In life, courage is not just about physical strength but about unwavering conviction in the face of adversity. The verses by Brahmanand Swami beautifully illustrate this timeless wisdom—true bravery lies in the heart, where faith meets determination. Fear is but an illusion, a mere blade of grass before the mighty will of the resolute. Like a lion that roams the forest alone, undeterred by doubt, one must walk the path of righteousness with fearless resolve. Even the smallest warrior can triumph over great challenges, while even the strongest can falter without courage. Ultimately, Brahmanand Swami reminds us that the truly brave are those who surrender themselves to their Guru’s teachings, for no sacrifice is too great when driven by faith. In a world filled with uncertainty, these words serve as a guiding light, inspiring us to stand firm, face challenges head-on, and embrace the strength within.
| 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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