find the golden rule to form a successful rapport with everybody around us. And as someone rightly says- "The quality of your life is the quality of your relationships"; so, our success or failure in life is measured by the quality of relationships we maintain with the people around us.

...And when we are unable to crack this nut, we just say- "I want to be alone, I don't need anyone". But, the reality-meter indicates that we humans are emotional beings and cannot survive without emotional support in our life.

... Our youth prefers speed in this fast paced world. And the same speed they prefer when it comes to making or breaking their relationships. If they like someone, in no time he/she will become the focus of their life; and if due to some reasons they start disliking that person, then they are even quicker in flushing him/her out of their lives.

How to prevent these situations to channelize our emotions in the right direction and how to control our own emotions? To know this and further more, read the complete article of English Akhand Gyan, January 2012 edition.

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Mood-Swings and their influence

...Constructive and healthy mood impacted people's view point, thought process, decisions and resolutions in a positive way. Whereas, when people with negative moods were asked about life related matters, their views reflected a negative mindset.

...When you are over excited, you fail to keep control on your tongue; you happen to take hasty decisions, etc. ... We should try to attain such a personality which is beyond emotional swings happening moment after moment.

... Moods are closely related to the neuro-transmitters present in the brain. Thus, if we can find a technique with the help of which we can balance and control the secretion of chemicals in our brain.

How to balance and control the secretion of such chemicals? How to get out of the cobweb of moods? To know this and further more, read the complete article of English Akhand Gyan, January 2012 edition.

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Cholesterol Control Must for All!

Cholesterol is a substance that is vital for every cell in the body. It helps the liver to digest fat, helps the body to produce enough vitamin D and maintains supple skin. There are basically two types of Cholesterol-low density lipoproteins or bad cholesterol proteins and high density lipoproteins. ... It is the LDL which is the cause behind clogging of blood vessels.

... Too much of Cholesterol is life threatening. High LDL cholesterol levels lead to the deposition of Cholesterol on the walls of arteries.

... Plaque makes arteries narrow, decreases blood flow and throws a person into a condition called 'artherosclerosis'.

... Blocking of blood flow to other vital organs, including the Kidneys and intestines.

The following two changes in your lifestyle can be of good help to control cholesterol-

Exercise and Pranayam

30-60 minutes of exercise a day can give amazing results in controlling Cholesterol.

Kapaalbhaati Pranayam is an excellent way of controlling Cholesterol.

Brisk walk/jogging is also one of the best and simple methods of controlling Cholesterol.

Eat heart - healthy foods

The choice of food is responsible for increasing or decreasing the level of cholesterol...

Talk a diet that is low in saturated and trans-fats...

Instead of frying, try boiling or baking or roasting.

Instead of whole milk, use low-fat or non-fat milk...

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January 2012 Attractions : Hindi Akhand Gyan

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जनवरी 2012

धर्म निरपेक्ष नहीं, धर्म सापेक्ष!

प्रश्न-गुरु महाराज जी, कल मैंने एक विख्यात संत का सत्संग सुना। वे युवाओं को संबोधित करते हुए कह रहे थे कि अध्यात्म को ‘धर्म निरपेक्ष’ होना चाहिए।धर्म निरपेक्ष अध्यात्म ही समाज में अमन और शांति ला सकता है। क्या उनका ऐसा कहना ठीक है?

उत्तर- आज बहुत से तथाकथित संत, समाजसेवी व नेता बड़े-बड़े मंचों पर खड़े होकर बुलंद आवाज़ में कहते हैं- ‘अध्यात्म को धर्म निरपेक्ष होना चाहिए।’ पर हमारा उन सबसे यह प्रश्न है कि इतना बड़ा वक्तव्य देने से पहले क्या उन्होंने ‘अध्यात्म’ व ‘धर्म’ की परिभाषा को जानने का प्रयास किया? ‘धर्म’ को वे क्या समझते हैं? मात्र सम्प्रदाय! और यह बात सत्य है कि साम्प्रदायिकता समाज में बिखराव, अलगाव, इर्ष्या, वैमनस्य व हिंसा को जन्म देती है। साम्प्रदायिकता के नाम पर समाज ने कई बार रक्तरंजित होलियाँ खेली हैं। क्योंकि हर सम्प्रदाय स्वंयं को दूसरे सम्प्रदाय से श्रेष्ठ, बेहतर व उच्च सिद्ध करने के बेमायने मकसद को लेकर बढता है।

…आज के ये तथाकथित संत व समाजसेवी इसी नृशंसता, धूर्तता, चालाकी, ईर्ष्या पर टिके बाह्य आडम्बरों को ही धर्म समझते हैं। तभी तो कहते हैं कि अध्यात्म को धर्म निरपेक्ष होना चाहिए।

… महापुरुषों ने तो कहा कि धर्म निरपेक्ष व्यक्ति, व्यक्ति न होकर, पशु सम है।

क्या है धर्म की वास्तविक परिभाषा? क्या है धर्म के दस लक्षण? जानने के लिए पढ़िए जनवरी 2012 माह की हिंदी अखंड ज्ञान पत्रिका।

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प्रभु चार बातें भूल जाते हैं!

विनय पत्रिका में , गोस्वामी तुलसीदास जी कहते हैं कि प्रभु भी कुछ बातें भूल जातें हैं। किसी ने पूछा- कैसी बात कर रहे हैं गोस्वामी जी? प्रभु तो सर्वान्तर्यामी हैं। वे कैसे कुछ भूल सकते हैं? तब गोस्वामी जी उन बातों को बताते हुए कहते हैं-

निज गुण

…संसार में यदि एक व्यक्ति के भीतर कोई गुण हो, तो वह अहंकार से भर जाता है। वह अपने इस गुण की चर्चा सभी से करना चाहता है। प्रशंसा पाना चाहता है। लेकिन हमारे प्रभु निज गुणों को, अपनी प्रभुता को बिसार देते हैं।...

अरिकृत अनहित

…संसार में यदि कोई व्यक्ति किसी को हानि पहुँचा दे, तो वह व्यक्ति अपनी हानि का बदला लिए बिना आराम से नहीं बैठता। यदि वह प्रतिशोध न ले पाए तो अपने भीतर घृणा को ज़रूर स्थान देता है। लेकिन प्रभु दूसरों के द्वारा किये गए अपने अनहित को भूल जाते हैं। ...

दास दोष

प्रभु अपने दास द्वारा किये गए दोषों को भूलकर केवल उसके उद्धार के बारे में ही सोचते हैं।

...कौनसी है वह चौथी बात जो प्रभु भूल जाते हैं? कैसे प्रभु कितनी ही बार इतिहास में इन बातों को भूल गए, पूर्णतः जानने के लिए पढ़िए जनवरी 2012 माह की हिंदी अखंड ज्ञान पत्रिका।

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आपका ध्यान कहाँ है?

ये हैं मिस्टर रोहित! कल इनका फिज़िक्स (भौतिक विज्ञान) का पेपर है। टेबल पर किताबों का ढेर लगा है। … इनके हाथ में जो किताब है, पिछले एक घंटे से उसका वही पन्ना खुला हुआ है। उसमें भी पिछले ४० मिनट से ये शुरू की कुछ पंक्तियों को ही घूरे जा रहे हैं। ४० मिनट! चंद लाइनों को पढ़ने के लिए! आप सोच रहे होंगे- ज़रूर कोई मुश्किल विषय होगा! पर, जी नहीं! … मुश्किल तो कुछ और ही है। आइए, जानें असली मुश्किल क्या है…

रोहित ने पढ़ना शुरू किया- ‘पदार्थ के तीन रूप होते हैं- ठोस, तरल और गैस। ठोस पदार्थ का आकार…’ अचानक से अब रोहित के मन में विचार आया- ‘पेपरों के बाद मुझे सौरभ के साथ फलां पिक्चर देखने का प्रोग्राम बनाना है। वाओ! क्या पिक्चर होगी, जब ट्रेलर ही इतना धमाकेदार है… …कल पेपर के बाद सौरभ से बात करूँगा… ओह! पेपर! हाँ… अच्छा तो मैं कहाँ था… ‘पदार्थ के तीन रूप होते हैं- ठोस, तरल और… …देखूं तो, मेरे पर्स में पैसे कितने हैं… ग्रेट! अभी तो मिस्टर रोहित काफी अमीर हैं। इस बार मम्मी से पैसे नहीं माँगने पड़ेंगे। शुक्र है… उनकी डाँट और लैक्चर से बच जाऊँगा… ओह! डाँट! अगर पेपर में फेल हो गया, तो डाँट के साथ-साथ करारी मार भी फ्री में मिलेगी… इसलिए, बेटा रोहित पढ़ो… तो मैं कहाँ था…

…यह कहानी हममें से बहुत से लोगों की वास्तविक स्थिति बयान करती है। पूरे दिन में शायद ही कुछ गिने-चुने ऐसे पल होते हैं, जब हम पूरी तरह अपने कार्य में एकाग्रचित होते हैं। नहीं तो, अक्सर हम काम कर रहे होते हैं और हमारा मन कहीं और घूम रहा होता है।

…क्या है कार्य में सफलता का रहस्य? कैसे हम अपने बिखरे हुए विचारों को केन्द्रित करें? कैसे हम अपनी इधर-उधर फैली उर्जा को एकत्र करके उससे अपने लिए लाभकारी सिद्ध करें? कैसे हम नकारात्मक विचारों से, जो 'फोकस-किलर' हैं, उनसे बचें? जानने के लिए पढ़िए जनवरी 2012 माह की हिंदी अखंड ज्ञान पत्रिका।

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Archives – Pick Your Favorite Section & Relish the Treat!

2012-01-09T11:43:00.001-08:00

The Era’s Voice / Shri Ashutosh Vachnamrit

-Divine Disquisition of The Master

English

Hindi

An exclusive repository of unfathomable words voiced directly from His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji. On diving into the holy sessions, one finds oneself enriched with the live & ambrosial vibes of clear insight on otherwise difficult-to-understand subjects. Equipped with lucid examples & facts, every single article of this section gives a thorough understanding on the critical issues of life and the diversified aspects of our holy texts, culture, society etc.

Science & Spirituality /Vedic Vigyaan

-an encyclopedic probe into the experiments of the super-scientists of yore

English

Hindi

Rightly called as ‘illuminate’– this section explores the unexplored, twisting, mind-bemusing expressions of the ancient texts & epics. The various episodes from the scriptural texts, often appearing as fiction, find a scientific outlook here. Our ancient science was much advanced and ahead of the modern science, which still swings in its infant days. The discoveries and revelations of our ancient super-scientists have always proved to be constructive and beneficial for one and all. So, let’s add new dimensions of 'Spirituality' to our knowledge of science and technology…

Spiritual Remedies for Global Maladies/ Samyik Charcha

-a forum to strike off the global issues of worry by the strokes of wisdom

English

Hindi

This section attempts to deduce permanent solutions to the baffling problems of the world. Be it the frequent occurrence of natural calamities or the issues like Women Empowerment, Drug addiction, Suicide, Corruption, etc., believe it or not, but the sure-shot remedy lies only in the inner-awakening of each and every being. How and Why?– This section logically proves the same. Besides discussions, summits, enforcement of laws, etc. what else is needed to revivify the demolished structures of humanity & peaceful living? This section brings to light the solutions…

Nurturing Discipleship /

Guru Bhakti

- Soul soother for disciples/devotees

English

Hindi

Infused with devotional inspirations from the life sketches of devotees– this section is a spiritual treat for God lovers. The barren land of heart receives soothing showers of reverence and devotion, which soon flourishes with lush, green feelings of surrender and love for the Master…

Values Breed Success/

Safal Jeevan Ke Sutra

-tablets for grooming ones wholesome personality

English

Hindi

This section is a store-house of exclusive suggestions to develop ones personality in all respects. With the bagful of lessons, rather the transformational sessions, on topics like Anger, Habits, Sentimental v/s Sensible, etc. one finds the way to liberate oneself from weaknesses & accelerates on the road of success.

So come and discover the sequel to the successful world…

Insightful Discourse/

Divya Jyoti ka Darshan

- Embracing the soulful mysteries…

English

Hindi

This section serves as a soul’s compass and corrects ones perception about God & spirituality. The straight forward facts, authenticated by the parameters of eternal vigilance, help to discover the truth. So, adhere to the tried-n-tested, scripturally-proven guidelines and make the rest of your life the best of your life, supplemented by the power of wisdom & insight…

Reforming the Youth/

Yuvako- Jaago Aur Jagao

-Empowering the backbone of the nation

Hindi

The phase of life characterized by a rich blend of zeal & dynamism, once reformed, can transform the whole world. Reformation, here, implies supplementing the vast reservoir of potential of youth with a correct angle of projection. Reason being, thrust without the correct angle of projection can lead to devastating results. This section is, therefore, dedicated to the youth of the world so that they are themselves transformed first and then march forward to reform the whole world….

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2011-12-03T10:20:00.001-08:00

Come, Let's Enjoy the Silence!

In the hall of our mind, the tussle of thought currents goes on unabated. The mind remains busy at all times.

Scientists say that in our brain 30 to 31 waves constantly flow. We call this the neuro-linguistic system. These waves belong to the language system of our mind. Research indicates that whenever we are engaged in intense mental work, indulged in arguments and counter-arguments, these waves are in Beta range. When we take a break from the heavy load of responsibilities and try to relax for a while or swing while sitting on a reclining chair or take a solitary walk in the garden, even then the mind continues to emit waves of the Alpha range. During vacation, when we revel in the mood of fun and enjoyment, or drive a car on the highway with zooming speed, the mind is busy sending Theta range waves. Even when we are fast asleep, the brain remains active and emanates waves– sometimes Theta and occasionally Delta.

The inquisitive: The function of mind is to think only. So let it go…Why mind it? What’s wrong in it?

There is definitely something wrong in it. If the machine remains functioning without a break, day and night, what will be the result? To speak in scientific terms, heat will generate in all its parts due to friction. Similar is the case with the machine called mind! And, don't forget that this machine is not made of hard metals but of extremely delicate nerves and neurons. When thoughts generate in it on a continuous basis, it also gets heated up. You must have heard people telling often, “Please do not talk to me at this moment. Right now my mind is hot!” Anger, tension, agitation over silly nothings- these issues have become a part of our life. It is the result of increase in the level of 'temperature' of the brain.

The inquisitive: What you say is correct… But, if we do not think how would we work and function in society? If we do not apply our minds, how would we achieve success in life?

What is wrong is unnecessary thinking. Within the circuit of your mind, when the web of useless thoughts leads to the 'traffic jam', you are unable to take proper decisions.

Our mind needs to be away from the small puddles and take a deep plunge into the internal oceanic depths. Don't you desire so? At least for some time in a day… Reveling in that deep silence… deep... so deep as the Atlantic Ocean where ripples of thoughts are not present! Not even the vibrations of thought-currents… Sh…Sh…Shss…Sh … complete silence!… where you enjoy merging into that eternal zero (fullness!).

The inquisitive: Very pleasing to the ears. But, is it possible to practically enjoy such a blissful state for even some moments every day?

Yes of course, it is possible! To lead us to such a state of eternal bliss, spiritual teachers invite us from time to time. “Come to me and I will give you rest. All of you work so hard beneath a heavy yoke. Oh, the carriers of that heavy load of work and responsibilities! Come to me and take rest, relax in my lap… I will provide you with peace of mind.”

The Inquisitive: Tell me please how can that state be attained?

After being blessed with Brahm Gyan, by concentrating on the place between the brows (where one applies tilak), one can commence the journey of peace to reach into the depths within and seek eternal bliss.

The Inquisitive: Why seek Brahm Gyan for concentrating on the place between the brows? We can do it straightaway without seeking someone's help!

What will be the effect if you concentrate on the closed door! Your eyes will become tired and exhausted. You won't be benefited by such a futile exercise.

Brahm Gyan activates the 'Divine Eye' situated at the centre of your two physical eyes. Only when the perfect spiritual Guru graciously opens this divine door, you are given the passage to the depths of the latent kingdom of divinity within you. The issue is simple and straightforward. The door opens and you are able to move within. In that blissful world, thoughts are not admitted. Bliss alone reigns! This is that mighty Atlantic Ocean, diving into which you begin to experience- Aum, Peace, Peace, Peace, Aum…

2011-10-29T10:06:00.001-07:00

Hatred-The Killer Vice

The word 'hatred' finds its place in the dictionary of most of us. Whether we reveal it openly or not, but in our hearts we do bear hatred for someone or the other, for some or the other reason. This vice called hatred seeks someone to be hated always, and we all fall victims to it. Today, let's try to analyse this vice, which eats up a big chunk of our mental energy.

So friends, why do we hate others?

If we look into the subject, the most prominent reason that we will find behind hatred is selfishness; i.e., when we see our selfish desires or motives getting hindered, it is then that this vice creeps inside us. Another cause that may be found is: if for some unknown reason somebody hurts us, then we may tend to hate him. Or else, due to our past impressions, we may tend to hate someone at the first sight or others may tend to hate us at first sight too. Hatred can grow as a result of jealousy as well. So, these are the chief causes which are said to give birth to hatred.

Now hatred, whatsoever be the cause, is a vice and definitely needs to be destroyed. Otherwise, remember:Hatred corrodes the vessel in which it is stored.(Chinese Proverb)

True! It destroys our mental energies as we tend to become obsessed with the object of our hatred. Believe it or not, hatred is one of the biggest causes of chronic depression. It is said that an evil thought (here, feelings of hatred and jealousy for others) is thrice cursed. Firstly, it harms the subject, i.e. the one who harbors such negative feelings. Secondly, it harms the object, i.e. the one towards whom that hate is directed. And, thirdly, it harms the entire universe by dissolving more negativity in it.

Next, the question arises: 'What needs to be done?'The following incident suggests an answer:

Once, a person came to a saint and said, “O Master! I try my level best not to give place in my heart to the feelings of hatred and jealousy towards others, especially for those with whom I work. But, despite my efforts, I fail to completely ban such negative feelings from entering inside me. It has become my nature to think negative and unnecessarily hate others. Please suggest some way to me so that I can get rid of this vice.” The saint said, “From today, whenever such negative feelings come in your heart, reveal them to the ones for whom these feelings arise. Tell them that you hate them and are jealous of them. Tell them clearly that you don't like them and that they hold the place of a rival in your life!” The man accepted the advice of the saint and returned. After a couple of days, he went again to the saint and said, “Master! That what you suggested me appeared to be an easy task at the first sight. But, when I actually had to implement it, it turned out to be very difficult! I realised that it is difficult to stop the negative feelings of hatred from entering my heart. But, it is rather more difficult to tell it to others that, I hate them. So, out of the two ways, I have chosen the easier one... I have stopped nurturing hatred towards others.”

But friends, after knowing “What” to do, still an important query remains unanswered. That, “How” to bring about this change?

The best possible solution is to change ourselves or the situation, whichever is easy and wise. Although, out of their growing impatience, people today are opting for the extreme steps; like, breaking the ties of a relationship (divorce in case of couples or break-ups between brothers/friends) or, at times, resorting to violent means like killing the person they hate! Certainly, these options are not advisable. We need to remember that life demands all of us to compromise on many fronts. We can escape the worst if we develop this attribute even a little. It is due to the lack of this virtue of compromise that today we have so much violence and struggles around.

So, how to prepare ourselves to choose for the wise and the right way? This is possible by cultivating love for all in our hearts. As Lord Buddha also says: Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal rule.

Our books of wisdom suggest us a formula in this regard, i.e. 'Cultivating Love through Divine Knowledge.' What happens when a person gets initiated into the Divine Knowledge, meaning, the practical experience of God within?

When a Perfect Master bestows upon us the technique to practically experience the Divine Lord within, we see our true nature in the form of light through the Third Eye. Slowly but steadily it comes to our understanding that the same God is present in all and that we are all different manifestations of the same Divine Light; like, when we see the sunlight through green glass, it appears green and when seen through red glass, it appears red. So the difference is in the superficial manifestation and not the source. This realisation automatically develops love for all, over a period of time, and we come to the understanding which is divine and elevating!

Such Divine Knowledge which makes it possible to have these welcoming substitutions of love and positivity over hatred and negativity can be had even in this age, with the grace of His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji, Founder and Head of Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan.

2011-09-30T02:34:00.000-07:00

A Journey Within

"I am the traveller. Within me lies the route. It's my journey within myself. It's a safari not in a distant land, but in a territory nearest to me; nearer than even my flesh."

Yes! I am talking about the inner cosmos that lies and spreads wide within us– neither in our physical set-up nor in our biological or genetic make-up. It is also not our mental sphere full of thoughts and emotions. This world is not integral even to our neural system (brain) holding cognition or normal consciousness.

Then where does this inner-world lie? On which plane of my existence does it exist? Well, I take this opportunity to reveal it to you through this picture (See Fig A). The picture depicts a gateway in the forehead which is wide open. There is also a splash of light around it, indicating a paranormal, rather a divine threshold. Within the gate lies an infinitely vast domain with indefinite dimensions. A zigzag pathway is laid in it which goes beyond the horizon. A bright figure of a man is shown walking over this path. Below the gate lie the eyes of the man, which are closed; not in an ordinary sleep-mode but in a deep reflective style. The man seems not to be a common man, but a 'seeker'.

What is he seeking? He is seeking himself– his Real Self. Where? Within Himself! According to the science of self-realisation and the revelations of all mystics, the centre of our forehead is the point of communication with the cosmic higher world that lies beyond our physical, sensorial, mental, and intellectual domains. It's a gateway to a subtle terrain that spreads right within our forehead, in the upper region of skull. Neurosurgeons cannot observe it by dissecting the skull; for, it is set and positioned subtly in our supra-physical being.

And that too, infinitely, boundlessly! You will wonder how? How come such an expansive cosmos exist within our small skull? That's, in fact, the most advanced technology of the Super-Engineer, the Almighty God! As our computer engineers can store thousands of Giga Bytes in a micro-chip in binary form, God has also saved and secured a complete cosmos within our micro-skull in ethereal divine form. It's a 'MACROCOSM' within the 'MICROCOSM'!

Indian philosophy calls this inner world as 'Antarjagatah'. The gate that leads to it is named as 'Dasam Dwaar'– the Tenth Door. Only a genuine spiritual mystic (Sadguru) with divine excellence has the forte to break open the jammed lock of this door. He transmits His absolute energy to the seeker and unlocks the gateway to the inner cosmos. With this, the seeker is uplifted from lower sensorial planes to the magnificent palace of wisdom. Hopping at sensory level ends and the longitudinal journey into the vast space within begins.

The seeker sits in meditative posture in stoic poise. Motionless! But, from within, he transcends and travels on cosmic planes. The bright figure walking along the inner path in the portrait symbolises the 'consciousness' of the seeker. Hence, it is actually the consciousness that becomes the astronaut of the inner-cosmos, and travels far and wide for self-exploration. The more consciously the aspirant focuses at the centre of the forehead, the deeper he delves and the farther he traverses the inner cosmos, which is full of spectacular visions, music, and experiences. He beholds an exquisite world adorned with divine wonders par excellence.

In fact, 'self-exploration' is analogous to 'space-exploration'. The outer-space is verily a clone of the inner-space. Therefore, the tight-lipped secret-shells of the cosmos outside can be heard speaking in the cosmos inside. According to the space-scientists, more than 90% of the universe consists of dark-energies, unobservable to human-eye. Thus, a major chunk of the outer-space remains veiled, thereby concealing countless secrets within its ambit. However, the inner-world is the key to all these locked mysteries. Nothing is hidden to the eye of consciousness. It sees and penetrates each speck of reality dwelling in the world within.

In the beginning of the Shvetashvatara Upanishad, the rishis (sages) present their queries and inquisitions on various issues concerning life, universe, and existence. They ask: “Who is the cause of this cosmos? What lies beyond? Whence are we born? What is the basis of our existence? Where do we dwell at the end? Please tell us, O ye who know Brahman, under whose guidance we abide, whether in pleasure or pain.” The Upanishad ultimately concludes that the sages could not find any satisfactory verbal solution to their queries. Therefore, in the end, they became absorbed in meditation. Through the undivided focus of mind, they discovered the creative power, the secrets of universe and its cause. Hence, within the inner-universe lies the encoded data of all that exists without.

Above all, this inner-world is a beatific oasis of peace and bliss. Robert Alan has rightly said– "Peace of mind is not a goal I need to achieve. It's a place inside I never want to leave." Inner-world is that specific place within us from where oozes the ceaseless spring of peace. So, dive in the ocean of your being… travel deeper and deeper… till you become speechless, thoughtless! The beholder of Ananda (Supreme Bliss)!

2011-09-02T01:15:00.000-07:00

Our Limited Sight vs. the Limitless Lord Divine!

The present age is the age of science. It's an era where blind faith, blind beliefs, imaginations and unsubstantiated convictions have no place! Everything is tested, verified, and proved.

Taking recourse to such arguments, some atheists deny the existence of God. But, a wise saying goes thus– 'little knowledge is a dangerous thing'. These atheists relied upon just one aspect of science, ignoring the other facets. Whereas, the fact is that 'Science' itself accepts many things and creatures whose existence cannot be comprehended through the sensory organs of the human beings. For example, the air that we breathe in contains thousands of bacteria/micro-organisms. But, we are unable to see them with the naked eyes. Our eyes are unable to reach out and locate the distant planets and stars twinkling far away from us. These eyes cannot see the x-rays, ultraviolet rays and the infra-red rays. We are just able to perceive a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

In a nutshell, we are able to see only 0.00000000000035% (3.5 X 10-13) part of the cosmos. Imagine, out of the gigantic figure of the combined population of these 2 million earths, you are able to see only 42 individuals– that's what makes the 3.5 X 10-13 part! And, this is what we are able to see on this Planet Earth! Strange, isn't it? We are so proud of our eyes but, just look at the limitation of their vision! How minimal is their power! As compared to the magnitude of the cosmos, the power of the eyes is almost non-existent!

That apart, the small world which these eyes perceive– are these able to see even that much to the point of perfection or in totality? If it were so, the words like 'mirage or illusion' would not have found place in the dictionary.

Just stand at one end of the rail-track and stretch your vision towards its far end. It will appear as if the two parallel tracks meet each other. But does it actually happen? In that case, the outcome would have been only accidents! From the beginning of the journey till the end of it, the railway tracks are laid parallel. Stand on the shore of the sea and look as far as the eyes can survey. You will visualise that the sea and the sky meet at one place. But is there any such place on the Earth where the sea and the sky meet?

Why then trust these eyes so much? Why then make them the witness to prove the existence of God? When these eyes are unable to perceive even the little fraction of this cosmos around them correctly and fully, how can then we expect them to have the capacity to see the Creator of the cosmos?

The Sages, the Realised Souls, have tendered for our benefit their profound, philosophical observations in this regard. Just read the following verse from Kenopanishad very carefully–

Yachchakshusha na pashyati

yena chakshoonshi pashyati,

Tadeva brahma tvam viddhi

nedam yadidamupaasate.

Meaning thereby, 'that' which cannot be seen by these eyes, instead 'that' which makes these eyes see the things around, 'that' alone is Brahman. The sum and substance is that these eyes are mere instruments. These don't possess the power of their own, that enables them to see. It is with the power of the Divine that the eyes get the intrinsic strength to see. A bulb cannot give light on its own. Only when the electricity passes through it, it is enabled to provide light. No vehicle can move on its own. Only when it gets the energy from the external sources, it provides the locomotion. Similarly, our eyes and for that matter all other sense organs are functionless on their own. The divine power of God alone provides energy for their activation.

So, do all these factual assertions lead to the conclusion that God is simply the subject of discussions and blind acceptance? Does that mean that it is impossible to experience and know (realise) Him? No, not at all! If it were so, Swami Vivekananda would not have declared aloud from the open platform that 'Religion is the realisation of God', i.e., the essence of religion is to have face to face meeting with God.

Our sages have repeatedly proclaimed that God cannot be seen or experienced through these external eyes or with the aid of any other sensory organ. For experiencing Him, the subtle apparatus is needed. As per the spiritual terminology that subtle instrument is known as “Divine Eye” or “Third Eye.”
Our scriptures reveal that–

Esha sarveshu bhooteshu

goodhotmaa na prakaashate

Drashyate tvagrayayaa buddhayaa

sookshmayaa sookshmadarshi bhihi

Meaning thereby, even though the Supreme Lord exists in all beings, yet He is not visible to all due to the curtain of Maya. Only they who have explored the subtle divine principles and possess the subtlest and the finest 'apparatus' known as Divine Eye are able to experience Him.

But how can we acquire this subtle apparatus, i.e., Divine Eye? Since this is not an external instrument, it is not possible to get it from the external sources. Only a Perfect Master (Poorna Guru) can bestow it upon the inquisitive aspirant.

In the sixth part of the fourteenth section of the Chhandogyopanishad, this truth has been explained in perfectly clear terms. When Shvetketu questioned his father as to how to see God, his father replied–

Yathaasomya purusham gandhaarebhyobhinaddhaakshamaaneeya...

O' the benevolent one! Assume that someone from Gandhaar (a country) is blindfolded and is left alone in a deserted place with no human beings around. Now, that individual cries out for help. In such a situation, if someone were to untie his knots, remove the blindfold and give him proper information about the direction of Gandhaar, then? Without doubt, he will be able to reach his destination. Similarly, when one meets a True Guru, with his (Guru's) guidance, he is able to move in the direction of meeting the Divine Lord. One's bondage in the secular world lasts until he is fortunate to meet his Guru, who can remove the veil tied to his eyes, or to say, who can bless him with the Divine Eye. Because, thereafter, it is certain that he realises the Supreme God within himself.

In essence, being unable to experience the Supreme Lord with the external eyes, do not negate His existence. By raising the voice against God, do not stand in the queue of the atheists. Instead, seek refuge of a Poorna Guru (a Perfect Master) who can open your Divine Eye and can make you experience God within you. Only then, you will be justifying your conviction of being scientific in your approach. Not otherwise!

2011-07-28T11:20:00.000-07:00

Return Gift of Kanha's Birthday

The infant crimson rays spread out and enclosed the horizon and beyond… The mowing of the cows, the chirping of the birds, the raving of the Yamuna waves- all began to resonate in chorus to compose a divine music. Life rejuvenated in its entirety. The jingles in the air carried a joyful note all over Gokul. Yes! The joy of the residents of Gokul Village couldn't be possibly described in words that day. Indeed, it was an auspicious day, the Birthday of Kanha, their prince…

'Oh! It's my Kanhaiya's birthday…!' Sulekha Kaki woke up with a jerk. Certainly, it was her Kanha's birthday!!! He had turned into a lovely four year old. Kaki had to get ready quickly to reach Nand's palace. But…ohh... she was unable to move from her bed. She touched her forehead. She was down with fever.

With tears in her eyes, she thought of Yashoda, the mother of Kanha. Her thoughts transported her to Nand's palace- 'Yashoda must have spent last night cleaning and decorating the palace and this dawn would have brought thousand smiles on her face. Maharishi Shandilya must be performing holy yagya (ceremonies) in the open veranda of the palace…My darling Kanhaiya would soon come out…' Sulekha Kaki forced herself out of her bed. She just couldn't miss seeing the event to be held in the palace that day.

'Ahh…what a beautiful day it is!!!' The royal courtyard was already full. All hearts were pounding and awaiting their sweetheart Kanha- that mischievous smile on his divine countenance. It was just one glance of Kanha that all Gokul villagers could die for. …And there...There came the stealer of all hearts, everyone's beloved, Krishna Kanhaiya... The royal yellow robe, the curls wrapped in beads of pearls, the crown adorned with a peacock's feather, ears studded with gems, garlands made of rare stones around the neck and wrists, the anklets shimmering and royal… All hearts skipped a beat in admiration. Tears of joy rolled down the faces of the villagers on seeing their darling, who was accompanied by his mother Yashoda.

There he was, seated on a tall throne to receive the gifts from everyone. Sulekha Kaki, too, handed over her bundle of pancakes and kissed the bright forehead. Then, she stood in a corner to see Kanha receiving gifts from his dearest buddies.

The first to run was Sridama. His eyes shining and two fingers lifted, as if something precious was enclosed in them! Huff… Huff… he reached Kanha, making way through the swarm of visitors, breathing heavily and unable to speak a word. The little gopas, there, understood everything. Kanha gently held Sridama's fingers and marked the veneration on his own forehead. And lo... the villagers saw the mark on Kanha's forehead. It was not red or pink or yellow but deep brown in colour!! Hmm... So, Sridama had gifted Kanhaiya a pinch of fresh cow dung!! Nay, the love between the two had multiplied the dung's worth by a million.

Thereafter, it was Bhadra's turn. He too ran to Kanha. His gift was wrapped in a towel across his neck. Eagerly the two friends untied the knot and brought out ten smooth, round pebbles. 'Today, we will use these pebbles to play!!!' Kanha exclaimed with joy. Then came another buddy, Mahabala. In his fist, he was holding a thin stick with a flag on the top. With utmost care, he handed over his gift to his dearest playmate.

Ahh! What a sight of innocence and hilarity!!! Kanha was literally jumping, feeling rich with the newly gifted precious items by his friends.

Mother Yashoda, then, lovingly pulled out a large platter full of beautiful gems, precious stones, pearls, and jewels. 'Come Kanha, pick something for your friends. Wouldn't you like to give them some return gifts?'

Kanha looked at the plate thoughtfully. With a finger on his chin, he evaluated each item on the plate for a little while. Gold, silver, pearls...Hmmm…none could stand in comparison to the invaluable gifts that he had received from his friends.

'I know what to give!!!' Finally, Kanha got an idea. Stepping over the platter, kicking the pearls and the gems, he ran towards his buddies with his heart full of love. His arms playfully flung around Sridama's neck, tightly hugged Bhadra to his bosom, and, then, lifted Mahabala onto his shoulders delightfully … 'Hey! I am yours. Your Eternal Gift!'

2011-07-04T22:24:00.000-07:00

Making Of A Disciple

Doku was the son of a swordsman. But, he couldn't win his father's confidence of being a good swordsman. Gripped by the feelings of humiliation and anger, he left his father's place in search of someone who could make him perfect in the art of swordsmanship.

After a long hunt, he came across a master who was adept in swordsmanship.

Manzo had excelled the art in all respects. Doku approached Manzo and said, “Master, will you teach me the art of playing with swords? I must tell you that I am not a novice in this field. I know quite a lot. But, still my father has rejected me saying that my skill lacks perfection. So, I have come to you to become perfect in this art. Please tell, when would you commence the training?” Doku's impatience was clearly evident. Along with that was also evident his ego, which brought him an unpleasant response from the Master. Manzo looked at Doku and said, “I confirm your father's assessment about you. You truly don't seem to be fit for learning this art. And, so, I refuse to accept you as my student.” Doku stood shell-shocked upon hearing those words. As if, he was hit by thunder lightning a thousand times! With stony eyes, he looked at Manzo. The Master also looked at him and said, “You may go now.”

The arrow of rejection had hit the right place, throwing an attack on the monster of ego that had seized Doku's mind and heart. Doku laid in the master's feet, crying for his refuge.

Tenet No. 1) For Sadhaks (disciples of a Perfect Spiritual Master): Ego is a major stumbling block on the path of spirituality. It must be forsaken to receive the grace of the Master.

Manzo: Ok, I grant your request.

Doku: Pardon me for asking one thing, O Master. My father is getting old and so I need to go back to him after learning this art in the shortest possible time. I am ready to undergo any hardship. In that case, how long will it take to attain mastery in this art?

Manzo: 30 years.

Doku (surprisingly): Thirty long years! …If I practice far more intensely and with utmost dedication, then how long will it take?

Manzo: 70 years or, perhaps, your whole life!

Doku's face clearly expressed his confusion and inability to grasp the import of the Master's words. He stood with folded hands but his questioning eyes were repeatedly asking for an explanation.

Manzo: The answer to the 'why' resounding in your inner being is that the one who is in a hurry, as you are, to get the results seldom learns quickly.

Doku (once again realised his mistake): Forgive this ignorant one, Sir! I surrender myself to you.

Tenet No. 2): Patience is an essential pre-requisite to achieve the results; for, Guru knows when and what is to be given to his disciple.

Manzo: You will have to strictly follow as and what I say.

Doku: I promise you, Master.

Manzo: From today onwards, it is your duty to cook the food, wash all the utensils and clothes, clean the hermitage, and give water to the plants.

Doku (without an iota of hesitation): Sure, Master.

Manzo: So, go and take charge of your duties right now.

Doku: Yes, Master

Doku did not say that just for the sake of saying. He did what he said. He dedicated himself fully in carrying out the order of his Master.Day and night, he was seen engrossed in fulfilling the duties that were allotted to him. Only one thought echoed in his mind that there should be no mistake in the Master's work. And, it was the result of this dedication and hard-work that he never gave anyone a single chance to complain.

Manzo's eyes were keeping a constant watch over Doku's inner being to keep track of the answers to these questions. But, Doku's undivided faith and surrender in the feet of his Master did not let him fall this time. Doku's dedication and surrender won the Master's heart, who did not get to hear 'Yes' even once in answer to the questions that were meant to test Doku's faith.

Tenet No. 3): Hard-work, dedication, and faith are the jewels of a disciple which enhance his inner beauty and make him win the love and insurmountable grace of the Master.

But, what's that? Where Doku's dedication and surrender deserved reward from the Master, there he started receiving terrific blows of swords every day. Every day, Manzo would hit Doku with a wooden sword and Doku tried to protect himself from the unexpected attacks. This activity continued for weeks together. Hardly a day passed when this strange thing didn't happen. But, not even once did any ill-feeling arise in Doku's heart for the Master's peculiar behaviour.

After a couple of weeks, one day, Manzo called Doku in his room. Doku entered the room with folded hands fearing that he must have made some mistake. But, his happiness knew no bounds when he saw a beautiful smile on the Master's face. Manzo caressed him and said, “My dear son! Today I declare you as the greatest swordsman in the world, as there is no stroke that can defeat you, whatsoever it may be! You have learnt to defend yourself from every possible attack that can be made by the opponent. Now you can go to your father, who will be greatly happy to see a new Doku in front of him… perfectly suitable for becoming his heir.”

Tenet no. 4): Always remember! Even the hits and blows of the Master are in the favour of a disciple. They are not meant to harm him; instead, they are a blessing in disguise, which are meant to make him perfect!

2010-12-31T18:48:00.000-08:00

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This month when the world will be celebrating the English New Year to usher into a new set of days on a calendar, the Akhand Gyan Blog of Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan is a clarion call to the entire world to enter into a New Era! An era, where ‘Divine Peace’ reigns supreme!

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Blessings In Guise of Words!

In reality, every moment of ‘Divya Shanti Mahotsav 2010’ was divine and celestial. Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji’s holy words resonated with the exclusive shades of affection for His disciples. His conversation was settling in their hearts directly. He was knocking at the depths of their inner portals. It appeared as if His benevolence had taken the shape of a cloud about to rain the heavenly blessings. And, when those heavenly showers poured, every single disciple got drenched in them; each mind was dripping wet; none remained untouched by the torrents of His mercy. Some drops from those blissful showers of His divine revelations are reproduced below:

“All of you have been blessed with Brahm Gyan for a great cause. You have to fulfill that great purpose, for which it was bestowed upon you. A lot has to be done for the society, nation, and the whole world from various platforms. Now, it is in your hands to transform this era from Kaliyuga (Iron Age) to Satyuga (Golden Age) where peace and brotherhood would reign supreme… If you wish, you can roll the Planet Earth to the nethermost depths. You have the power to change the direction of the tempest storms hitting the sky. You are the beholders of that infinite power. Once Archimedes said, “I will move the world, if I get that standpoint.” You have that standpoint within you. It has been revealed to you through the eternal technique of Brahm Gyan. All that you need to do is to make its appropriate use.

…Mutual love, noble feelings, and unity– these are the ornaments of the assembly of devotees blessed with Brahm Gyan. Therefore, maintain mutual goodwill. Progress with oneness, shoulder to shoulder, and with a co-operative attitude. Remember, where there is unity, victory shines bright. The Goddess Durga has one head and a number of hands. On the contrary, Ravana had ten heads and two hands. You know, ultimately who was victorious! Ravana had to face utter defeat. Why? Because– “Munde-Munde Matirbhinna”– as many heads so many opinions, and an equal number of conflicts! And mutual conflicts mean a certain invitation to defeat. As for Goddess, victory was on her side forever.

One needs to learn an important lesson from this comparison. When all do sewa (service) with one mind, with one inspiration, with one feeling, and with one mission, when all work for one goal– only then victory is certain, otherwise not!"

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Panoramic View of India

-Unity in Diversity

Truly a celestial feeling it was, when I heard scintillating musical notes, entwined in different regional languages, from one dais! This raised platform was embellished to celebrate– Divya Shanti Mahotsav (Divine Peace Mega-festival). Are you eager to know, who am I? I am bent and stooped “Sky” spread over hundreds of acres of land– the venue of mega-festival of divine peace. I was witness to such an exquisite dais from which echoed voices coloured in different shades and hues; sometimes came rants of Vedic hymns and inditions (compositions of wisdom) and sometimes resonated azaan (a call of a Mohammedans in a mosque for prayers) and aayats from Islamic faith; at other times musical notes of folk songs of Marathi, Garhwali, Bhojpuri, followed by Sufi and Punjabi devotional songs suffused the surroundings with pulsations of devotion.

Undoubtedly, it was a unique congregation of inquisitives and followers of India’s culture of every shade & caste, creed and community. Years ago, an English author– Isabel Allende had said– “Peace requires everyone to be in circle– Wholeness, Inclusion.” This implies that everyone has to subsume in the circle of unity; for peace to reign supreme. Divya Shanti Mahotsav (Divine Peace Mega-Festival) clearly seemed to be one such circle drawn by His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji.

Beyond the boundaries of this auspicious circle, when I look down at the society, I find it fragmented, divided and torn into pieces. The earth flourishing under my shade has so many boundaries that despite being sky, I can’t count them.

I clearly see that man of today does not show affinity with people of other religions, castes, creeds, and communities. He does not even hesitate from stooping down to confrontation, communal riots, and bloodshed. Due to this discriminatory mindset, the history has been witness to numerous bloody battles to such an extent that the stains of blood have dappled and smudged me (the sky) all over. On top of the list of all disputes is the horrible monster called– ‘Terrorism’. My wet eyes see human bombs blowing themselves off to show their animosity and disliking for people of a particular religion. I see so many rifts in society professing ‘isms’ like casteism, communalism, etc. I have been witness to an Age of Devotion also, when our revered saint Shri Ravidas Ji had said– “these castes are like layers clamped on a banana-tree. Just as the stem of a banana-tree is completely destroyed by peeling off layer after layer, even so discrimination in the name of caste and religion can annihilate the entire society.” These words of wisdom appear to have become the watch-word of the present era.

But, stop! Why am I thinking all this now? Now this watch-word is appearing to prove false. Why should I look elsewhere? Why not fix my eyes only on that fortunate part of the earth, where the divine currents of Divya Shanti Mahotsav danced? Where I saw… Every parochial feeling and divisive sentiment getting absorbed in the complete grandeur of unity! I saw… A strongly built, stout Sikh youth riding on a horse, holding and unfurling peace flag was acclaiming enthusiastically– ‘Jai Shri Ram! Jai Shri Ram!’ I saw… When a Muslim brother, from the dais, gave azaan (a call in a mosque for prayers), the whole enclosure replete with families of every sect and caste of India reverberated with clappings. I saw… When Bhojpuri devotional songs were sung from dais, even Muslim brothers sitting amidst spectators jumped and danced and the Sikh brothers hopped to the tunes of folk dance (Bhangra) full of life and agility. Responding to a devotional song in Marathi, a brother was heard after three days of the mega-event saying– “I don’t know Marathi, but the magic in the Marathi devotional song was so mesmerizing that the melodious tunes still reverberate in my ears.”

On seeing this unique display of unity in diversity, my eyes welled up and I felt proud. I got into a reverie, thinking and comparing that apart from this huge courtyard of Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji, how many Hindus in society feel elated on hearing azaan or seeing light of chiraag (lighted lamp) in the mosque? How many Muslim brothers taste the sweetness of reciting ‘Jai Shri Ram’? How many Sikh brothers experience the teachings of their gurus in the Vedic mantras and compositions too? I could hardly find any other single model in the society.

Ishwar, Khuda, Waheguru, God... by whatever name we may call that Supreme Being, He is essentially divine light. Even then, today we can see so many disputes, discrimination and communal hatred in His name. The sole reason is that we have not perceived and practically experienced the sovereign Truth, His elemental form– Divine Light.

His Holiness Ashutosh Maharaj Ji has applied this infallible and eternal formula. Through the divine instrument of Brahm Gyan (Divine Knowledge), He has revealed to His followers the wondrous experience of One Truth, One God. That is why, His followers see and experience the ‘One’ in ‘all’– a perfect example of unity in diversity. Barriers and shackles of discrimination have banished. This was the precise reason that the Divya Shanti Mahotsav became the dais of proclamation of Indian Rishis of yore– “Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam– the whole world is one family!”

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2010-10-01T08:43:00.001-07:00

Commonwealth Games 2010 With A Twist!

Commonwealth Games 2010! One of the biggest multi-sport events of Delhi, India with athletes and sportsmen from 72 countries participating in 17 events! The fever and craze of CWG is all around. Everyone is in the spirit of sportsmanship. Then, why miss the chance? Come, let's also participate. Hey! By participating, we don't mean that you sit among the audience and watch the games. Instead, play as players. How?

Well, Akhand Gyan gives you a special chance to actively take part in these games. But, there is a little twist. Games will not be played in the outdoor stadiums. Rather, you will have to play these sports in your lives!

So, are you ready! Get into action.

Here we go...

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2010-09-30T11:48:00.001-07:00

Commonwealth Games 2010 With A Twist!

WRESTLING

Objective: To put your opponent on his back.

The Twist: Friends! This time you have to wrestle not against one but many opponents. Many opponents? Yes! The opponents of anger, lust, greed, attachment, and ego.

WEIGHTLIFTING

Objective: To lift up the weight.

The Twist: Oh! This time, the weights of corruption and unrighteousness, along with several others pressures will attempt to make you (your morals and principles) bow down. Beware! The slightest staggering from your moral values, character, and principles will make you lose this game.

SWIMMING

Objective: To reach the other shore at the fastest rate.

The Twist: Starting from one shore of materialism, you have to swim across the pool of karmas and sanskaras (past impressions). Thus, you have to reach the other shore of immortality without wasting even a single second, if you want to be the winner of this game.

ARCHERY

Objective: To shoot arrows from a bow to hit the target.

The Twist: Wow! An interesting game. But, this time the target is the 'target of life, i.e., attainment of God.' And you have to meet this target using the bow of human body. But alas! For hitting the target and hence winning the game of our life, we need the arrow of Brahm Gyan (Divine Knowledge).

Note for those wanting to be the winners:

For winning any game, we need a coach who can guide us at each step. Similarly, for playing any game of LIFE, we need a PERFECT MASTER (spiritual guru) as a coach!All the Best! May you be the winner in all life games!

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Post on the Wall!

Finally, the countdown is over and Delhi is hosting the biggest sports event till date. Commonwealth Games 2010– forming the headlines for weeks together… with too many discussions and too many suggestions! Too much of criticism and too much of pessimism! Certainly, each one of us got affected when we happened to hear the comments pouring in from different parts of the world regarding India’s capability and preparations!

Dear Akhand Gyan blog readers, through this blog we would like to know your opinion regarding the hullaballoo about the Commonwealth Games.

Post your comments in the box given below...

2010-08-31T03:10:00.000-07:00

Highly influenced by the distinctive ideology of DJJS and divine persona of Shri Ashutosh Maharaj ji, the September issue of Sadhna Path (a monthly magazine) comes out with a wide coverage of the organization and its founder.

2010-08-30T13:25:00.000-07:00

Power of Words- Can Make or Break!

Someone has rightly said, “First weigh, then say.” If you really wish to know what can go wrong if the words are not gauged before their application, just throw a glance at the following sentences:

Here are the extracts of some leave/absence request letters written by the employees:

An employee applied for casual leave in the following manner:

"Since I've to go to the cremation ground at 11 o'clock and I may not return, please grant me one day casual leave."

Another employee kept his request as:

"As my father-in-law has expired and I am only one responsible for it, please grant me 20 days leave."

A leave letter to the Principal:

"As I am studying in this college I am suffering from headache. I request you to leave me today."

XYZ Enterprises, Delhi: An employee applied for leave as follows:

"Since I have to go to my hometown to sell my land along with my wife, please sanction me two weeks leave."

Some more leave letters:
>> "I am suffering from fever, please declare one-day ."
>> "My wife is suffering from sickness and as I am her only husband at home I may be granted leave."
>> "As my headache is paining, please grant me leave for the day. "

>> "Dear Sir, with reference to the above, please refer to my ."

A few more glimpses of such 'funny' blunders:

Letter writing:

"I am well here and hope you are also in the same well."

Covering note:

"Respected Sir, I am enclosed herewith..."

A candidate's job application:

"This has reference to your advertisement for a 'Receptionist and a Sales-person: Male or Female'.... As I am both (!!) for past many years and I can handle both with good experience, kindly consider my application...

So, beware! All depends upon the careful usage of words while communicating! Once the art of “WHAT”, “WHEN”, and “HOW” to speak/convey is known, things flow smooth, without being caught in jams/roadblocks of misunderstanding or ambiguity.

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Now, just think on a broader perspective... Does this concept not apply on our life as a whole? If we know the art of WHAT, WHY, and HOW relating to our goal in life, then, undeniably, our lives too will run on fast track, and we will be enjoying a smooth and happy ride!

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2010-07-31T20:08:00.000-07:00

I am proud to be an Indian!

Corruption at its peak! Educated rendered unemployed! Clashes in the name of religion! Orthodox traditions and culture prevalent!... Unfortunately, these unpleasant facts have got attached with one of the highly glorious nations– INDIA. Every morning, a fresh set of such alarming headlines welcome you at your breakfast table. But today…

Today we bring to you a different face of India, acquainting with which you would not remorse on being an Indian. Rather, your heart would be filled with pride and beat instantly with the rythm of…Yeh Mera India; I love my India…
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The role of ancient India in nourishing the world is universally evident. Its contribution in furnishing a strong base for the world with her distinguished intellect, inventions/discoveries, rich culture, and values is an endless saga. Truly speaking, had India not provided this foundation, it would have been impossible for the world to tread the road of success and progress.

But, Past is past. The role of India in the present-day world is of more concern. Sometime back, a conference was held. In that, one of the participants, a patriot, started narrating the great contributions of ancient India to the world. Immediately then, another person stood up. Only superficially Indian, his mind and brain were all coloured in the shades of British. He shot a sarcastic remark– ‘Why do you always play the same old, stale tunes? Do you have anything new to credit to your being an Indian?’ The other person could not reciprocate and remained silent. So that, in future, this incident does not repeat itself; so that, every Indian can bombard unbeatable answers in reply to such taunting remarks, we are presenting here some facts. These startling facts themselves speak, how even today India is nourishing the whole world with her rich caliber and unmatched potential…

1. Silicon valley:

What you know… It is a leading hi-tech hub in Northern California, United States involving world’s best engineers and top-notch venture capitalists.

What you don’t know…Every 4 out of its 10 start-ups are run by Indians!

2. Fortune 500:

What you know… It is an annual list compiled by Fortune magazine. In this list, the top 500 U.S. closely held and public corporations are ranked by their gross revenue.

What you don’t know… Of the Fortune 500 companies, 220 companies outsource their software-related work to India.

3. NASA:

What you know… An agency of the United States government, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is responsible for the nation's public space program. NASA has been playing a commendable role in space exploration since its inception. Its huge list of achievements includes – the Apollo missions to the Moon, the Skylab space station, the Space Shuttle, etc.

What you don’t know… 36% of NASA employees are Indians.

4. MICROSOFT:

What you know… Microsoft Corporation is a US-based multinational computer technology corporation. It develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products for computing devices.

What you don’t know… 34% of MICROSOFT employees are Indians.

5. IBM:

What you know… International Business Machines Corporation is a well known world's largest computer company and systems integrator. Its performance in the field of computer hardware, software, IT service management is unmatchable.

What you don’t know… 28% of IBM employees are Indians.

6. INTEL:

What you know… Intel is the world's largest semiconductor chip maker. The company is the inventor of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers. Well known and much-opted Pentium processors were also introduced by INTEL.

What you don’t know… 17% of INTEL employees are Indians.

7. Xerox:
What you know… Xerox Corporation is a global document management company which manufactures and sells a range of color and black-and-white printers, multifunction systems, photo copiers, digital production printing presses, and related consulting services and supplies.

What you don’t know… 13% of XEROX employees are Indians.

8. Great Army:
What you don’t know… India has the third-largest army in the world, nearly 1.5 million strong.

9. Great brains:
What you don’t know… India has the second-largest pool of scientists and engineers in the world. 12% of Scientists in America are Indians.

10. Great doctors:
What you don’t know… Pooling their rich experience and knowledge, 38% of Doctors in America are Indians.

11. Great jewelers:
What you don’t know… There is absolutely no match to India’s caliber in diamond jewelry. India is the world’s premier center for diamond cutting and polishing. Nine out of every 10 diamonds sold in the world pass through the skillful hands of Indian.

12. Great Networks:
What you don’t know… Indian Railways is the largest railway network in the world under single management.

13. Great Producers:

What you don’t know… India is the second-largest cement-producing country in the world, producing more than 110m tonnes.

14. Great Democracy:
What you don’t know… India is the largest democracy in the world, with nearly 400m voting in the last national elections.

15. Great Satellite-launchers:

What you don’t know… Among the leading nations in the world launching space satellites, India ranks 6th in the list.

16. Great Economy:
What you don’t know… India is the second fastest growing economy in the world. With more than 70,000 bank branches, India leads the world in the area of banking.

The list of such facts is endless… and, it will continue to grow…

So, after coming across all these facts, don't your hearts swell with pride? Certainly, the blessings of our great seers and sages are still alive in the soil of India. These blessings have always and will always keep our Great India alive in its full zeal and spirit…

So, always feel proud to be an Indian.

JAI HIND!

Archives – Pick Your Favorite Section & Relish the Treat!

2010-06-30T06:42:00.001-07:00

The Era’s Voice / Shri Ashutosh Vachnamrit

-Divine Disquisition of The Master

English

Hindi

Science & Spirituality /Vedic Vigyaan

-an encyclopedic probe into the experiments of the super-scientists of yore

English

Hindi

Spiritual Remedies for Global Maladies/ Samyik Charcha

-a forum to strike off the global issues of worry by the strokes of wisdom

English

Hindi

Nurturing Discipleship /

Guru Bhakti

- Soul soother for disciples/devotees

English

Hindi

Values Breed Success/

Safal Jeevan Ke Sutra

-tablets for grooming ones wholesome personality

English

Hindi

So come and discover the sequel to the successful world…

Insightful Discourse/

Divya Jyoti ka Darshan

- Embracing the soulful mysteries…

English

Hindi

Reforming the Youth/

Yuvako- Jaago Aur Jagao

-Empowering the backbone of the nation

Hindi

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2010-05-31T22:48:00.002-07:00

Spiritually Engineered

It's a common belief that religion is a resort for the ones who are mental couch potatoes or timid – lacking the courage to face and fight the struggle for existence. Or, that it is supposed to be an escape for the blind-believers who cannot understand logics. One reason for this scepticism could be that the religion, which gained popularity over the years, was at its core far away from its true essence. Therefore, the religious practices prevalent today are stripped of their soul and purpose. The aim of Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan is to sweep away the misconceptions and restore the lost grandeur of Spirituality – the science of experience. It is working towards affirming the fundamental and essential nature of all religions – which is scientific and, hence, practical.

The mission from time to time organizes spiritual workshops in the premises of various colleges and institutes.

This time we will make our blog readers visit the premises of Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT), Delhi, India. Many of the faculty members of the institute were imparted with Divine Knowledge (Brahm Gyan) by the grace of His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji. So let’s hear a more profound aspect of life discovered in the tongue of technology by the engineers of MAIT.

Navneet Yadav, Senior Lecturer,
Electronics and Communication Dept.

Qs. Did you believe in the existence of God before being imparted with Divine Knowledge?

Ans. I always had this belief that there is a supernatural power which governs the cosmos and all its events. However, I never had the inclination or interest to know more about this power.

Qs. Nowadays, students are so much stressed and they go for meditation. Being their guides do you also suggest them to go for it?

Ans. I had heard of 'Meditation' and its manifold benefits for attaining a certain level of mental peace. Then, one day, I got to know from the college authorities about the spiritual workshop of Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan, which was to be conducted in the college premises itself. I attended the workshop sessions and was greatly inspired. The preachers explained us the true meaning of meditation. They said– “Meditation is an inner phenomenon. For it to happen, involvement of two entities – the Observer and the Target – is a must. The observer alone cannot do meditation. There has to be a target for the observer to focus upon. The highest form of meditation is to focus on the Divine Light of God. Only then, one can establish a perfect communication channel with Him. Divine Knowledge (Brahm Gyan) is the means to reveal, perceive, and realise this divine light within the self. Then, one can literally 'see' this light!” So far, I had not heard of seeing light with eyes closed. Therefore, this thought certainly aroused curiosity within me, as I wanted to concentrate on the divine light and work out a higher level of peace for myself.

Qs. Apart from the experience of Divine Light, was there any other aspect of meditation that fascinated you? Please share.

Ans. There is a very practical aspect of this meditation that literally pulled me in. Often our mind wanders in the lanes of past and future troubles. The blunders and mishaps of the past, which hardly have any significance in the present, create unnecessary pain in our minds. The fears about the distant future create pointless anxiety and weariness. Through the meditation of Brahm Gyan, a worldly person like me also learns to concentrate on the vital energy inherent in the breaths. This constant focus on the breaths holds the mind from going astray and helps it to remain active and conscious in the present. The actual happiness lies in dwelling only in the present state of affairs. Through meditation alone, we can consistently practice this.

Qs. Since you are a faculty in the Electronics and Communication Department, would you like to send a message across to the readers about how this Divine Knowledge is a scientific phenomenon?

Ans. My main subject is Digital Signal Processing (DSP). In DSP, we teach how the state of a circuit converts from '0' (No Voltage) to '1' (Up Voltage). Taking this analogy, I would like to say that although we are living in this world, we are not aware that there is an inner world too, which is infinitely more beautiful and expansive than this outer world. We all should seriously attempt to explore this inner world. For, until we attain this divine realisation, our life's circuit is in the 'dead' or zero state. On the other hand, after the attainment of Divine Knowledge from a Perfect Master, the divine signals run across our life's circuit converting it to the state of '1', pertaining to power and voltage. This state (1) is the symbol of success and happiness.

Harendra Kumar Singh, Lecturer,
Mechanical and Automation Dept.

Qs. When did you get the inspiration for Divine Knowledge?

Ans. After listening to the rational and revolutionary discourses of DJJS, I was greatly impressed. The preachers explained spiritual concepts to us in a very systematic and logical way. For example, they said that the smallest unit of matter is atom. An atom has infinite energy. Currently, scientists are trying to tap this immense energy. I had this information from my knowledge of Physics. However, the new aspect which they put forth was why should we try only to harness energy in the atoms outside? It would be a greater approach and far more advantageous if we awaken the dormant energies present within our inner soul. This energy is boundless. It is bound to be always constructive, as it is divine in nature. Divine Knowledge teaches us how to do this practically.

Qs. As you are a faculty in the Mechanical Engineering Department, would you like to send a message across to the readers about how this Divine Knowledge is a scientific phenomenon?

Ans. In theory of Machines, there are two terms. One is – 'Kinematic Chain' and the other is – 'Mechanisms'. Kinematic Chain is made by conjunction of many links. However, none of the links are fixed. As a result, the movement of a kinematic chain is always random and unpredictable. The direction of rotation of the chain cannot be predicted. So, we cannot expect any controlled and accurate output from it. This is the reason why we need Mechanisms. In Mechanisms, we make at least one link as fixed. Today, whatever working machine you see is actually a form of Mechanism. In life, too, we need such a link which is fixed, so as to generate an output which is predictable and accurate as desired. I can say that this link is the Perfect Master (a Spiritual Guru). Once we are attached to this link, life too operates just like a properly functioning machine.

Typical Lessons from Atypical Beauties

2010-03-31T15:07:00.000-07:00

A Safari to the Mysterious Animal Kingdom

Ever heard of any in-out relationship between Eyes and Stomach?

A CROCODILE has a peculiar digestive system. The moment anything enters into its stomach, tears start dripping out from its eyes! What an unusual chemistry!

Friends, this is what I wish to tell you… Tears, which lack warmth of emotions or sentiments, are nothing more than the drops of salty water. You must have heard of a sarcastic phrase bearing my name, often attached to 'fictitious tears'… It is- 'crocodile tears'!

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How faithfully do you adhere to the tips of health and hygiene in your everyday life?

Are you familiar with the RACCOON? It bears a strong resemblance to a pussycat. However, unlike a cat, a raccoon eats wild fruits and seeds but in a commendable manner! Yes, it always washes and cleans its food in the river water before eating.

Because, I know and value the importance of cleanliness and sattwikta for leading a healthy life. You too should never compromise in this regard. Always remember a mathematical equation that 'Hygiene + Vegetarianism = Fit Body + Healthy Mind'.

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How many brains do you possess?

Of course, we all know very well that we have one brain. But, how many brains does a SILKWORM possess? … 2,3,4,… No! Go on incrementing the counter till it becomes 11. Yes! 11 brains in total! Can you just imagine?

Beware! I wish to alert you all with a cautionary suggestion that don't you ever run your wisdom-free mind in sewing a labyrinth of arguments. Else, you too would get trapped in the mesh of a cocoon as I entangle myself!

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How much weight can you lift?

Let's say that you weigh 'x' kilograms. Just try to find out the weight that you can lift in proportion to 'x'. Let's now repeat the exercise for an ant and compare the results. How much weight do you think that a little-trifle ant can lift? … Just hold your breaths… A staggering figure of 50 times its own weight!

That's right! I can easily carry things huge in proportion compared to my own dimensions. Reason being that I possess a never-say-die spirit. What if I have thin, hair-like legs! But, my resolution is strong, enormous, and mountain-like.

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Can you walk on a blade's edge?

Ouch!- This will be the instant exclamation, suffused with pain and drops of blood, if someone accidentally happens to run even his finger on the sharp edge of a blade. But does it apply to all or is there any exception? Yes! The great snail stands different! It can very easily and freely walk on the sharp edge of a razor!

Actually, there is a secret behind this peculiar characteristic of mine. When I walk, I release a viscous, gluey fluid called mucus; and, also, keep myself encased in a thick covering called mantle… Hey! I have heard that your path of bhakti is also like a sword's edge! So, take my smart advice- Generate the divine fluid of Devotion and cover yourself with a defensive shield of the Master's Commandments! Then for sure, you will enjoy a smooth, frictionless skating through the sharp edge, which is otherwise difficult and a challenging one!

2010-03-31T14:30:00.001-07:00

Snakes And Ladders

In the game of snakes and ladders, it is luck which plays the key role. But in the snakes and ladders of our lives, it is our choices which play the key role.Have we woken up to the right choices yet?

(click on the game to have a enlarged view)

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2010-03-13T08:29:00.000-08:00

INVITATION FOR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan extends hearty wishes to all on the auspicious occasion of Indian New Year on 16th March, 2010. We take this grand opportunity to invite all our blog readers on 21st March, 2010 at Divya Dham Ashram(Qutubgarh Road, Punjab Khore), where His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji will enlighten us about the profound richness of Indian Culture through His invaluable words of wisdom. So, come and drench yourself in the holy showers of His blessings!

2010-03-13T06:28:00.000-08:00

Heartiest New Year Wishes to All!

Possibly, many of you would have been confounded by these wishes. You must be wondering that it has been more than two months when we celebrated New Year on 1st January, 2010. So, how come renowned new year eve is being celebrated in the month of March!

But, dear readers, how many of you are aware of the fact that the aroma of sanctity rising from India's land, sky's scintillating stars and this whole universe is extending its hearty wishes to you on the dawn of the new year on the 16th of this month. India's rich heritage– our great saints and the holy treatises– all are bestowing their New Year wishes on this very day. According to our Indian calendar, Shukla pratipada of the month of Chaitra, i.e. 16th March this time, marks the beginning of the New Year for India. This time, it is going to be the 2067 th ‘Shobhana’ Samvatsar.

Honestly answer, were you aware about this New Year prior? If not, then, now that you have come to know about it, would you honour this day and consider it as the beginning of the New Year? And, if you already knew about it, would you have celebrated it with the same fervour as you celebrate the eve of 1st January? These are few questions that have been often getting a negative response. So, in order to discontinue this trend and furnish the foundations for the day when every Indian would respond affirmatively to such questions, we here present some rekindling facts and rational thoughts from His supremacy Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji.

According to the Indian calendar, on the day of chaitra shukla pratipada, the vibrancy, fervour, and freshness is automatically reflected from each and every particle of Nature. Not one but many ideologies declare it to be the first day of the New Year. For instance:

Nature dances and rejoices!

On the onset of Chaitra Shukla, extreme brutal cold nearly dies down. Cold dry winds turn into sweet, free flowing air. For the spring season, poet Kalidasa beautifully says– ‘सर्वंप्रिये चारूतरम बसन्ते!’ Shri Krishna remarks in the Holy Gita - "Amidst all seasons, I am the ‘spring’!" On the eve of Chaitra Shukla, supremacy of the spring season prevails and rules over the nature. New petals unfold on the branches. Flowers boom with sweet nectar. The rainbow colours of spring are seen everywhere. Bright sunny days elongate and dark nights become shorter. Each and every atom dances with new excitement and enthusiasm, as if it is ready to march ahead with new resolutions. The environment depicting this kind of aura, awareness, and progress certainly assures of the arrival of New Year time.

Season of Celebrations All Around!

With the beginning of Chaitra, from Kashmir to Kerala, festive mood spills all over. ‘Nauroj’ or ‘Navreh’ in Jammu & Kashmir, ‘Vaishakhi’ in Punjab, ‘Gudi Padwa’ in Maharashtra, ‘Yugadi’ in Andhra Pradesh, ‘Cheti Chand’ in Sindh, ‘Vishu’ in Kerela, ‘Rongali Bihu’ in Assam, ‘Poyala Vaishakh’ in Bengal, ‘Puthundu’ in Tamil Nadu– all of these festivities truly revive India's socio-cultural spirit. These festivals signal the dawn of the New Year in the real sense. During this time, Navratra also begins and all over India, Goddess Jagadamba's prayers laud loud. Hence, Chaitra Shukla is marked as the onset of the New Year with India's socio-cultural pride soaring high with rejuvenated spirits.

A Day of Historic Eminence!

If we look at historic dates and events, Chaitra Shukla pratipada appears as a queen of all. According to India's astrological calculations, on this day only, Lord Brahma created universe. It is described in the Brahman Puran that on this day, the process of creation of universe began-

चैत्रे मसि जगद ब्रह्मा ससर्ज प्रथमे अहनि
शुक्लपक्षे समग्रे तु सदा सूर्योदये सति

The 190th verse of the tenth chapter of Rigveda is evident in this context– samudraadarnavaadadhi samvatsaro ajaayata– meaning, from the gigantic oceanic waves sprang forth the Samvatsara. According to Smriti Kaustubh, on this auspicious day only, Lord Narayana incarnated Himself as Matsya avatar. It was on this pious day that Lord Rama was enthroned as the King of Ayodhya. In Dwaapar Yuga, Yudhishthira was also sworn in as the King on this day. This day is celebrated as the day of incarnation of the second Guru of Sikhs, Shri Guru Angad Dev Ji and saint Jhulelal of Sindh. Swami Dayanand Saraswati, as well, set the foundation stone of Arya Samaj on this benign day.

With such auspicious features on this brilliant and well-timed occasion, what to say if we, spirited by new resolutions, set the beginning of our day as the commencement of New Year! The need is to re-vitalise and revivify the respect for our Indian culture in the heart of every individual. And, so we all should celebrate our Indian New Year and melodise it with our traditional songs to impart new heights to our cultural evolution!

Moreover, if you feel that celebrating our own New Year would mean singing our own tunes and standing odd one out from the rest of the world, then please pay attention and analyse on the following three aspects:

1. If Japan can celebrate, in the native traditional style, its New Year day on its conventional date; If Myanmar can celebrate in the mid of April its New Year day ‘Tijaan’; Iran celebrates in mid of March its new year day ‘Nauroj’; China, according to Lunar calendar, celebrates during Jan 21- Feb21 its New Year day as Asrian; Thai and Cambodian people celebrate their new year in the month of April... then why we Indians can't celebrate the new year day on Chaitra Shukla pratipada according to our Indian calendar, Panchang?

2. If all our financial transactions and budget, the sessions in the schools and educational institutes, etc. consider 1st April as the day of commencement of the New Year, then why don’t we actually celebrate the beginning of the New Year on the day of Chaitra Shukla Pratipadha, which falls near around this period only?

3. If we abide by Panchang for all our auspicious rituals, fasts, marriages, festivities and other festivals, then why not the first day of every year?

Akhand Gyan At Your Click!

2009-12-30T10:21:00.000-08:00

Dear Akhand Gyan readers! We are glad to bring to you a bagful of online surprises this year. Acceding to your requests, Akhand Gyan is launching its first online issue. Now, you can recharge yourself online with 2 complete issues of Akhand Gyan. So, plug in to the links below and feel the boost!

ONLINE ISSUE IN ENGLISH

ONLINE ISSUE IN HINDI

Archives – Pick Your Favorite Section & Relish the Treat!

2009-12-30T10:20:00.000-08:00

The Era’s Voice / Shri Ashutosh Vachnamrit

-Divine Disquisition of The Master

English

Hindi

Science & Spirituality /Vedic Vigyaan

-an encyclopedic probe into the experiments of the super-scientists of yore

English

Hindi

Spiritual Remedies for Global Maladies/ Samyik Charcha

-a forum to strike off the global issues of worry by the strokes of wisdom

English

Hindi

Nurturing Discipleship /

Guru Bhakti

- Soul soother for disciples/devotees

English

Hindi

Values Breed Success/

Safal Jeevan Ke Sutra

-tablets for grooming ones wholesome personality

English

Hindi

So come and discover the sequel to the successful world…

Insightful Discourse/

Divya Jyoti ka Darshan

- Embracing the soulful mysteries…

English

Hindi

Reforming the Youth/

Yuvako- Jaago Aur Jagao

-Empowering the backbone of the nation

Hindi

Shhh! Lis‘T’en to the Silent ‘T’…

2009-12-03T21:21:00.000-08:00

Ok, now ‘hear’ properly what we are going to tell you!

No…No… ‘listen’ to what we are going to tell you!

Hmm… what is the difference? Aha! There is a BIG difference.

Hear & Listen– They don’t mean the same. Though in common parlance we use them interchangeably, but there lies a big difference between their true import. The fact is, most of the times we only hear. Rarely do we listen!

Let’s try to grasp the difference...

The 6 year old Jim comes running to his father with something very exciting to share. But, Mr. Fredrick, Jim’s father, is busy reading the newspaper.

“Dad, Dad... I saw a beautiful rabbit in our garden.” Jim bursts out jumping on the ground.

“Hmm,” Mr. Fredrick replies from behind the newspaper without even looking at his son.

Jim, without saying anything, goes to his mother who is watering the plants and repeats his words... “Mom, there is a little rabbit in our garden there.”

Mrs. Fredrick (putting the water-pipe aside, bends down to reach her son and looks into his little eyes that have grown big out of excitement): Really! Why don’t you go and play with it, my dear!

And, Jim happily runs back to play with its new, little companion...

Though a small incident but it reveals a big secret! Even a small child can sense the gravity with which you pay heed to his words... that whether you simply hear him like Mr. Fredrick or really listen to him like Mrs. Fredrick. Your simple choice may mean a world of difference to other. No doubt, we have two ears in order to hear better but God has also given us one heart so that we can listen well.

Hearing is a physical ability while listening is a skill. One uses his ears to hear but his brain & heart to listen! More lucidly, ‘Hearing’ means that your ears are simply absorbing sound waves. ‘Listening’, on the other hand, also involves interpreting, evaluating, understanding, responding, and remembering!

Let’s move a little deeper into the concept...

What does it really mean to listen?

Just ponder! Spelling of LISTEN is not LISEN. The ‘T’ is silent.

This silent T teaches us the hidden aspect of listening, which carries with it the formula for rightly understanding what the other person is saying. The three teachings of this silent ‘T’ are:

1. T is for TALKING: Put your TALKING on silent mode when the other person is talking. First hear him fully. This is the first lesson taught by the silent ‘T’ of the word ‘lisTen’.
Many people think that in order to communicate it is essential to say something. But, remember that listening is communication in itself. The contribution of speaking and listening while communicating can be depicted by the pie chart shown below:

When we listen to others we develop a silent bond with them and communicate to them that we care about what they are telling us. However, a study shows that about 85% of the time when someone tells something to somebody, it takes less than one minute on average before that somebody cuts in with something else. This inability or, rather say, impatience of not letting the other person speak is one of the main reasons for divorce of couples. We are ever excited to barge in and sing our own song without giving chance to other. This loophole is active in case of children and parents as well. For instance, at the dinner table your child may be talking about some incident at his school. However, instead of focusing on what he's saying, you may just be too preoccupied with announcing the set of instructions to him to eat his food properly. In marketing sector as well, it is detrimental. One cannot make a sale or provide top-quality customer service simply by singing praises of his product unless he pays heed to what the customer needs.

Just imagine! This is the situation when God has given us two ears to listen and ‘only’ one mouth to speak. Even then we are unable to listen and put a pause on our talking. In fact, of all the animal species (even dogs), we humans listen the least. However, it is good to be an active listener first. And, if you think that you can listen and talk at the same time, then it’s not truly possible. It is extremely difficult to receive information and simultaneously send it out from your mouth.

To grasp the full difference between Hearing & Listening, and, to understand the teaching of the silent ‘T’, refer to the January and February2010 issues of English Akhand Gyan.

2009-11-03T10:27:00.000-08:00

YPSS & Karnataka In Flood

A perfect blend of Soul Service & Social Service was beautifully exemplified by the preachers and volunteers of DJJS’ Karnataka Branch under the prudent guidance of His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji. Here are some snapshots and a report...

Report: It surely demands your concern too!

Humanity was once again hit by a ruthless calamity that claimed thousands of lives in a blink. The state of Karnataka witnessed one of the worst ever flood situations in the last 100 years. Torrential rains left a trail of death and destruction in 15 districts of Karnataka damaging over 1,467 villages and two lakh houses. What followed were the echoes of painful wails and cries that resounded from the countless shattered hearts who became the unfortunate victims of the disastrous calamity. No figures can perhaps express the intensity of pain and grief, those tears and shrieks... These can only be realised and empathised by warm and caring hearts!

...Thus, was launched a caravan which carried with it a steadfast zeal to heal the shattered lives and soulful understanding to soothe their broken hearts. The preachers and volunteers of DJJS’ Bangalore branch initiated a drive – ‘North Karnataka Flood Relief Supply Programme.’

Under the aegis of His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji – founder & head, Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan, a team of initiated and dedicated volunteers was formed to dispense relief services at such an hour of peril without delay. Trucks loaded with relief materials (medicines, soaps, utensils, bed spreads, blankets, clothes, mineral water, tarpaline sheets (to construct temporary huts), mats, pulses, jaggery, jowar, wheat, rice, and other food items were sent to the affected areas. The volunteers not only offered the relief materials humbly to the victims but also lend ears to their mournful voices and consoled them through motivational counseling.

It exemplified an overwhelming participation by not only helping the shattered to receive the relief aid but also soothing their broken hearts with the holy words of His Holiness’ divine message of Brahm Gyan. Undoubtedly, it was a saga of a true, selfless, and a dedicated humanitarian act!

BUT, dear friends, that’s not the end. The efforts need to go on... and it undoubtedly seeks your participation as well. Wake up friends! It’s not their suffering alone! It’s humanity which is crying and is demanding your help for support. So, first awaken your dormant self through Self Realisation (Brahm Gyan). Because, only then you would be able to truly feel their wounds and listen to their painful cries... and then, you would not remain as just a mute spectator but would step ahead as a resolute soldier and a caring human being!

If you wish to donate, pls send a demand draft or cheque (Account Payee) in the name of 'Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan- Account Relief Fund' to Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (Head-office: Plot No. 3, Pkt. OCF, behind Pushpanjali Enclave, Parvana Road, Pitampura Ext., Delhi- 110034, INDIA).

2009-11-03T10:25:00.003-08:00

The REAL Social Service

Do you feel you hold some responsibility towards serving the poor and needy?

Do you think Spirituality has any role to play in Social Service?

Does charity mean offering food and clothes or donating money to the poor?

Divine Light:Hello! It’s Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (Divine Light Awakening Mission) online… standing with open arms to welcome the true seekers of God, people, who wish to see God!

Mr. A: What will happen by seeing God? I wud recommend that it’s much better if u go out and help those tens of thousands of poor & needy living, rather, dying on roads… feed them with basic necessities so that they r not forced to bid a torturous farewell to their own lives in the arms of poverty & hunger!

Divine Light: We really appreciate ur noble feelings, ur pain for the state of the society & definitely agree to what u say! But, do you think that such help alone wud bring colors to their lives? Wud this really change the dismal state of the society??

Mr. A: Of course yes! Why not? The society today is in dire need of such social activities and activists!

Divine Light: But, how do u assure that the social help offered in the form of food & clothing wud be a substantial answer to their problems?

Mr. A: Why not?

Divine Light: Ok, u serve a person with food once… Won't he need it again? The clothes offered by u wud need to be replaced by new ones after some time, won't they?

Mr. A: That's right! Butttt… something is better than nothing… u see! At least one can extend some amount of help to the needy!

Divine Light: OK …in that case, why not then serve them in toto? Why restrict to just doing 'something' for the needy?

Mr. A: What do u mean? I am unable to peg my understanding to your views…

Divine Light: Hey friend … we only mean to say that real 'Social Service' demands 'Soul Service' first, as the basis to stand!

Mr. A: I don't get u!

Divine Light: Basically, the giver and the receiver, both shud bear a connection with God… Only then, the social help extended can work wonders for both the giver and the taker!

Mr. A: How do u say that? What's the logic behind it?

Divine Light: OK, let’s first talk about the necessity of the spiritual connection on the receiving end… It is essential so that the person in need is able to fully avail ur services! Because, if he is lacking the basic zeal, the spirit to change his fate, then in that case ur help wud not make any difference। That what shud precede social help of any kind is the basic current of liveliness! Zeal! A spirit to change oneself… to stand on one's feet!

Mr. A: U r right! I agree! But…how???

Divine Light: Well, there's only one-way for that– to see God, within oneself!

Mr. A: Ummmm… by seeing God???

Divine Light: Yes, definitely! Becoz, seeing God means establishing one to one connection with the Divine Light within, the energy keeping us alive! The permanent connection with this perennial source of energy means a 24 hr charging… Charging oneself with enthusiasm, zeal, bliss, & prudence!

Mr. A: Whatever u say sounds quite appealing … and, how is this spirituality essential for the other side, i.e., the one who is doing social service? Well…becoz, if he is involved in such noble work, it is for sure that his outlook towards life is not dull and lethargic!

Divine Light: Right! Let's understand the justification of the need for a spiritual (soul) connection at the donor's end as well…… Suppose a man is going somewhere & he happens to see on the way a very poor man, in torn and tattered clothes… asking for alms! What do u think the man will do?

Mr. A: He wud give him some money!

Divine Light: Correct! But, to his utter surprise……rather, a dreadful shock, while returning in the evening, he happens to find the same man lying dead and surrounded by some people. On inquiring, he comes to know that the beggar drank (cheap & poor quality) liquor with all the money he had collected & hence the result!

Mr. A: But, then what shud one do? Do u intend to say that one shud not serve the poor?

Divine Light: No…of course not! Becoz, what if the beggar is actually hungry from days together… ur money may lend him a new lease of life!

Mr. A: Ya, u r right! I m getting what u r trying to say… that one needs to possess the power of discrimination or wisdom! Isn't it??

Divine Light: Absolutely! One needs an eye of wisdom to make the right judgment! And, that is what spirituality offers! Becoz, by the grace of a True Spiritual Guru, ur connection with the Lord is re-established! And, the one who is the guide of the entire Universe, the Supreme Judge, free from all sorts of errors and flaws, perfectly prudent, with such a Judge/Master seated on the judgment seat, how can ur decisions go wrong?

…No chance of landing into trouble or a sorry state!
… There's one more hidden aspect!

Mr. A: What's that?

Divine Light: What will happen if a seed is thrown into fire?

Mr A:It will burn! Destroyed forever! Will never sprout!

Divine Light: 100% correct! So, cud u deduce from this the hidden benefit from spirituality?

Mr. A: Not really!

Divine Light: Exactly the same is the fate of the Karmic seeds of our (the needy's) past deeds, due to which one actually has to bear such misery & poverty। They (bad karmas) meet their end when exposed to the fire of Divine Knowledge! Hence, the clutches of tortures and miseries are let open! Making the person free forever! …That's why, we said– a Permanent solution!

Mr. A: Oh! I m enriched after this eye-opening chat! Thanks! U r right in saying that one should not restrict to just 'something'; rather, serve in totality, by keeping spirituality at the base!… Now, for me to march ahead towards this completeness… I request u to please let me know how??

Divine Light: U r most welcome to any of our branches any time! They r open for one & all… Always!

(Mail us at akhandgyan@gmail.com
to seek the address of the branch nearest to ur place, if you are interested in learning the true art of social-service.)

2009-10-02T19:57:00.000-07:00

Master Time, Master Life

Here are some useful suggestions and tips regarding Time Management…

Failing to plan is planning to fail:
Decide your priorities well. Planning is essential. Manage time creatively. Be determined and disciplined to focus your time around your priorities. By using the faculty of discrimination, make sure that the most meaningful things in your life should not be sacrificed to those that are least meaningful.

Do not allow your being become a fragmented personality:
Take a comprehensive look at every dimension of your life, be it a personal, social, or spiritual development goal. Here, proper prioritization is absolutely essential. This necessarily calls for giving up living life in compartments. Develop a firm understanding that whatever you do forms one indivisible whole. Your conduct and behaviour at home affects the way you act at your work place. Your treatment of people at the work place affects the way you will treat your family members. It is utterly absurd to presume that efficient time management is focussing at the workplace and discarding it at closing hours. Consider it as an all-encompassing system in which all dimensions of life are impacted to make life more fulfilling and balanced.

Spend time in High-impact activities:

Make sure that you expend your time on activities, which have a lasting value. Activities, which yield real and lasting results, should take the major slice of your time. It is these activities that influence the quality of your life. It is not quantity in terms of number of years but quality in terms of time spent in value-addition, i.e. life lived well, which counts and leaves a lasting impression. Quality of life depends on time spent in ‘high-impact’ activities. Time spent in superfluous and frivolous activities is sheer wastage of time.

Of all the good activities, which add to the quality of life, time spent in spiritual pursuits counts for everything. Whether you are a nature lover or not, time spent in connecting with nature and showing gratitude for all that you are so fortunate to have is indeed highly enriching. Even time spent with spouse and children is a ‘high-impact’ activity, as it nourishes relationships and makes for a well-knit family. All said and done, time spent in ‘renewing’ your mind, your body, and (most importantly) your soul is highest among the ‘high-impact’ activities, as it greatly helps in spiritual pursuits and the ultimate goal of spiritual enlightenment. These ‘high-impact’ activities enable one to design the kind of life he wishes or deserves. So, wisdom lies in directing all your time to such activities that count in the long run. The sum and substance is that enlightened people are priority driven.

Cultivate ‘deathbed mentality’:

A highly potent weapon, which all serious time management seekers should arm themselves with, is cultivating a ‘deathbed mentality.’ It is a very practical way of looking at life. This mentality reminds you again and again that today could be your last day; so you should savour it to the fullest. It teaches you to live life as if it was your last day. It enables one to live every moment to the maximum. This ‘deathbed mentality’ serves as the biggest question of one’s life’s purpose. So, this question has the power to change your life in the direction that benefits you the most. It protects you from the destructive habit of procrastination. It energises your days and creates a rush of zest and zeal to all that you do. You start focusing on meaningful things that you have been putting off. You learn to stop squandering time on petty pursuits. Thus, this mentality saves you from getting bogged down into a quagmire of crisis and chaos.

Acquire and employ the most-effective tool, and mastering time naturally comes to you:
In one’s personal odyssey, one can learn to master time by employing the tools of dedication, determination, and discrimination; yet this art of personal government, i.e. self-improvement, is best learnt and imbibed if the secret of knowing and realising the true self within is revealed to you. And, it is possible through imparting of Divine Knowledge by a genuine preceptor capable of putting you through the transcendental experience of DIVINITY.

Upon such trans-dichotomous experiences, one enters the realm of understanding that he is not merely a human being having a spiritual experience but a spiritual being having a human experience. Through the light of Divine Knowledge, one acquires a new realisation that he is not just in the world but the world is in him. On being tuned to his inner voice, his life is naturally attributed with the skill of time management and its efficient utilisation, and is thus tracked on the roads of perfection & success.

Mastering time and, in turn, mastering life presupposes learning the art of aligning and attuning with the Divine. Implicit in it is the supreme art of inward looking through the Divine Eye, awakened at the time of Brahm Gyan. It is regular meditation through this Divine Eye on divine light inside that is the key to living life in God-consciousness amidst the chaotic conditions all around. Once you are God-attuned, anything you do has to be the best. Be that then managing time or managing life!

2009-09-15T08:56:00.000-07:00

STRESS-BUSTER

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Energy tanks drained out!

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Negative emotions haunting!

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Will Power & concentration have become aliens!

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Stress-free life is a dream!

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Do you feel you fit well somewhere in the above reel?

YES! But, I don’t want it to be my life-reel. How do I change the picture of my life from this stressful state to a stress-free one?

Simple! Punch the bunch of problems!

But how?

Ok, first you tell why do you come under stress?

Everything around me– my job, family… all, at some or the other time, become the cause of stress and tensions! I go mad running from here and there, each time solving this and that… How can one carry out so many tasks, that too in a limited time? After all, a human being is not a machine that you can make him work all 24-hours!

So, you mean to say that you are compressed as well as stretched!

Compressed & Stretched?

Yeah, like this…

Doesn’t this resemble your problem?

Yes, it does!

See what happens…
When load is applied on a spring, it becomes either stretched or compressed. However, the spring has an internal tendency to regain its de-stressed state. The restoring force in the spring helps it in doing that.
F = - k x
where,
x - The distance and direction in which the spring is deformed
F - The magnitude and direction of the restoring force the spring exerts
k - The spring constant or force constant of the spring.

Likewise, when a load is exerted upon us, we too get deformed. We become physically exhausted and psychologically stressed. As a result, we feel irritated and restless. And, as per our internal tendency, each one of us direly tries to regain the stress-free state. But, to regain the much-aspired de-stressed state, we need to procure the restoring force, i.e. an impetus equivalent to the massive load of stress and tensions. However, our inner batteries, being already discharged in meeting out the plethora of tasks, fail to charge us with the required potential. Hence, at times, we give up. Because, we are not able to gather the required impetus (the restoring force) within us to kick back the bagful of loads.

So, what’s the remedy?

We need to connect ourselves to such a power source from which we can draw sumptuous amount of energy, both physically and internally. Once our energy level increases, we are able to gather the requisite amount of impetus. This, in turn, helps us to overcome the heavy load of workloads and mental tensions and, thus, brings us back to our stress-free state.

What is that power source from where we can meet our energy requirements?

Here is the answer:

The hormone which is responsible for generating energy & power in the human body is ‘Melatonin’। Ordinarily, the secretion of Melatonin is only for 6-10 minutes during our sleep hours. This ‘limited’ quantity gradually decreases and finally gets exhausted while we carry out the huge set of our mundane activities. Soon, we find ourselves surrounded by stress, tensions, and other problems.

If, somehow, the level of this hormone is increased in our body, the results shall be stupendous…won’t they? All ailments related to mental weaknesses, negative emotions, intellectual dullness will vanish in no time…

But the BIG QUESTION remains– ‘How to increase the level of this hormone, Melatonin, which, in turn, can prove to be magical for increasing energy levels within us and charge our internal batteries?’

Well, this can only be achieved by activating the Pineal Gland, which secretes Melatonin… And, the only way to get the Pineal gland activated is through Brahm Gyan (Divine Knowledge) by a Perfect Master, who opens our Third Eye by transmitting His spiritual energy. He, thus, enables us to push back and throw away forever the massive baggage, in fact the garbage of stress and tensions. And, hence, the picture of our life changes to become the best!

Dear Friend, we hope your problem is solved now.

Absolutely YES!

Brahm Gyan seems to be the master key to all the problems! So, I am going to get that from?

From, Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan...by the grace of His Holiness Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji.

2009-07-06T07:26:00.000-07:00

Jack n Jill… & the Spiritual Pill

(Cick on the image to have enlarged view)

Statistics say that nearly 70 million people all over the globe are facing the music of eating disorders. 1 in 5 females are suffering from such disordered eating. What more, around 24 millions of Americans are fighting tooth and nail with this problem!

So, you can see it’s just an unchecked eating approach or undisciplined practice! It’s indeed an epidemic, which has swept away the present day bustling and faddish society. Symptoms are quite apparent– Acidity! Gastroenteritis! Frequent cramps! Upset stomach! Dyspepsia! Obesity!

Really, if Shakespeare had to write a novel in the present era, he would have posed a different gridlock situation: ‘What to eat, what not to eat?’ Also, ‘When to eat, when not to eat?’

Is there a key to this behavioural lock? …Indeed there is!

Spiritual Pill for Eating Disorders

Patient: Swami ji, why eating disorder? Obesity?...
Swami: Dear, only two bases are there– ‘Lack of self-control’ and ‘Unstable intellect’! Lord Krishna says– “Those who are deluded and cling to sensual pleasures have misled intellect. They lack: ‘Vyasayatmika buddhi’. They are not established in the self with concentrated fixity.” (Gita- 2/44)
Patient: But Swami ji, I can’t help. I unconsciously get pulled to the yummy foodstuffs; get deluded by personal and social conditionings.
Swami: That’s exactly the symptom of two above-mentioned spiritual ailments.
Patient: Any cure?
Swami: Sure! ‘Yogastha kuru karmani sang tyaktva’ (Gita 2/48)– Being fixed in Yoga and having abandoned all attachments, do thy actions.
Patient: What’s Yoga?
Swami: It’s the divine union of lower self to the higher one!
Patient: How to accomplish this union?
Swami: For union, foremost condition is to have face-to-face encounter between the ‘self’ of both order: lower and higher. Let your lower self commune with your higher self through meditation (based on Brahm Gyan).
Patient: Come on, Swami ji! Just a petty eating disorder and such an outsized pill– Brahm Gyan! Perception of higher Self! Are you kidding?
Swami: That’s another delusion! Eating disorder is not a petty one। The rasa/raga of taste is the most difficult roadblock to crossover. The Lord says– ‘Rasa varjam rasoayasya param drishtva nivartaty,’ meaning by, ‘rasa’ ceases only when Supreme (Higher Self) is seen or perceived. And, on perceiving the Higher Self, once you get tuned to it– you are bestowed with higher intellect and stronger Will-power to say ‘No!’ for whatever and whenever required.

2009-05-06T05:43:00.000-07:00

The Sure-Shot Remedy for all ailments!

Men of wisdom say that cure lies in recharging the discharged enthusiasm, will-power, and spirit. And, to recharge these, the only effective medium is ‘Brahm Gyan’.

Brahm Gyan :
: An eternal science – Practical Spirituality

: An age-less technique of meditation
: Opening of the Third Eye, a subtle gateway to the inner world

: Bestows first-hand experience of the luminous self within

Scientific outlook of Brahm Gyan:

Beta: 14 – 30 Hz., Highly Alert
Alpha: 8 – 14 Hz., Relaxed
Theta: 4 – 8 Hz., Drowsiness
Delta: 0.5 – 4 Hz., Dreamful Sleep

In the course of the day, our brain is continuously at play.

It emits various brain waves ranging from

BETA --> ALPHA --> THETA --> DELTA.
In a way, a considerable amount of energy gets dissipated. Only in deep dreamless sleep, this exhausted energy bank gets replenished.

Brahm Gyan’ meditation is the portal to get transported to the same resourceful state of being.

During the silent hours of Brahm Gyan’ meditation, one attains a perfect state of absorption & thoughtlessness similar to that of deep sleep. At this point, the activity of Pineal Gland gets stimulated manifold. The gland then secrets various feel-good hormones like melatonin serotonin, cortisol, etc. These hormones, in turn, energize & vitalize us thoroughly to bestow healthy body, peaceful mind & awakened soul. Thus,

Brahm Gyan’ meditation =

(Self-discipline + Right perception + Wisdom + Courage + Discrimination) Youth.

Here is a beautiful quote from our books of wisdom – the Vedas for all our young brothers & sisters:

Yuvaaku Shachinaam.
Yuvaaku Sumatinaam.

Jo apni indriyon va mann ka sangathan kare,
wahi yuva hai!

2009-03-22T01:02:00.001-07:00

27th March, 2009 – Are we aware of the significance of this date?

Or, if we say, do you know that 1st January does not mark the beginning of a New Year as per the scientific calculations our Indian Calendar? And, if so, then is it justified on our part, being Indians, to forget our own heritage and celebrate New Year as per the English Calendar?

What does our young generation of the 21st Century has to say on this?
A survey was conducted by Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (DJJS), wherein the views of school and college going students were collected. Here are the survey results…

To continue reading survey results and then the lucid views of His Holiness, Shri Ashutosh Maharaj Ji, click on the following links--

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Part-2

Part-3

2008-12-31T12:07:00.001-08:00

WISH YOU A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!

No Enmity in the World! ... Let this thought mark the NEW-ness in the Year(s) to come!!!
Friends, let’s celebrate the New Year with a firm resolution that we will selflessly work together to make this world a better place to live in… A place, where hatred and violence stands curtailed… And, only peace and brotherhood prevails.

Let’s resolve…

To live life to the fullest and with a noble vision…
To live each day for a new reason and a higher mission…
To spread smiles everywhere and all around…
And throw away all hatred and violence that surround!

Fun 'n' Learn

2008-12-04T21:45:00.001-08:00

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Hidden Message:

It tells us the formula to rise high & stay high in the world… How?!? Look at the story again... Here the 'Kite' & 'String' are symbolic of 'Achievements in Life' & 'Our Values' respectively.

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Recharge Your Soul-Card!

2008-12-04T06:03:00.000-08:00

NOKIA 000... Digital Screen...
Camera and Hand set with
AirTel prepaid connection!
Talk time- Rs.250.
Validity- 1 month.
All this at a cost of Rs.1,000 only.
Offer valid for just four days!
Limited sets…Hurry!!

Isn't this an attractive offer! Who will not be pulled by its magnetism and charm? One gentleman also happened to see this news as he was going through the newspaper. He, too, decided to set his foot in the world of mobile phones. He thought- 'Wow! So many colourful features in just one thousand rupees! Why not take benefit from this offer?' ...and he went to the nearest mobile phone dealer to buy the set! He bought the set according to the scheme advertised, understood all its functions properly, and, with great excitement, returned home. Aha! What to say of his life-style then! It utterly took a 'U' turn and wore a showy elegance, coded with jingling beeps and tones. Every other day, he would make a special effort to set a new ring tone, new wallpaper, and new colour settings. With immense pleasure and style, he attended the calls from his friends. He made calls... he received calls... and remained over-busy and over-excited without intermission for a month.

On completion of the month, when he dialed his brother's number, in place of his brother, some sister answered! The female voice said, 'The validity of your card has expired.' New to the world of mobile phones, the gentleman was taken aback the moment these words fell upon his ears! He tried the number for the second time... third time... but, the same message was relayed every time with the same politeness... However, that politeness tested the gentleman's patience and he was thoroughly agitated! That botheration was too much to bear. He got up with a start, dressed hurriedly, took his unwell-mobile and rushed to the shop from where he had purchased the set. On reaching there… No this or that, but straight attacks! Without warning, he began to shout at the shopkeeper, 'Listen Mr. Shopkeeper, exactly a month ago, I bought this mobile phone from your shop. But, this morning, when I wished to talk to one of my close relatives, a sweet voice gave me the bitter message that the validity of card has expired! Now what is this? I had paid the full prescribed amount to buy this phone!'

The shop-owner smiled and said, 'Sir, the validity of your card was for one month. You need to recharge your card!'

Gentleman: But, I charge this set daily... Why then recharge the card?

Shop-owner: Sir, this handset is just like an antenna, which catches the frequency of signals. Otherwise, the entire role is played by the card in it. Therefore, it is very essential to recharge the card.

Dear friends, though casually said, but this revelation by the shopkeeper cracks a vital secret-shell of human life. Could you catch the secret?

In reality, our physical self is like the handset of a cell phone. As done by that gentleman, we, too, charge our handset, i.e., our body, everyday- by taking food… by exercising! But, we forget to charge the card within this body, i.e., our Soul!

Here, many of our intelligent friends may remark- 'If soul is the card for this mobile phone-like body, then even without charging it everything seems to be going absolutely fine in our lives! Meaning, all the functions are activated and are running smoothly!'

But friends, this is our sheer misunderstanding. Perhaps, you are not aware that without this essential re-charging, the most important function of our life-mobile remains shut! What if some other features are in working condition?

Could not grasp! Ok, just have a second look at your mobile phone... Now, when the card expires, even then the functions like games, calculator, camera, etc. continue to work as before. But the main function for which the mobile phone is made, i.e., receiving and making calls- this function remains inactive. Similarly, when the soul-like card is not recharged, means the spiritual nature is not activated or awakened; even then, the sundry functions (like eating, drinking, working, etc.) continue within our lives-sphere. However, the main function/purpose of our existence- to send and receive signals from the Supreme, i.e., connection with the Lord- remains inert and inoperative. Neither we are able to listen to the wisdom-filled advice/message of the All-Pervading Power nor are we in a position to convey our heart-felt signals to Him. With this important function being absent, we fail to draw full benefits from our life (mobile). We are unable to pierce the wall of unreality and remain blocked without knowing the true meaning of life. The goal and motive of our life stands unachievable.

Then, what is the solution?

It's the same, as is applicable to the mobile phone. Recharge the card! But, now, how to recharge (awaken) our soul-card? Just as to recharge the mobile phone, we need a secret pin number, which we get from the shop owner; similarly, to awaken the soul, one needs to know the secret technique, which is bestowed upon only by the Perfect Master, a Spiritual Guru. In the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna tells Arjuna-

O Arjuna, What I am going to give thee is the most secret thing of all; the secret of secrets, the sovereign knowledge!

So, why tarry! Delay no longer! Get up and hasten! To recharge (awaken) your life-mobile card (soul), proceed to reach the spiritual authority (Guru) of the time. Sit at his lotus feet and know and receive from Him the secret technique (Brahm Gyan)!

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Slide Show

2008-11-16T22:57:00.000-08:00

Message Board

2008-11-16T22:14:00.000-08:00

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Qs. Is it not enough to believe in God? Why should one make efforts to know about God and realise Him when one is living a happy life without that?

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Route Map To Meet God

2008-10-23T00:07:00.000-07:00

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Here is a quick guide to reach the most beautiful and most wonderful place in the world! Just follow the directions shown, and you will find that you have landed in the beatific resort of your inner world, to meet your True Companion- the Lord! So, get ready and march forward… The benign Lord is waiting to embrace you and adorn you with the precious jewels of His Kingdom! Caution: Beware of the danger spots along the route. They need to be strictly avoided for the holy journey to accomplish.
WISH YOU A BLISSFUL JOURNEY!!!

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The Transformational Divine Light

2008-10-18T21:34:00.000-07:00

Experience is what causes change in a person. Someone has very aptly stated: “No one can persuade another to change. Each of us guards a gate of change that can only be opened from the inside. We cannot open the gate of another, either by argument or emotional appeal.” Opinions, facts, arguments, or emotional appeal do not produce changes in a person's behaviour or thoughts because the gate of change “can only be opened from the inside.” Experience is the sole key to unlock the gate of change. For instance, do health warnings on cigarette cartons and bottles of alcohol really deter buyers from purchasing such detrimental items? No! The only way users stop from taking in such intoxicants is when their lungs, heart, liver, or any vital organ suffers. Hence, experiencing the injurious effects produces the necessary change.

St. John proclaims: “God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all.” 1 John 1:5. Seeing the divine light of God from within is the ultimate experience needed to transform a person into a self-recognised spiritual being. The direct experience of God is further spoken of in the book of Corinthians: “For God, who said, 'Let light shine out of the darkness,' made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.” Corinthians 4:6. Through the grace of the Christ-like Perfect Master, the doors to the inner world are opened and one begins to gaze at the visions present inside. We are familiar with only one reality - the external. But, we know so very little about what lies within, what God is waiting to show us. Saint Kabir has said, “In this body lie lush gardens, in this body lies the Supreme, in this body lies the shimmering diamond necklace, and in this body lies my Perfect Master.”

As a person with external vision can change his appearance to make it more appealing or can enhance his understanding of certain trades, professions, subjects through the use of his organs of sight (which feed information to the brain), likewise, an individual with internal vision, the divine eye, can change himself for the better. He can see himself in the effulgent light of God. Without such a vision, he would be handicapped and rendered unable to uplift himself from the doldrums and superficiality of material existence.

Upon the opening of the divine eye, the first transformation that takes place is that one practically sees that he is spirit, not body. Swami Vivekananda illustrates this idea. He says, “Here I stand and if I shut my eyes, and try to conceive my existence, 'I,' 'I,' 'I,' what is the idea before me? The idea of a body. Am I, then, nothing but a combination of material substances? The Vedas declare 'No.' I am a spirit living in a body. The body will die, but I shall not die.” Spiritual aspirants, when blessed with the grace of a Spiritual Master, have spontaneous visions of the immortal spirit through the Divine Eye, reinforcing the perennial fact that we are, in reality, the part and parcel of the Almighty, who resides within us as the luminous soul. Lord Krishna says in the Gita, “Ishwara sarvabhootanaam hrdesh arjun tishthti.” – “O Arjuna! I am the Supreme, ever-shining in the chambers of all hearts!”

During the course of meditation on the internal light, spiritual growth also takes place. Through diligent practice, a person begins to transform by sharpening his power of discrimination, rising above selfishness, pride, and falsity. He develops the ability to shake off envy, greed, attachment, etc. because he views life with a broader vision - seeing beyond the pettiness, egotism, and over-extensive passions of this world.

Having the visions of light blessed by the Perfect Master is the first life-altering experience, as it eventually leads one to coming transformations. One should note that victories in moral behaviour without seeing the divine light of God are good, but small in comparison to the undivided bliss that one experiences when in communion with the light of the inner-world. That bliss creates a saint out of a sinner, as one realises his own purity and strength and inspires others to fashion their life in righteousness as well.

Most importantly, our transformation rests solely on our own shoulders. We bear the onus of self-growth. The divine light and the merciful hands of the Perfect Master give us the stamina and hope for refinement, but will should come from us, as we are responsible for no one but our own selves. Swami Vivekananda puts it brilliantly: “How will you behave if a little baby is put on your hands? Your whole life will be changed for a moment; whatever you may be, you must become selfless for a time being. You will give up all your criminal ideas as soon as responsibility is thrown upon you - your whole character will change. So if the whole responsibility is thrown upon our own shoulders, we shall be at our highest and best; when we have nobody to grope towards, no devil to lay or blame upon, no personal deity to carry our burdens; when we are alone responsible, then we shall rise to our highest and best. I am responsible for my fate, I am the bringer of good unto myself, I am the bringer of evil.”

Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan has documented cases of hard-core criminals who have attested to their changed behaviour through Spiritual Knowledge imparted to them behind bars. Thousands of acquitted and released prisoners have laid a new foundation for themselves, and many have taken on the responsibility of keeping themselves on the track of righteousness and actively helping others to give up the life of crime. We too can produce important changes in our lives through the grace of the Perfect Master. Changing our perception from body to soul, from aggression to compassion, from ego-centricity to humility will enliven, enlarge, and enrich us as human beings. The experience of the divine light awaits us.

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Message Board

2008-10-06T09:49:00.000-07:00

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Qs. Most of us believe in the existence of God. But, how many of us know Him? Can God be seen? Or, mere belief is all we can confine ourselves to in reference to God’s existence?

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