Who is Sai
I am the embodiment of Love
“I am the embodiment of Love; Love is My instrument. There is no creature
without Love; the lowest loves itself, at least. And its self is divine
too. So, there are no atheists, though some might dislike Him or refuse
Him, as malarial patients dislike sweets or diabetic patients refuse to
have anything to do with sweets! Those who preen themselves as atheists
will one day, when their illness is gone, relish God and revere Him.
I had to tell you so much about My Truth, for, I desire that you should
contemplate on this and derive joy therefrom, so that you may be inspired
to observe the disciplines laid down by Me and progress towards the Goal
of Self-realisation, the Realisation of the Sai that shines in your
hearts.”
- 19th June 1974 in Brindavan, Bangalore.
“Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. – XII. Chapter – 38. Page: 229
I am neither man nor God…
“I am neither man nor God nor an astral spirit; I am neither a Brahmin
(the priestly class), nor a Kshathriya (the warrior class), nor a Vaishya
(the business class), nor a Shudra (the working class); The appellations
of Brahmachari (celibate) or house-holder, or recluse or monk do not
describe Me; I am the Sathya Bodhaka, a Teacher of Truth, as Sathyam
(Truth), Shivam (Goodness) and Sundaram (Beauty). Your reality too is
Sathyam, Shivam and Sundaram.
Without Truth there cannot be Goodness; without Goodness, what does Beauty
avail? The effect of truth on the mind is Goodness; the joy that flows
from Goodness is the genuine Beauty that artists love. The three are
really one and indivisible. Experience this Truth; this Truth as Goodness
and this Goodness as Beauty. That gives the highest Bliss.”
- 6th March 1970 in Prashanthi Nilayam.
“Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. X, Chapter – 7. Page: 33
Every divine principle is
manifest in this form
“This is a human form in which every divine entity, every divine
principle, that is to say, all the names and forms ascribed by man to God,
are manifest.... Do not allow doubt to distract you; if you only install,
in the altar of your heart, steady faith in my Divinity, you can win the
vision of my Reality. Instead, if you swing like the pendulum of a clock,
one moment towards devotion and another towards doubt, you can never
succeed in comprehending the truth and win that bliss. You are very
fortunate that you have a chance to experience the bliss of the vision of
the Sarvadaivathwa swaroopam (the form that is all forms of the Gods) now,
in this life itself.”
- Bhagawan Baba’s Discourse on 17th May 1968 in
Mumbai
On the occasion of the World Conference of
Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol.- VIII. Chapter – 19. Page: 99-100
Supra-worldly Divinity in
Human form
“…Let Me draw your attention to another fact. On previous occasions when
God incarnated on earth, the bliss of recognising His Divine nature was
vouchsafed only after the Avatar had left the world, in spite of plenty of
patent evidences of His Grace. And the loyalty and devotion they commanded
from men arose through fear and awe, at their superhuman powers and
skills, or at their imperial and penal authority.
But, ponder a moment on this Sathya Sai Manifestation; in this age of
rampant materialism, aggressive disbelief and irreverence, what is it that
brings to It the adoration of millions from all over the world? You will
be convinced that the basic reason for this is the fact that this is the
Supra-worldly Divinity in Human form.”
- Bhagawan Baba’s Discourse on 17th May 1968 in
Mumbai
On the occasion of the World Conference of
Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol.- VIII. Chapter – 19. Page: 100
You cannot understand the
nature of my Reality
“Since at this place those who have devotion are gathered and people of
all nations have come, I cannot but tell you one fact. World conferences
dedicated to religion or spirituality have no doubt been held before;
also, conferences of followers of particular faiths. But these have been
held only after the demise of the founders and divine inspirers. This is
the very first time that a World Conference is held, of persons devoted,
while the incarnation is present before every one, with the body assumed
for the purpose, bearing the name that is chosen for it by Itself.
I must tell you this fact, because ninety-nine persons out of hundred
among you do not know my Reality. You have come here drawn by diverse
needs, a taste for spiritual matters, eagerness to develop the
institutions to which you are attached, admiration or affection, love or
reverence or a spurt of enthusiasm to join others and share with others
your own exultation.
In truth, you cannot understand the nature of my Reality either today or
even after a thousand years of steady austerity or ardent inquiry even if
all mankind joins in that effort. But, in a short time, you will become
cognizant of the bliss showered by the divine Principle, which has taken
upon itself this sacred body and this sacred name. Your good fortune which
will grant you this sacred opportunity that is far superior to what was
available to anchorites, monks, sages, saints and even personalities
embodying facets of divine Glory!”
- Bhagawan Baba’s Discourse on 17th May 1968 in
Mumbai
on the occasion of the World Conference of
Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol.- VIII, Chapter – 19. Page: 98-99
Do not get deluded
“Since I move about with you, eat like you, and talk with you, you are
deluded into the belief that this is but an instance of common humanity.
Be warned against this mistake. I am also deluding you by my singing with
you, talking with you, and engaging myself in activities with you. But,
any moment, my Divinity may be revealed to you; you have to be ready,
prepared for that moment. Since Divinity is enveloped by humanness you
must endeavor to overcome the Maya (delusion) that hides it from your
eyes.”
- Bhagawan Baba’s Discourse on 17th May 1968 in
Mumbai
On the occasion of the World Conference of
Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organizations.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol.- VIII. Chapter – 19. Page: 99
My power is immeasurable…
“My power is immeasurable; My truth is inexplicable, unfathomable. I am
announcing this about Me, for, the need has arisen. But, what I am giving
you now is only the gift of a 'Visiting Card!' Let Me tell you that
emphatic declarations of the Truth by Avatars were made so clearly and so
unmistakably only by Krishna. In spite of the declaration, you will notice
in the career of Krishna that He underwent defeat in His efforts and
endeavours on a few occasions; you must also note that those defeats too
were part of the drama which He had planned and which He Himself directed.
For example, when many Kings pleaded with Him to avert the War with the
Kauravas, He confessed that His Mission to the Kaurava Court for ensuring
peace had 'failed!'
But, He had not willed that it should succeed! He had decided that war
would be waged! His Mission was intended to punish the greed and iniquity
of the Kauravas and to condemn them before the whole world.
Now, I must tell you, that during this Sai Avatar, there is no place for
even such 'drama' with scenes of failures and defeats! What I will, must
take place; what I plan must succeed. I am Truth; and Truth has no need to
hesitate, or fear, or bend.”
- Bhagwan’s Discourse on 19th June 1974 in Brindavan, Bangalore.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. – XII, Chapter – 38. Page: 227-228
'Willing' is superfluous for
Me…
“'Willing' is superfluous for Me. For, My Grace is ever available to
devotees who have steady Love and Faith. Since I move freely among them,
talking and singing, even intellectuals are unable to grasp My Truth, My
Power, My Glory, or My real Task as Avatar (divine descent). I can solve
any problem however knotty. I am beyond the reach of the most intensive
inquiry and the most meticulous measurement. Only those who have
recognised My Love and experienced that Love can assert that they have
glimpsed My Reality. For, the Path of Love is the Royal road that leads
mankind to Me.”
- Bhagwan’s Discourse on 19th June 1974 in
Brindavan, Bangalore.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. – XII, Chapter – 38. Page: 228
Do not attempt to know Me
through…
“Do not attempt to know Me through the external eyes. When you go to a
temple and stand before the Image of God, you pray with closed eyes, don't
you? Why? Because you feel that the inner eye of Wisdom alone can reveal
Him to you. Therefore, do not crave from Me trivial material objects; but,
crave for Me, and you would be rewarded. Not that you should not receive
whatever objects I give as sign of Grace out of the fullness of Love.”
- Bhagwan’s Discourse on 19th June 1974 in Brindavan, Bangalore.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. – XII. Chapter – 38. Page: 228
Why argue over Me?
Who exactly is the Baba, you discuss and debate?! What does it matter to
you who I am? You are concerned about your goal, your ideal, your
experience, your effort, is it not? Why then worry about My Origin, My
Nature, My Mystery, My Miracle?
When you cannot grasp your own basic reality, why waste time in exploring
the essence of Godhead? As a matter of fact, you can understand Me only
when you have understood yourself, your own Truth.
The gross can grasp only the gross; its categories of knowledge can
proceed only as far as that. Fish die when they have to breathe the air
above the water. Children can learn the alphabet only with the help of
boards, slates, pencils and pieces of chalk. Sadhakas (spiritual
aspirants) going through the primers of spirituality need symbols, images
and rituals. You cannot discard Name and Form until you transmute yourself
into the Nameless and Formless; just as the fish needed water and could
not come up into the atmosphere, so long as they did not transmute
themselves into land animals, giving up their aquatic nature.
That is the reason why the Nameless and Formless has often to assume Name
and Form, and come before humanity with limitations imposed by its own
Will, so that it may be loved, respected, worshipped, listened to and
followed; so that the purpose of humanity may be fulfilled.
- Bhagawan’s Discourse on 4th March 1962 in
Prashaanthi Nilayam
on the occasion of Maha Shivarathri
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. - II, Chapter-31. Page: 164-165
The chief characteristic of
Sathya Sai is…
“The chief characteristic of Sathya Sai is equanimity, forbearance, Sahana
(fortitude). There are many who are engaged in criticism and calumny. Many
papers publish all types of writings. Many pamphlets are printed. All
kinds of things happen in the world. My reply to all these is a smile.
Such criticisms and distortions are the inevitable accomplishments of
everything good and great. Only the fruit laden tree is hit by stones
thrown by greedy people. No one casts a stone on the tree that bears no
fruit!”
- Bhagawan’s Discourse on 22nd Nov 1981 in
Poornachandra Auditorium, Prashanthi Nilayam.
Reference: “Sathya Sai Speaks”, Vol. – XV, Chapter – 33. Page: 179-180
You too have the Sai
principle in you …
“It is impossible for anyone to understand or explain the meaning and
significance of Swami. This is an Incarnation which is beyond anyone's
comprehension. Trying to explain Me would be as futile as the attempt of a
person who does not know the alphabet to read a scholarly treatise, or the
attempt to pour the Ocean into a tiny waterway. You can at best only
prepare yourself to receive and benefit by the Ananda I confer, the Bliss
I grant.
You too have the Sai principle in you, but the difference is a matter of
‘wattage’. You have bulbs of zero watt power and also bulbs of high
wattage giving dazzling light. The same electric current passes through
them no doubt, but, how incomprehensible must be the' Supreme' for the'
molecule.
- Bhagawan's Discourse on 9th Oct 1970 in
Prasanthi Nilayam.
Reference: "Sathya Sai Speaks", Vol. - X, Chapter - 28. Page: 170-171
Even if the entire world
opposes Me unitedly…
“Embodiments of Love! Even if the entire world opposes Me unitedly,
nothing can affect Me. My mission is essentially Mine. I am engaged in
doing good. My heart is ever full of benediction. I have no ego. I do not
own anything. This is My truth. Those who have faith in this, My Truth,
will not hesitate to dedicate themselves to it. Those who have doubts and
defects react with anger and fear. But the person with no doubt and defect
will not react so. I am aware of this and so I am always in Ananda
(bliss).”
- Bhagawan’s Discourse on 22nd Nov 1981 in
Poornachandra Auditorium, Prasanthi Nilayam.
Reference: "Sathya Sai Speaks", Vol. - XV, Chapter - 33. Page: 180
The Divine has to reveal
Itself
“The Divine is now denoted by various words that are common currency in
limited human vocabulary. They name phenomena revealing the Divine as
'miracles’, ‘magic’, 'wonders’, etc. Of course, man cannot contain in his
mind more than he can hold. He cannot express in words the inexpressible.
Only those who have dived deep and contacted the underlying principle of
Love can visualize Divinity with some clarity. The Divinity that is Me has
not been acquired or earned, nor has it been added or evinced after the
lapse of some years, in the middle of this life.
The Divine has to reveal Itself through these manifestations, largely
shaped and modified by the nature of the times, the region and the
cultural environment. The signs and wonders that I manifest are given
names that do not convey the purpose or effect. They can be called
chamathkaara (that which is inexplicable), that lead on to samskaara
(refinement), which in turn urge one on towards paropakaara (helping
others) and finally result in saakshaathkaara (vision of the divine).”
- Bhagawan’s Discourse on 23rd Nov 1976 in
Prasanthi Nilayam
Reference: "Sathya Sai Speaks", Vol. - XIII, Chapter - 25. Page: 164-165
Few have realized My purpose
and significance
“I never exult when I am extolled, nor cower when I am reviled. Few have
realized My purpose and significance; but I am not worried. When things
that are not in Me are attributed to Me, why should I worry? When things
that are in Me are mentioned, why should I exult?
I am Ananda, Shaantham, Dhairyam (Bliss, Equanimity and Courage). Take Me
as your Aathma thathwam (principle of the spirit); you won't be wrong.
Resolve from this day to see only the good in others, to develop the good
in yourselves. That is the best Sadhana (spiritual practice).”
- Bhagawan’s Discourse on 30th March 1965 in
Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
Reference: "Sathya Sai Speaks", Vol. - V, Chapter - 23. Page: 128-129
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