Tag: Lyrical Reflections
The sadhu is the only true boat…
In a world driven by desire, possessions, and fleeting pleasures, the true sadhu stands apart like a sturdy boat in the stormy sea of samsar (worldly existence). He is not just a renunciant by appearance, but one who offers his deepest love and devotion to the manifest form of God, recognizing divinity not as an abstract idea but as a living presence. Such a saint remains untouched by worldly allure — he seeks neither wealth nor admiration, and has no attachment to people for selfish gain. To him, the world is but a stage of illusion and suffering, a constant [Read More…]
A love for God that will not unwind…
In the journey of spiritual awakening, few truths shine brighter than the power of sincere devotion. One beautiful verse urges us to “Love the servant of God, sincere,” for in doing so, we draw ourselves closer to the divine. The servant of God, or Harike das, is not merely a figure of humility — they are a channel of peace and liberation. Their presence alone soothes the soul, and their fearlessness in the face of death teaches us how transient our mortal fears truly are. Such peace and clarity come most profoundly through the company of saints. “In saints’ true [Read More…]
Drink deeply from his pour – He serves God’s glory— the nectar of evermore
There’s a profound peace that only the presence of a true saint can bring. “Sang aise santko kijie…” — form a bond with such a saint, the verse urges. But who is such a saint? He is one whose heart is free from lust, anger, pride, and delusion. In his presence, our restless minds find rest, and our burdened hearts find peace. His life itself is a teaching, a quiet but powerful call toward inner stillness and clarity. He is humble and wise — “Nirmani gnani ati nike…” — unshaken by praise or blame, grounded in the knowledge of the [Read More…]
Who comes to him with heart sincere…
There is a special hush that falls over the heart whenever we meet a genuine sant — one of those rare souls who lives so naturally in the presence of the Divine that even ordinary conversation feels lit from within. “Balihārī maĩ aise sant kī… I offer myself to such a saint,” runs the opening line of the Braj couplet above, and the sentiment is as timeless as it is direct: when we encounter real holiness, gratitude is instinctive. The composition goes on to sketch three hallmarks of a true spiritual guide. First, he “speaks no waste, no idle sound.” [Read More…]
Love’s path iswalked by sage & maid…
In the vast ocean of spiritual practices, there is one path that shines brighter than all—the path of prem bhakti, or love-filled devotion. The saint-poet Muktanand captures this truth beautifully in his verse, where he describes how divine love stirs the soul so deeply that even Lord Krishna, the Supreme Being, becomes enchanted. As love awakens in the heart of a true devotee, God responds not with distance, but with dance—becoming the joyful Natwar, dancing to the claps of the Vraj maidens. This simple yet profound imagery reminds us that the Divine is not remote or reserved, but rather responsive [Read More…]
He cares not for one’s form or clan, But seeks devotion’s steady hand…
In the vast expanse of the soul’s journey, true devotion blooms not through pedigree or pilgrimage but through the simple act of turning one’s heart toward Shyām Sundar, the dark-hued Lord whose only measure of worth is the sincerity of our love. No caste, color, or lineage can bind the seeker who comes with a pure intention, for it is not name or race that wins His grace, but the steady beat of an open, yearning heart. Love of this caliber cannot be bought or brokered; it flourishes only in the fertile soil of humility. Imagine a merchant’s scales forever [Read More…]
All who praise the Lord are raised…
In the ceaseless journey toward true freedom, Muktānand Swāmi’s teachings remind us that the simplest act—lifting our hearts in genuine remembrance of the Divine—can set in motion a profound transformation. When we sincerely chant or contemplate the Lord’s name, the heavy weight of ego and suffering slowly dissolves, revealing the radiant core of our being. This inner alchemy requires no grand ritual or lofty pedigree. Just as iron, when touched by a mystic catalyst, takes on the glow of gold, so our base instincts and limiting self-images transmute into pure love the moment we fix our attention on the Beloved. [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: One who dares to take that leap, Finds pearls of truth in oceans deep…
In the journey of life, few questions haunt the heart as deeply as: What is real? What is lasting? What lies beyond this fleeting world?For the realized souls—those rare ones who have turned inward and touched the eternal—the answers are not theoretical. They are lived truths, revealed in silence, in surrender, and in stillness. Muktanand Swami, the great paramhansa of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, distills these profound insights into his timeless bhajans. In this spiritual composition, he describes the path, the experience, and the outcome of realization—not for the curious, but for the committed seeker. “Anubhavi anandma Govind gave re…”The wise joyously [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: The scent of a lion makes herds take flight…
In an age where clarity is clouded by chaos, and the eyes of the soul often remain shut amidst the noise of the world, the teachings of saints like Muktanand Swami shine like a silent lighthouse—guiding seekers inward, to the source of all light. This timeless composition from Muktanand Swami is not simply a devotional bhajan; it is a map of inner transformation. Through each verse, he sketches the contours of the anubhavi—the one who has realized. “Anubhavine antare rahe Ram vase re…”Within the realized, God remains,In all he does, His presence reigns. The anubhavi does not merely believe in [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: For the realized soul, all grief has flown…
In a world dominated by appearances, expectations, and endless cravings, the teachings of the great poet-saints of India offer not just solace but awakening. Muktanand Swami, a beloved paramhansa of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, was one such spiritual luminary. His bhajans are not mere verses—they are the lived wisdom of one who had tasted the Divine. In this reflective composition, Muktanand Swami speaks of the anubhavi, the realized soul, and paints a portrait of what it means to live from within rather than react to the world outside. “Anubhavine apda antarthi bhagi re…”For the realized soul, sorrow no longer holds sway. Why? [Read More…]
The sadhu is the only true boat…