Books of Daily Thoughts and Prayers by Swami Paramanda. Swami Paramananda

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СКАЧАТЬ its spark comes out of the tongue,

      It is vibrant with light.

      Lo, it falls upon the ear that is not closed to the subtle, spiritual sound like far-distant music,

      Rousing the soul to a new world.

      Lesson.

      Unless we have true vision and are watchful, when difficulties come, we shall not be able to meet them. We must safeguard ourselves by acquiring wisdom. Wisdom is abiding and always sustains. Even our mistakes are not evil; we learn as much through our mistakes as through our good deeds, But when we have learned, we must be careful not to repeat them.

      Prayer.

      All-pervading Spirit of the Universe!

      Help me to find my union with Thy Infinitude.

      From Thee alone do I draw strength and life.

      By Thy light alone can I kindle my little light.

      Contact with Thy Being alone can cleanse my impurities,

      And bring me peace and bliss.

       FEBRUARY TWENTY-SEVENTH

      Salient Thought for the Day.

      Never raise voice or hand when adverse things come. Try to endure all for the sake of God. This will bring true strength.

      Lines to Memorize.

      When Thou dost stand behind me, my whoie being is vibrant with strength;

      Life’s upheavals vanish and world’s onslaughts touch me not.

      Teach me how I may keep Thee with me always.

      I am ever with thee, but thou knowest it not;

      Thou dost not look toward Me with Thy inner eye.

      Lesson.

      From the lack of fortitude and self-control we bring misfortune on ourselves. When people thwart us, what a consolation to know that we still have our place in God’s arms. No matter what may befall us, it is wonderful to know that we have our union with God. We are partakers of a divine heritage.

      Prayer.

      Supreme Lord, I pray to Thee with yearning heart,

      Do Thou fasten my life to the Path of Truth.

      Thou only canst make me firm and enduring.

      Make Thy way known

      And grant that I may walk in it, looking always to Thee for guidance.

      May I never turn my gaze away from Thee.

       FEBRUARY TWENTY-EIGHTH

      Salient Thought for the Day.

      We should never indulge in thoughts that disturb our mind, distort our vision or shake our resolution.

      Lines to Memorize.

      No hurt nor strife there can be when thine heart is free.

      Sadness and gloom, envy and fear,

      Depression and pride jealousy and life’s countless cares:

      These will never enter thy home

      When thine heart is free and filled with love.

      Lesson.

      We overcome the lower by the higher. Evil does exist, but we do not have to accept it as an inevitable fact of life. We can always counteract it. We all have a common heritage. God’s blessings are showered upon us, but we deprive ourselves of them. We do not know how to retain them. We cannot think petty thoughts and receive the highest blessing.

      Prayer.

      All-merciful Spirit, bestow upon me Thy Grace.

      Throw Thy light of wisdom upon my path.

      Free me from petty thoughts and fears.

      Give me understanding that I may come to Thee

      And serve Thee with steadfast devotion and selfless consecration.

      Grant me Thy peace.

       FEBRUARY TWENTY-NINTH

      Salient Thought for the Day.

      Spirit always conquers. Never be frightened over anything, but hold fast in faith. Nothing can harm us when God is watching.

      Lines to Memorize.

      With Thy strength

      Will I break these fetters

      That bind my ever-free soul.

      If Thou dost grant me strength,

      Thy strength I want, not mine.

      Nay, never my strength I want

      But only Thine—only Thine.

      Lesson.

      If you will keep your heart open and steadfast, the great Spirit will not fail you. Life brings discipline to make you nobler and stronger. Nothing is too much for the devotee who looks to God for his strength and protection. Be brave and enduring. The brave heart is invincible.

      Prayer.

      Supreme Spirit of the Universe,

      Help me never to forget my Divine nature.

      May I meet all dangers and difficulties with undaunted heart,

      Looking to Thee for guidance and safety.

      Without Thee no victory is possible

      With Thee there can be no failure or defeat.

NOTES

      Behold the sweet blossom of life, revealing beauty uncreate by mortal hand,

      Not seen by these, our eyes,

      Unsensed by senses;

      Yet seen and felt by the sense of sanctity.

      Holy sanctity, Light of heaven,

      Fill my life with Thy divine radiance.

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