Author: BAPS Volunteers
A love for God that will not unwind…
The Servant of God: A Source of Peace and Courage Finding Comfort in God’s Devotees In a world full of uncertainty and fear, Brahmanand Swami offers a simple yet profound remedy: love the servants of God. He writes, “Love the servant of God, sincere…The servant of God always brings peace,And makes all fear of death to cease.” The Haridas—one who lives to serve Bhagwan—becomes a source of calmness and courage for all who associate with him. His very presence radiates faith and tranquility. In his company, our hearts grow lighter, and even life’s greatest fears—pain, loss, and death—begin to lose [Read More…]
Drink deeply from his pour – He serves God’s glory— the nectar of evermore
The Power of Holy Association Finding Refuge in the Saint’s Company In our search for peace and purpose, we often turn to temporary comforts—possessions, relationships, achievements—but they rarely satisfy the heart for long. Brahmanand Swami reminds us of a far more enduring source of joy: the company of a true saint. “With such a sant do bond…No lust, no pride, no wrath within –Seek his refuge, find peace therein.” The saint’s heart is pure—free from lust, anger, greed, pride, and attachment. By seeking refuge in such a soul, we find shelter from the storms of our own mind. Just as [Read More…]
Celebrating 100 Tribal Weddings: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
When Celebration Becomes Seva Anniversaries are meant for celebration—but at the Himmatnagar Mandir’s 10-year anniversary, celebration transformed into something deeper. It became seva—pure, selfless service—and ultimately, a living expression of divine compassion. From Surat, Guruhari Mahant Swami Maharaj made a quiet yet profound request to Pujya Divyapurush Swami in Gondal. His words carried both simplicity and depth: “Gift each of our 100 tribal couples a cupboard—fill their homes, not with donations, but with prasadi.” In those few words lay an entire philosophy of bhakti in action. For Mahant Swami Maharaj, seva was never about giving from afar—it was about infusing [Read More…]
Who comes to him with heart sincere…
The Radiance of a True Saint A Life of Purpose, Not Idle Words In a world overflowing with noise and distraction, Brahmanand Swami paints a portrait of the rarest kind of soul—a saint whose every word and action serve a higher purpose. “He speaks no waste, no idle sound,But shares where God’s great truths are found.” A true sadhu does not engage in idle talk or self-promotion. His speech uplifts, educates, and heals. Every word he utters draws others toward Paramatma—the Supreme God—and fills hearts with peace. The Saint’s Mission: To Uplift Every Soul Removing Fear and Ignorance Through Grace [Read More…]
Finding Freedom from Swabhāvs…
In the serene training grounds of Sarangpur, a profound conversation unfolds—one that reaches across centuries to answer a very modern question: Why, despite our best intentions, do we remain trapped by our own negative tendencies? The answer, found in a concise yet powerful scripture, offers nothing less than a transformative path to inner peace. The Core Problem: It’s Not the Symptom, It’s the Disease We often believe our unhappiness is caused by external circumstances—a missed promotion, a harsh word from a colleague, or a friend’s success that overshadows our own. We focus on these surface-level symptoms, pouring our energy into [Read More…]
The Secret of Success lies in Steady Steps: Lessons from the Vachanamrut
The Hidden Strength of Small Steps From a Drop to a Lake, from a Brick to a Wonder A single drop seems insignificant—easy to miss, easier to dismiss. Yet when that drop falls steadily, patiently, it becomes a stream, then a pool, then a lake that reshapes the earth itself. The Great Wall of China, stretching over 13,000 miles, stands on the same principle. No one brick earned applause; yet brick after brick, laid faithfully across generations, formed one of humanity’s greatest marvels. Life—yours and mine—works the same way. We often search for quick breakthroughs or life-changing moments, but real [Read More…]
Compassion: A Memorable Moment with Mahant Swami Maharaj
A Day of 1,182 Blessings Compassion Without Fatigue On November 10, 2018, in the small village of Bhadra, India, devotion filled the air. The mandir corridors overflowed as hundreds lined up for a moment of grace with Guruhari Mahant Swami Maharaj. That afternoon alone, he personally blessed 1,182 devotees—each with the same serene smile, the same gentle attention. When Pujya Dharmakuvar Swami finally voiced what many were wondering—“Swamishri, you bless more than 1,200 devotees in an hour. Don’t you get tired?”—Swamishri’s eyes gleamed with calm joy. “No—I enjoy it.” Dharmakuvar Swami laughed, admitting that he would have collapsed from exhaustion. [Read More…]
The Real Path to Spiritual Growth: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
Moving Forward—or Standing Still? Life often brings us to the same crossroads, the same opportunities, the same acts of service. Yet not everyone moves in the same direction. Some advance steadily, finding peace and depth, while others seem to circle the same ground—outwardly busy but inwardly stagnant. What makes the difference? Gunatitanand Swami, the first spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, offers a timeless insight: “It’s not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.” “Spiritual growth doesn’t come from action alone—it comes from the attitude behind the action.” Two people may perform the same seva, chant the [Read More…]
Engaging in Spiritual Dialogue: Lessons from the Vachanamrut
The Noise Around Us—and the Voice Within Every day, our senses are flooded with a constant stream of sound—notifications, conversations, commentaries, and advertisements. Much of it entertains, but little of it truly nourishes. Amid this ocean of noise, Bhagwan Swaminarayan offers a timeless remedy: “Lend your ears to the discourses of Purushottam Narayan (God) with shraddhā (faith) and prīti (love).” These are not ordinary words; they are divine vibrations—sounds that have the power to calm the restless mind, steady our focus, and dissolve cravings for worldly pleasure. In an age where attention has become fragmented, Bhagwan’s teaching calls us to [Read More…]
Love’s path is walked by sage & maid…
When Love Moves the Divine The Heart That Commands Heaven There’s a kind of devotion that doesn’t just please God—it moves Him. Muktanand Swami captures this mystery in his verse: “When love-filled bhakti stirs the soul,The Lord does just as He’s told.The maids of Vraj clap with joy,As Natwar dances per their ploy.” This is not the devotion of duty or discipline, but of prem bhakti—love that melts all boundaries between devotee and God. In this state, God ceases to be a distant Lord and becomes a willing companion, even a participant in the devotee’s joy. The gopis of Vraj [Read More…]