Divine Descensions
Why does God descend?
In Bhagavad Gita Shri Krishna states 3 reasons for why He descends. Know those reasons and more
Kripalu Bhaktiyoga Tattvadarshan
Jagadguru and Jagadguruttam – Significance and relevance in current times
Before we delve into understanding the significance of these terms, let us do a quick recap of our preceding discussions. Until now, we explored the cosmic dynamics of three eternal entities: Jeeva(individual souls), Brahma (God), and Maya (illusion), where the Jeeva is presented with a binary choice Whom to
How to Recognise a Genuine Guru? – Part 2
Continuing our quest to identify a genuine Saint or Guru<https://www.deardevotees.com/How to Recognise a Genuine Guru, we previously discussed how a true Saint would never bestow material wealth and refrains from interfering in one’s destiny. Let's explore additional indicators: Refrains from Performing
How to Recognise a Genuine Guru? – Part 1
After acknowledging the indispensability of a Guru https://www.deardevotees.com/guru-a-beacon-illuminating-the-path-to-transcendence/ in our spiritual journey, the next pressing question is how to recognise a genuine saint amidst the multitude of imposters masquerading as gurus. A straightforward definition of a true Saint is
Guru – A Beacon, Illuminating the Path to Transcendence
As we delve deeper into the pursuit of transcendence, we arrive at a crucial juncture: the pivotal role of the Guru in guiding us toward divine realization. In our quest to attain the ultimate truth, the Guru emerges as the indispensable bridge between the individual soul (jeeva) and the divine
Faith
Embracing Life’s Challenges with Faith
God and the Saints are omnipotent, they have unlimited power at their disposal. This is why it is said that they are free to do what they want, not do what they want, and do otherwise as well. Nevertheless, God and the Saints follow spiritual laws. Neither does God or
The Best Father: Celebrating God's Eternal Presence
On this Father's Day, let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to the ultimate Father, God, who guides us, protects us, and accompanies us on every step of our journey. Just as a loving father cares for his children, God nurtures us, providing us with love, support, and divine
Spirituality and Environmental Harmony: Nurturing Our Inner and Outer Worlds
World Environment Day serves as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to protect and preserve the planet we call home. As we strive to address environmental challenges, it's essential to recognize the interconnectedness between our external surroundings and our internal state of being. This article delves into
A Guide to the Three Types of Devotion
Devotion can be practised in many forms. In the Bhagavatam alone, more than thirty types of devotional practise are mentioned. Devotion simply means to attach your mind to God. Most Saints accept nine forms of devotional practice called navadha bhakti. This is precisely what Prahlad preached to his demonic classmates,
Devotion
Spiritualism or Materialism? – Finding Harmony
In our exploration of Maya's role and its influence on the spiritual path, we've often encountered the dilemma of balancing spiritual pursuits with material needs. Many seekers tend to overlook their material requirements, fearing they may fall into the trap of materialism, hindering their spiritual progress.
Lord Nrisimha Avatar Secrets
Among the numerous captivating anecdotes narrated by Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj, one of the most quoted instances is when Lord Nrisimha descended on earth and had a conversation with His beloved devotee Prahlada. The enthralling part of the story is how a small child confronts the Lord over a boon
Maya – Friend or Foe?
In our preceding discussions, we explored the cosmic dynamics where individual souls are presented with a binary choice: the spiritual path of God or the material path of maya. Despite being fragments of divine bliss and yearning for virtuous qualities inherently, we remain veiled by ignorance and ensnared by maya&