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Buddha Purnima
Divine Discourse
Bhagavan’s Buddha Purnima Discourse in Sai Ramesh Krishan Hall,
Brindavan (Whitefield), Bangalore on 23rd May 2005.
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DEVELOP THE SPIRIT OF ONENESS
Embodiments of Love!
MANY DIGNITARIES FROM SRI LANKA have spoken to you about
the great teachings of
Buddha. First of all, you have to understand that
God is omnipresent. There is no place where you do not find God. The
essence of the teachings of all scriptures is that God is present
everywhere. Out of their ignorance, some people argue that God is limited
to a particular place.
Divinity Indwells all Beings
Truly speaking, Divinity is present in everyone and is all-pervasive. This
is the basic truth of all doctrines and philosophies. See everywhere God.
If you see God everywhere, nothing bad will happen to you. This Ekatma
Bhava (principle of oneness) should be understood by the Bharatiyas.
See no evil; see what is good,
Talk no evil; talk what is good,
Hear no evil; hear what is good,
Do no evil; do what is good,
Be always with God.
Some people call Him Rama, some others adore Him as
Krishna and still some others worship Him as
Buddha. Names and forms may
vary, but God is one. God is not limited to a particular name, form,
region or religion. There is only one God who pervades every atom of the
creation. Words fail to express the glory and grandeur of Divinity. People
may describe Divinity in a number of ways, but no description can ever
portray Divinity in full measure. In fact, to describe Divinity is a sign
of delusion. Where is God? You are all the embodiments of God. God
pervades all beings as their life-breath. Such transcendental principle of
Divinity cannot be described. One may do one’s best to describe it at any
length, yet all descriptions will fall short of what reality is. Water is
infinite; a container cannot hold more water than its capacity. As is the
size of the container, so is the quantity of water collected. Likewise,
God is infinite, but each one describes Him based on his limited
understanding. Divinity is much more than what human mind can comprehend.
Embodiments of Love!
It is impossible for anyone to describe Divinity in full measure. God is
one, but people may describe Him in various ways depending on their
feelings. Divinity is one. It is sign of ignorance to divide God in the
name of religion and limit Him to a particular name and form. God is
limitless and boundless. He is Sarvantaryami (all-knowing inner reality).
He is Sarva Bhutantaratma (indweller of all beings). How can anyone
describe such Divinity? God is present in everyone in the form of Atma
(Self). Develop such self-confidence and spirit of oneness.
Ekam Sath Viprah Bahudha Vadanti (truth is
one, but the wise refer to it by various names). (Pointing to the tumbler,
Swami said) This is water. Telugu people call it Neeru, Tamilians call it
Thanni, so on and so forth. Different people call it by different names,
but water is the same. Likewise, the same God is extolled by various
names. The indweller is the same in all beings. People worship God by
different names and forms, but God is one. The principle of the Atma which
resides in everyone is the true divine power. Only those with
self-confidence are true Bhaktas (devotees). You cannot call yourself a
devotee if you lack self-confidence. Without self-confidence, you cannot
achieve anything in life. Therefore, first and foremost develop firm and
unshakeable self-confidence. From self-confidence arises
self-satisfaction. Self-satisfaction shows you the path of self-sacrifice
which ultimately leads to self-realisation. Self-confidence is the basis
for self-realisation.
There is Nothing like my God and your God
Today many people practise meditation without knowing
what it is. In the process, they waste a lot of time. What is meditation?
Is it to sit cross-legged with closed eyes? No. Not at all. People
undertake meditation with a deluded mind. Consequently, they are unable to
achieve the desired result. What is meant by meditation? To think of God
at all times and under all circumstances is true meditation. You should
install God in your heart and discharge your duties with the feeling that
God is the basis of everything. Only then can you be called a true
devotee. Wherever you go, whatever you may do, recognise the truth that
there is only one God and He is all-pervasive. Never give scope for
differences saying, my God and your God. Where is your God? Where is my
God? All are one; be alike to everyone. There is only one God and He is
present in everyone. It is a big mistake to think that God is different
for different people. You should have firm faith that God is one. The
process of inhalation and exhalation as indicated by the Soham principle
is one and the same in everybody. Soham means “I am God.” This clearly
demonstrates that God is not different from you. When man comes into the
world, the first word he utters is “Koham, Koham” (who am I?). He should
constantly keep asking this question until he realises his true identity.
He should realise his true nature and proclaim, “Soham, Soham” (I am God)
before leaving the world.
Never attribute multiplicity to Divinity on the basis
of different names and forms such as Rama, Krishna, Jesus, Allah, Buddha,
etc. You may call Him by any name, but God is one and the same. But these
days, we do not find teachers who can make lasting impression on the
hearts of people by imparting such sacred teachings. All the time, man
keeps searching for God elsewhere. How can you find God elsewhere? Some
people may call Him Allah; others may call Him by some other name. Does
God become different for different people just because they call Him by
different names? No, no. These are only names. To think that God is
different for different people is a great delusion. You may call Him by
any name. God is one.
Sri Lanka will be Safe and Secure
When you develop such spirit of oneness, you will certainly have
Sakshatkara (vision of the Divine). Everyone should develop Ekatma Bhava
(spirit of oneness). Easwara Sarva Bhutanam
(God is the indweller of all beings). It is sheer ignorance to say, “My
God is different from your God”. Those who quarrel with each other in the
name of religion are foolish people. For some time now, certain types of
differences have cropped up in Sri Lanka. Whatever others may say, we have
to firmly believe that God is one. It is a great mistake to develop
differences on the basis of our deluded thinking.
Once an old woman went in search of Jesus. When she met
him, she asked, “Are you Jesus?” Jesus replied, “That is the name given to
me. But you can call me by any name, I shall respond.” Names and forms are
bound to change. When you are born, people call you a child. As you grow
up, you are called a boy, then you become a man and later on a
grandfather. But the child, boy, man and grandfather are one and the same.
Childhood, youth and old age are merely the different stages of your life.
But you are one and the same. Similarly, names and forms may be different,
but God is one.
Embodiments of Love!
You have come here all the way from Sri Lanka because of your love for Me.
My love for you is hundred times more than the love you have for Me
(prolonged loud applause). Sri Lanka had to
face many hardships, even from the time of Ravana. But Sri Lanka can never
be put to harm. It will always be safe, secure and prosperous (loud prolonged applause). God is the leader of your
country. As long as you have faith in God, you have nothing to fear. May
you all enjoy safety and security! Wherever you go, whatever you do, have
firm conviction that God is always with you, in you, around you, above
you, below you. Do not be carried away by what others say. Have God firmly
installed in your heart. You can never be put to any harm. No danger can
ever befall you. Lead your lives with such courage and conviction. God
will certainly bless you with success.
Embodiments of Love!
The hearts of the people of Sri Lanka are sacred. Hence, they will always
enjoy safety and security. Difficulties will come and go like passing
clouds. You don’t need to be afraid of anything. God will always protect
you. Be courageous and face difficulties with fortitude. You are the
embodiments of Love. Where there is love, there cannot be any adversity.
Love is God. God is Love. Hence, fill your hearts with love.
Embodiments of Love!
Very soon I will visit Sri Lanka and bestow eternal bliss on all of you (thunderous applause). In the present situation, it
is difficult for Me to walk. However, difficulty is only for the body. It
comes and goes. I do not care for such physical constraints. I will
certainly come to your country very soon and fulfil your long cherished
dream. Right from a child to an old man, devotees in Sri Lanka think of
Swami always. Your prayers and penance will certainly find fulfilment very
soon. Cherish this sacred feeling in your heart. The passage of time will
not affect the intimate relationship that exists between you and Me. It is
eternal and everlasting.
(Bhagavan concluded His Discourse with the Bhajan,
“Prema Mudhita Manase Kaho …”)
– From Bhagavan’s
Buddha Purnima Discourse in
Sai Ramesh Krishan Hall, Brindavan (Whitefield), Bangalore on 23rd May
2005. |