In life, courage is often mistaken for physical power or outward confidence. But the saints reveal a deeper truth: real bravery is born in the heart, where faith and determination stand firm even when circumstances threaten to shake us. In his powerful verses, Brahmanand Swami paints courage not as fearlessness without reason, but as unwavering conviction anchored in God and the Guru.
His poetry does not glorify force—it glorifies inner resolve.
Courage That Invites Divine Support
When the Heart Is Firm, Grace Follows
Brahmanand Swami begins with a striking assurance:
If one has courage firmly in one’s heart,
Seeing conviction, the Lord does His part.
Courage here is not arrogance or stubbornness. It is dradhta—steadfast resolve in righteousness. When a seeker stands firm with faith, divine grace naturally flows. God does not abandon those who walk forward with sincerity.
Courage aligned with faith never stands alone.
This teaching reminds us that divine help often comes after we take the first courageous step.
Fear Reduced to Illusion
When Maya Loses Its Power
Fear, Brahmanand Swami tells us, is not as mighty as it appears:
Forsaking fear…
A mountain of maya—a blade of grass.
What we perceive as overwhelming obstacles often shrink when faced with inner strength. Maya appears massive only to a wavering mind. To one grounded in faith, even the greatest illusion loses its grip.
Fear thrives on doubt; courage dissolves it.
The Lion’s Path: Standing Alone Without Hesitation
Fearless Even in Solitude
The poet offers a vivid image:
Like a lion, mind unclouded by hesitation,
Fearless, alone, a king without coronation.
True courage does not depend on numbers or approval. Like a lion walking alone in the forest, the brave soul moves forward without second-guessing their path. Righteousness does not require applause—it requires clarity.
This is the courage to stand alone when needed, without losing direction.
Strength Is Not Measured by Size
Inner Courage Defeats Outer Power
Brahmanand Swami then overturns worldly logic:
Small by body, but a slayer of beasts;
Cowardly elephants, fearing, becoming feasts.
A physically small warrior with courage can defeat massive enemies, while a powerful elephant without courage trembles in fear. The message is unmistakable: inner strength outweighs external might.
Without courage, even strength collapses.
With courage, even weakness prevails.
The Highest Bravery: Obedience to the Guru
Faith That Withholds Nothing
The poem reaches its spiritual peak in the final verse:
Brahmanand says brave is one with faith,
At his Guru’s word, no sacrifice is too great.
According to Brahmanand Swami, the truest courage is surrender. To follow the Guru’s teachings without hesitation—even at personal cost—is the highest form of bravery. Such a devotee does not calculate loss or comfort; faith alone guides their steps.
Where faith is complete, sacrifice feels light.
Conclusion: Walking Forward with Fearless Faith
Brahmanand Swami’s verses remind us that courage is not loud, aggressive, or reckless. It is quiet, firm, and faithful. It faces fear without being ruled by it. It stands alone without being lonely. And above all, it surrenders to the Guru’s guidance without compromise.
In a world filled with uncertainty, these teachings shine as a guiding light.
May we cultivate courage in the heart.
May we reduce fear to illusion.
And may we walk the path of righteousness with the fearless strength that comes from faith.
Because true bravery is not about overpowering the world—
it is about remaining unshaken within it.
| Verse | Translation |
| Jo hoy himmat re, narne urmahi bhari, Dradhta joine re, ten madad kare Morari… 1 | If one has courage firmly in one’s heart, Seeing conviction, the Lord does his part…l |
| Bik tajine re, nit himmat soto bole, Mastak maya re, sarve trun jevu tole… 2 | Foresaking fear, forevering speaking with spirit, “A mountain of maya – a blade of grass, clear it!”…2 |
| Kesri sinhne re, jem shanka made nahi manma, Ekaeki re, nirbhe thai vichare vanma… 3 | Like a lion, mind unclouded by hesitation, Fearless, alone, a king without coronation…3 |
| Pande chhoto re, mota menganne mare, Himmat vinano re, hathi te joine hare… 4 | Small by body, but a slayer of beasts, Cowardly elephants, fearing, becoming feasts…4 |
| Brahmanand kahe re, em samje te jan shura, Tan kari nakhe re, guru vachane chure chura… 5 | Brahmananad says brave is one with faith, At his Guru’s word, no sacrifice is too great…5 |
Jo hoy himmat re Audio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkeQIKnh0lo
Introduction on Brahmanand Swami (Text): https://www.baps.org/About-BAPS/TheFounder%E2%80%93BhagwanSwaminarayan/Legacy/Disciples/Paramhansas.aspx
Introduction on Brahmanand Swami (Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWG-xXx4YZk
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