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 a calm sea reflects the sky above, our hearts begin to reflect the divine peace that radiates from the saint’s presence.

The Qualities of a True Saint

Humility and Wisdom: The Saint’s Hallmarks

“He’s humble, wise, and always true,
This is why his words move you;
He knows the real from false display –
He’s the true sadhu, in every way.”

A true saint does not need to declare his greatness—it is felt. His humility disarms the ego, and his words, spoken from realization, pierce straight to the heart.

Brahmanand Swami describes the sadhu as both humble (nirmani) and wise (gnani)—one who sees beyond illusion and understands the eternal truth. His clarity is rooted in constant awareness of God. Because he sees the world through divine vision, his actions are guided not by impulse or desire, but by compassion and discernment (vivek).

Such a sadhu embodies balance. His mind is steady; his heart is pure. He neither criticizes nor seeks praise. Being in his presence teaches us more about God than a thousand sermons could.

The True Test of a Sadhu

“He knows the real from false display –
He’s the true sadhu, in every way.”

Brahmanand Swami offers a simple test: a sadhu’s greatness is not in his miracles or charisma, but in his ability to distinguish truth from illusion—and to help others do the same.

The Value of Saintly Company Over All Worldly Treasures

The Priceless Worth of Association

“Chintamani, parasmani, or any of their kind –
Sacrifice them all, if it is him you will find.”

Even the most mythical treasures—the chintamani (wish-fulfilling gem) or parasmani (touchstone that turns iron into gold)—pale in comparison to the company of a true saint. Why? Because while those gems grant material gain, the sadhu grants spiritual liberation.

Worldly wealth satisfies the senses for a time; saintly association nourishes the soul forever.

In the company of the saint, we learn to see ourselves honestly, to shed pride, to let go of grudges, and to discover joy in devotion. It is a relationship that reshapes every other relationship in our lives.

Drinking the Nectar of Devotion

“Brahmanand says: drink deeply from his pour –
He serves God’s glory—the nectar of evermore.”

The saint’s words are not mere speech—they are nectar, amrut. When we listen with faith and apply what we hear, our hearts begin to taste the sweetness of divine remembrance.

Brahmanand Swami invites us to “drink deeply”—to absorb these teachings fully, to let them transform us from within. Through the sadhu, we experience God’s love as tangible, personal, and real.

Why the Saint Is Central to Spiritual Progress

The Saint as the Gateway to God

In the Swaminarayan tradition, Bhagwan Swaminarayan revealed that the saint, or Satpurush, is the bridge to God. Just as sunlight reaches us through the sun, God’s grace reaches us through the saint.

When we build a heartfelt bond with such a sadhu—through love, service, and obedience—we begin to reflect his virtues. Slowly, the noise of worldly desires fades, and the voice of our soul grows clearer.

“Seek his refuge, find peace therein.”

This is the essence of satsang: not just being near a saint physically, but being inwardly aligned with his values—purity, humility, and devotion.

Verse	Translation
Sang aise santko kijie…	With such a sant do bond…
Kam krodh mad moh nahi ur, sharano tako lijie… 1…1	No lust, no pride, no wrath within – Seek his refuge, find peace therein.
Nirmani gnani ati nike, tehi lakhi antar bhijie; Sarasar vivek sada rahe, so jan sadhu kahijie…2c	He’s humble, wise, and always true, this is why his words move you; He knows the real from false display – He’s the true sadhu, in every way.
Chintamani parasmani adik, ta par vari dijie; Brahmanand kahat tehi mukhse, Harijash amrut pijie…3	Chintamani, parasmani, or any of their kind – sacrifice them all, if it is him you will find; Brahmanand says: drink deeply from his pour He serves God’s glory-the nectar of evermore

Balihari mai aise santki… (Audio): https://app.aksharamrutam.in/hU3rnYdrDiGB8Q9M6

Introduction on Paramhansa (Text): https://www.baps.org/About-BAPS/TheFounder%E2%80%93BhagwanSwaminarayan/Legacy/Disciples/Paramhansas.aspx

Sang aise santko kijie… (Anirdesh Translation): https://www.anirdesh.com/kirtan/study.php?by=type&type=Translation&part=1&no=723

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