Tag: Gunatitanand Swami
The Priceless Gifts of Life: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
We live in a world that’s always chasing upgrades. A newer phone, a faster car, and so much more. In the process, it’s easy to forget the things we already have, things that money can’t buy. That’s such a given to all of us! But Gunatitanand Swami reminds us of this truth, “No amount of money can buy eyes, ears, or other sense organs, yet God has given them to us freely. Still, the jiva (soul) remains ungrateful.” Every morning we wake with miracles all around us. Sight, sound, breath, and a beating heart. All of these come without effort, [Read More…]
From Life to Scripture: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
More Than Words on a Page We often open the scriptures seeking peace, clarity, and truth. The verses of the Vachanamrut, the insights of the Swamini Vato, or the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita — these texts are our guides in the journey of life. But pause for a moment and ask: Where did these scriptures come from? Who breathed life into these divine words? Gunatitanand Swami once revealed a profound insight: “The scriptures are the effect; the great sadhu is their cause.” The Cause Behind the Scripture The Sadhu as the Fountain of Wisdom Every sacred book begins [Read More…]
When ego rises, God responds: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
You know, we often underestimate the quiet ones—the meek, the shy, the humble. But we must pause and think twice before mistreating someone just because they seem weak. Because what we don’t see is that God often stands with them more than we realize. Gunatitanand Swami reminds us powerfully: hurting the meek will not be tolerated by God. Why? Because God is the destroyer of vanity. He doesn’t ignore injustice—He confronts it. And sometimes, He manifests through the most unlikely individuals to do it. The humble may not raise their voice. They may not fight back. But their pain—silent as [Read More…]
Millions Alone Or Two Aligned?: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
Rethinking Strength: Beyond Numbers and Appearances We live in a world that often measures strength by size. The bigger the crowd, the louder the voice; the larger the team, the greater the influence. But Gunatitanand Swami—a divine saint and the first spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan—offers a strikingly different insight. He explained that true power doesn’t lie in numbers, but in unity of purpose. “If just two individuals share the same inclination—if their hearts and minds are one—they can accomplish more than hundreds of thousands who lack harmony.” This wisdom cuts across every dimension of life: families, communities, nations, and [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…]
Letting go of what fades…: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
The Illusion of Permanence When What We Chase Keeps Slipping Away We spend so much of life collecting—possessions, recognition, followers, and moments of fleeting success. Yet each treasure eventually fades. Cars rust, phones become outdated, careers stall, and even the reflection in the mirror changes with the seasons. Gunatitanand Swami’s timeless reminder pierces this illusion: “All of creation is perishable.” This simple truth is not meant to depress us but to awaken us. Everything we see, own, and admire carries an invisible expiry date. Still, the mind whispers, “Just one more purchase, one more achievement, one more compliment…”—as though the [Read More…]
Winning at Life: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
What if you could win at everything—and still lose at life? Gunatitanand Swami gives us a powerful reminder: You could spoil ten million tasks and still make progress in your liberation. And on the flip side, you could perfect ten million tasks—and still lose everything that actually matters. Think about that. We chase careers, promotions, wealth, reputation. We pour our energy into building lives that look successful from the outside. But if we lose sight of our soul’s purpose—liberation—what have we truly gained? Because real success isn’t about how much we accomplish. It’s about whether we’re moving closer to freedom [Read More…]
The light of truth, peace, and inner joy: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
What if someone told you that almost everything you’re chasing in life—you don’t actually need? Gunatitanand Swami put it simply and powerfully: there are only five things a human truly needs to live—food, water, clothing, sleep, and salt. That’s it. Everything else is optional. Think about that for a second. We spend so much of our lives chasing things we’re told we need—status, wealth, followers, fame, approval. But strip it all away, and we’re left with a profound truth: most of what consumes our thoughts, drains our energy, and steals our peace… are just wants, not needs. And when we [Read More…]
The illusion of Desire: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
Have you ever tried to catch your own shadow? No matter how fast you run or how cleverly you try to corner it, it always slips away—just out of reach. Gunatitanand Swami beautifully reveals a profound truth through this simple metaphor: a shadow cannot be caught. In the same way, material desires are endless. No matter how much we acquire—wealth, recognition, success—there’s always something more to want. Just when we think we’ve found fulfillment, the next desire emerges. Like chasing a shadow, the pursuit never ends. Modern life often convinces us that happiness lies just around the corner—once we get [Read More…]
God’s Compassion: Lessons from Gunatitanand Swami
“God does not look at the faults of the Jivas. If a Jiva prays to God and says, ‘I am at fault’, then God forgives him of his flaws.” Swamini Vat Section 1, Number 77. In life, we all make mistakes. As human beings (Jivas), we are bound to have flaws, yet God does not judge us solely based on them. Instead, His love is infinite, and His grace is ever-present. When we sincerely acknowledge our faults and turn to God in prayer, He does not turn us away. Instead, He embraces us with compassion, forgives our shortcomings, and gives us the [Read More…]