God is One , and the essenceof all religions is the same.
Dharma is the moral, ethical, and spiritual foundation that sustains both the individual and the cosmic order . As the force of harmony in the universe, Dharma upholds the balance of life and nature. It teaches peaceful and friendly coexistence with all living beings, affirming that all are equal and move through different species in the continuous cycle of life. It teaches us that life is temporary, while the soul is eternal ; that attachment leads to suffering , and detachment leads to peace. Ultimately, Dharma guides all beings toward their final destination, the attainment of God.
On the personal level, it is not limited to rituals or outward practices; rather, it is an inner commitment to truth, wisdom, compassion, purity, austerity, self-discipline, and devotion.
Religion, by contrast, is a system of faith and worship, while Dharma is the universal principle of truth, duty, and righteousness that pervades life and the cosmos. The Sanskrit word "Dharma" is often rendered into English as "religion," though its meaning extends far beyond this narrow translation.
Dharma and Religion:
Dharma and Religion are related, but not the same.
Dharma :
A universal principle of righteousness, duty, truth, and moral order.
Religion
A structured system of beliefs, rituals, worship, and institutions centered around a particular faith or tradition (like Christianity, Islam, etc.).
Simple difference:
Dharma = universal duty and righteousness
Religion = organized system of beliefs and practices
It is pertinent to mention here: One can follow dharma without belonging to a specific religion, but religion often provides a structured way (path/ margaḥ) to practice dharma.
The primal religion of humanity is the Eternal Religion , the timeless and universal truth. All other faiths may be seen as its branches. This Eternal Religion is Sanatana Dharma , revered as eternal because it embodies unchanging truths and universal principles that serve as the foundation of every spiritual path. Sanatana Dharma is the world’s oldest spiritual tradition , the fountainhead from which countless religions and philosophies have emerged. In essence, the truths of all religions are one. Sanatana Dharma, known today as Hinduism , is in truth none other than the Eternal Dharma itself , the timeless religion of righteousness, founded and forever protected by Lord Jagannatha , the Lord of the Universe and the Supreme Soul who abides in all beings.
The Essence of True Religion
When any religion loses its eternal essence,
It slowly becomes a matter of mere occasions.
The followers drift away from the true way;
And when their ages pass, they are swept away.
Hence,one should follow the path of true religion,
So the soul may return to its desired pavilion.
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When Religion Loses Its Sanctity
Seek the Light:
(Read Authoritative Texts)
O devotees, heed this solemn word-
Let not false texts be read or heard.
Where shadowed pages breed untruth,
There fades the radiance taught in youth.
For when such tales untested spread,
They dim the light the Divine once spread;
So guard the lamp of Dharma bright-
Let only truth sustain its light.
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Sanatana Dharma represents the eternal, essential order and duties for all souls, while Bhagavata Dharma highlights loving devotion to the Supreme Being as the highest aspect and fulfillment of that eternal dharma. Both concepts are deeply connected, but Bhagavata Dharma gives particular focus to devotional spirituality.
The Essence Of All Religions .
The fundamental principles of truth, non-violence, love, compassion, mercy, sacrifice, chastity, purity, morality, honesty, conscientiousness, tolerance, justice, humility, self-control, gratitude, faith, and selfless service are at the heart of every religion.
It is noteworthy that in the contemporary world, over 85% of the global population adheres to some form of religious belief system , making religion a foundational institution in societies across the globe. This universal phenomenon transcends geographic and cultural boundaries, with the dynamic interplay between religion and society remaining in a constant state of flux. Religion plays a crucial role in societal regulation by imparting codes of conduct and moral guidelines that shape human behavior.
Currently, the global distribution of religious affiliations is as follows: 31.5% identify as Christian , 23.2% as Muslim , 15.0% as Hindu , 7.1% as Buddhist , 5.9% as adherents of folk religions , 1% as followers of other religions, while 16.3% profess no religious affiliation . Across traditions, the teachings of major religious texts emphasize submission to a higher power as a guiding principle for both individual life and the functioning of the universe, united by a shared commitment to humanity. In Christianity , for example, the Bible serves as the primary religious scripture. The sacred Bible imparts essential principles :
1.Uphold Righteousness.
2.Embrace Authority.
3.Cultivate Love for Others.
4.Practice Humility.
5.Exercise Prudent Financial Stewardship.
6.Acknowledge the Law of Sowing and Reaping.
7.Foster Conflict Resolution Skills.
Christian:-
Christian = Christ (Anointed One — a title of Jesus Christ) + -ian (follower)
Christian means a follower of Christ, where ‘Christ’ means the Anointed One (a title of Jesus Christ) and ‘-ian’ means follower.
The Quran imparts vital teachings:
1.Extend respect and honor to all individuals, regardless of their religion, color, race, gender, language, social status, wealth, birth, or profession.
2.Uphold truthfulness , avoiding deceptive and boastful language, and distinguishing clearly between truth and falsehood.
3.Communicate in a civilized manner, using language recognized by society.
4.Refrain from idle talk, correcting any unintentional misconduct promptly.
5.Exercise humility and avoid arrogance, especially when lacking complete knowledge on a subject; choose silence over speaking without certainty.
6.Presume innocence in others until proven guilty with credible evidence.
7.Scrutinize information independently; do not blindly follow unverified knowledge. In the divine court, accountability extends to one's faculties of perception, observation, and reasoning.
Muslim:-
The word “Muslim” comes from Arabic. It is derived from the root S–L–M (س-ل-م), which conveys the meanings of peace, purity, and submission. From this root comes the word “Islam”, meaning submission to God. The word “Muslim” (مُسْلِم) literally means “one who submits”. This submission is to Allah, the One Supreme God in Islam.
Word formation: Aslama (verb) → “to submit” . Muslim (noun) → “one who submits”
In short:
Muslim = one who submits to Allah (God).
Life-altering teachings from the Buddhist scriptures include:
1.Love heals all.
2.Actions reveal character; wisdom lies in love, peace, and courage.
3.Good health comes from living fully in the present.
4.Awakening happens by looking within.
5.Words can harm or heal; true change comes from kind, truthful words.
6.Walk your own path with self-reliance.
7.Shared happiness grows like a shared flame.
8.Be kind to all-young, old, striving, or weak.
9.Truth always emerges.
10.Master your mind, or it will rule you.
11.Trust unites; doubt divides.
12.Spirituality is essential. Inner peace is found within.
13.Transform envy into admiration.
14.Detach from possessions; embrace selflessness.
15.Prioritize love, Choose uplifting friends wisely.
16.Happiness is the journey itself.
Sanatan Dharma: Eternal religion
Sanatan Dharma is considered the world’s oldest living religion , often referred to as the eternal religion/ path. It is timeless and universal in nature. Many other religions can be seen as branches or expressions that have emerged from these eternal truths, shaped by different eras, cultures, and interpretations. At the core, all religions convey the same essential truth that God is one, though worshipped under different names and forms. Therefore, every religion deserves respect, as their essence is rooted in the same divine oneness.
God Is One
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He who forsakes the path of his birth
wanders in ignorance, blind to its worth.
For in every faith shines the One Divine,
whose light is eternal, whose truth does not decline.
But graver still is that ignorant call,
to sever another from their faith’s thrall.
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Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism):-
Hinduism, recognized as the world's oldest living religion and the third-largest, boasting over 1 billion followers , stands behind Christianity and Islam in terms of global adherence.
The primary scriptures of Hinduism, namely the Bhagavad Gita , Vedas , and Puranas , form the core of this ancient belief system known as Sanatana Dharma, which is now commonly referred to as Hinduism or Hindu Dharma. Remarkably, Hinduism shares a commonality with other religions in that the essential substance and overarching meaning of its scriptures align with those of other religious texts.
सनातन आदिधर्म संस्थापकः यः परब्रह्म।
यावन्तो दृश्यन्ते धर्माः सर्वे ते सनातनानुधर्माः॥
सर्वेषां धर्माणां तु तत्त्वमेकमेव,
हृदये हृदये दीप्यते दिव्यं तेजः।
सर्वेषां देवोऽपि एक एव नित्यः,
जातेः धर्मस्य रङ्गस्य चापि परतः स्थितः।
धर्मपरिवर्तनं तु मूढतायाः लक्षणम्,
यदा नात्मा पश्यति स्वान्तर्ज्ञानम्।
The Essence of Srimad Bhagavad Gita :
The Srimad Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a revered Hindu scripture that contains profound teachings on various aspects of life. The Gita was spoken by Lord Krishna , who is the Supreme Soul , so it is the most authentic. Here are some life-changing lessons that individuals often draw from the Bhagavad Gita : The gist of the Bhagavad Gita can be summarized as follows:
Gist of the Bhagavad Gita:
The Bhagavad Gita is a sacred dialogue between Lord Krishna and the warrior Arjuna , set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra . It addresses the moral, spiritual, and philosophical dilemmas faced by every human being.
At its core, the Gita teaches:
1.Dharma (Righteous Duty):
One must perform their duty selflessly, without attachment to success or failure.
2. Karma Yoga (Path of Action):
Action should be performed as an offering to the Divine, without desire for personal gain.
3. Jnana Yoga (Path of Knowledge):
True wisdom lies in understanding the difference between the eternal soul ( Atman ) and the temporary body.
4. Bhakti Yoga (Path of Devotion):
Loving devotion to God is the highest form of spiritual practice, leading to liberation.
5.Detachment and Balance:
Remain calm in success and failure, pleasure and pain, as part of equanimity and spiritual growth.
6.The Eternal Self :
The soul is eternal, indestructible, and beyond birth and death.
Ultimately, the Gita guides individuals toward self-realization, inner peace, and union with the Divine, encouraging a life of purpose, virtue, and surrender to the higher truth.
Vedas
The Veda’s Secret
The Veda is the Sound‑Brahman near,
A mystic depth where truths appear.
None but the Lord that secret knows,
From whom all sacred echo flows.
Its wisdom vast, its rituals grand,
Fulfil one aim, divinely planned
To lead the soul, through thought and strife,
To oneness with the Source of life.
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Gist of the Vedas :
The Vedas are the oldest and most revered scriptures of Sanatan Dharma, regarded as divine knowledge (Śruti) revealed to ancient sages ( rishis ). There are four Vedas- Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda -each containing hymns, rituals, philosophy, and spiritual wisdom.
At their core, the Vedas teach:
1. The Oneness of the Divine :
There is one supreme, formless, all-pervading reality ( Brahman ), known by many names.
2. Harmony with Nature and Cosmos :
Life is to be lived in alignment with the rhythms of nature and universal order ( Rta ).
3. Dharma and Righteous Living :
The Vedas emphasize moral conduct, truth, self-discipline, and fulfilling one’s duties responsibly.
4. Yajna (Sacrifice) and Devotion:
Rituals and offerings are symbolic acts of gratitude and connection to the divine forces of the universe.
5.Pursuit of Knowledge and Liberation:
The ultimate goal of life is Moksha (liberation) through knowledge (Jnana), right action (Karma), and devotion (Bhakti).
6. Inner Realization :
True knowledge lies in realizing the divine Self (Atman) within, which is non-different from the Supreme (Brahman).
In essence, the Vedas guide humanity toward a life of balance, awareness, and unity with the eternal truth.
Essence of the Vedas, Gita, and Bhagavatam
The Vedic Way unfolds the harmonious vision of Sanātana Dharma, wherein knowledge, action, and devotion converge upon the same eternal Truth, the Parabrahma . The Vedas illumine the reality of the Supreme Soul, awakening human intellect to the oneness of the individual self with the Infinite (Supreme Soul/Parabrahma). The Bhagavad Gita reveals the path of disciplined, selfless action that liberates one from the bonds of desire, while the Bhāgavatam discloses the divine mystery of love that sanctifies the heart. United in spirit, they proclaim that true worship lies not in ritual alone, but in self-offering through pure knowledge, work, and devotion.
Unity of All Religions
God is one, and the essence of all religions is fundamentally the same. Though different faiths express themselves through diverse rituals, symbols, and narratives, they all point toward the singular divine reality that transcends human understanding. This shared foundation affirms that core teachings across religions converge on universal values like compassion, truth, and justice, reflecting a common spiritual essence uniting all humanity. By recognizing this unity, religious communities can rise above superficial divisions and cultivate deeper respect, cooperation, and dialogue, celebrating not merely tolerance but the shared divine truth that fosters universal peace and harmony.
Rituals:-
All rituals are a way of expressing our love for God. The meaning behind every type of ritual is love, and their ultimate purpose is to seek and receive God's favor, grace, and blessings.
In brief: The root of each rite is indeed love; their highest purpose is to receive the Lord’s grace and compassion.
Conclusion
At their essence, all religions uphold universal values- love, compassion, kindness, Justice humility, forgiveness, and the pursuit of truth. These timeless principles are meant to guide humanity toward a life of meaning, harmony, and spiritual fulfillment.
Knowledge Through Poetry
Knowledge expressed in poetry endures. It can travel intact from one heart to another. Even in times of destruction, when manuscripts are lost and structures fall, poetry safeguards knowledge. Memory becomes the temple, sound becomes the scripture, and the living voice becomes the preserver of truth.
Thus, poetry is not merely ornamentation-it is a powerful vessel for holding, protecting, and disseminating knowledge across generations.
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एकोऽद्वितीयः परमेश्वरः।
नानानाम्ना स एकः, नानामार्गैः स एव हि।
सर्वेषां पथिकानां वै, लक्ष्यैकं स एव हि॥
कृष्णवेणु-निनादेन विश्वगीतं प्रवर्तते॥
अल्लाहस्येच्छया सर्वं सृष्टिचक्रं प्रवर्तते॥
कृष्णे प्रेम च लीला च, दिव्यभावः प्रकाशते।
ईश्वरे सत्यकृपा च, हृदि नित्यं विराजते॥
नानाभाषासु भेदोऽस्ति, तत्त्वं तु न भिद्यते।
एकं नित्यं सनातनं, नानानाम्ना प्रकीर्त्यते॥
बलभद्रः बलज्ञानैः, मार्गदर्शी सदा स्थितः।
अज्ञानसागरात् लोकान् तारयन् सन्मार्गे स्थितः॥
ईशु-पुत्रे त्यागदृष्ट्या प्रेमकारुण्य-दर्शनम्।
दर्शयति सदा लोके विनयस्य महात्म्यम्॥
नानामार्गाः समायान्ति, लक्ष्यं तु एकमेव हि।
यथा सूर्यकिरणाः सर्वे, एकस्मात् उद्भवन्ति हि॥
मा कुरुत भेददृष्टिं, मा कुरुत द्वेषवृत्तिम्।
सर्वे यान्ति परं ज्योतिः, त्यक्त्वा सर्वविकल्पितिम्॥
स एको ब्रह्म जगन्नाथो नामभेदैः प्रकीर्तितः ।
स स्वयंसम्पूर्णः स्वयंसिद्धः स्वातन्त्र्येण स्थितः ॥
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The Path of Worship of the Form
and the Formless God
The Path of the Form and the Formless Divine
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The Formless-silent, vast, unseen,
Beyond all thought, where none has been.
No color there, no shape, no name,
A boundless, ever-equal flame.
The mind that clings to sound and sight
Finds not its hold in endless Light.
It wanders still, by senses led,
Through paths where fleeting shadows spread.
How shall one grasp the Infinite,
Who knows the world by touch and sight?
The embodied soul, in nature tied,
Seeks something near, not vast and wide.
Thus the saint spoke with gentle art-
“Let form be the bridge for the heart.”
In image pure, in name divine,
The restless mind begins to align.
Through eyes that see, and hands that serve,
Through love that flows with steady nerve,
The finite bows to the Supreme,
And wakes at last from transient dream.
The idol is not stone alone,
But a step toward the Unseen Throne.
From form to formless, path is made,
Where fear dissolves and doubts all fade.
So worship Him in form you know,
Let love within you deeply grow-
For through that form, with heart made still,
You touch the One beyond all will.
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When Religion Loses Its Sanctity
Just as a river, once deep and wide,
Turns into dust when its streams have died,
So too does faith, when truth departs,
Grow faint and hollow in human hearts.
When divine law is cast aside,
Truth no longer walks beside.
When form survives but soul has fled,
Its holy radiance lies cold and dead.
Rituals linger, but love and devotion fade,
Like shadows cast where light once played.
The words are spoken, the acts are done,
Yet lack the warmth of the inner sun.
For true religion is not mere name,
Nor rigid rule, nor outward claim;
Its life resides in the spirit’s flame,
In truth, in love-forever the same.
When spirit lives, it shines so bright,
A guiding force, a path of light;
But drained of soul, it cannot remain-
A lifeless form, an empty frame.
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When Religion Forgets Its Eternal Essence
(The Essence of True Religion)
When any religion loses its eternal essence,
It slowly becomes a matter of mere occasions.
The followers drift away from the true way;
And when their ages pass, they are swept away.
Hence,one should follow the path of true religion,
So the soul may return to its desired pavilion.
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The sacred Text
The Right to Read, Preach and Teach
All souls may read the sacred lore,
No caste or creed can bar that door.
No birth, no gender can deny,
The quest for truth that dwells on high.
Yet one who speaks and dares to guide,
Must hold true wisdom deep inside.
For words untrue, by ignorance spread,
Lead many minds by falsehood led.
Thus Sanātan Dharma makes it clear,
Not all who read should always steer;
But those with wisdom, pure and true,
May share the light for all to view.
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True Knowledge
God is Creator of all that is,
The source of life, of cosmic bliss.
God is Sustainer of all that lives,
A silent grace that ever gives.
God is the One where all streams end,
Beyond all forms and fleeting dreams.
To know this truth deep in the soul
Is true knowledge, makes one whole.
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From Repetition to Remembrance
(The Unspoken Chant)
[अजपा जप]
At first I whisper, soft and slow,
Each sacred sound I come to know.
With steady will and focused mind,
I trace each word, no drift I find.
Then something shifts; I’m less in control,
The chant repeats deep in the soul.
No effort now, it flows with ease,
Like silent wind through forest trees.
At last, the sense of self fades,
Pure awareness gently pervades.
No voice, no thought to shape or guide,
The mantra hums from deep inside.
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The Purity of True Knowledge
God said: no treasure shines so bright,
As knowledge pure, the soul’s true light.
When saints pure in heart attain,
Truth is revealed by God again.
No flame so pure, no vision clear,
Dispels the night of doubt and fear.
It fills the heart with inner light,
A truth long veiled now comes to light.
Not gained by words nor fleeting art,
Nor born where restless passions start.
But in the depths of tranquil will,
It dawns when mind and breath are still.
One who walks the inward way,
Where mind and thought in silent purity stay.
In yoga deep, with spirit aligned,
Finds living truth within the mind.
When self and God no more divide,
And ego’s fleeting shadows slide,
Then knowledge pure begins to rise,
A living truth the soul realizes.
No outer proof is needed then,
Nor borrowed thoughts of other men.
For one who dwells in union true,
Sees all sustained by One, in sacred view.
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One-Line Essence of this Poem:
True knowledge does not arise from
the outer world, but from inner
purity and the stillness of the soul;
it is revealed by God.
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Wisdom Through Living, Not Reading Alone
Many spend their lives in reading lore,
Yet wisdom seldom reaches to the core.
Pages turn and fleeting knowledge grows,
Yet inner truth remains what few can know.
They chase the words in endless, streams,
Lose themselves in borrowed dreams.
But borrowed light can never truly stay,
When life’s own trials darken every way.
One who walks through sorrow, loss, and pain,
Who falls, yet rises stronger through the strain,
Learns truths no written page can e’er convey,
And finds within a self-illumined way.
For wisdom lives not bound in ink or page,
Nor locked within the scholar’s gilded cage.
It blooms in hearts courageous, deep, and true,
Trials faced and life experienced through.
So read-but live the truths that you have known,
Let insight grow by seeds your life has sown.
For wisdom’s light begins to rise inside,
When life itself becomes your truest guide.
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The Illusion of Righteousness
( The Misguided Righteous )
In every faith the teachers say,
“Stand firm with truth, do not betray.”
They speak aloud with earnest might,
To guide the world toward what is right.
Where sins lie hid beneath their creed,
And truth is lost in word and deed.
They preach of paths both pure and wise,
Yet fail to see through veiling lies.
Unknowing minds, yet proud they lead,
Confusing want with righteous deed.
They walk in darkness, claim the light,
And name the false as holy right.
Their followers, with faithful heart,
Accept the whole, not knowing part.
Thus wrong appears in virtue’s guise,
And falsehood shines before their eyes.
O seeker, turn your gaze within,
Where silent truths alone begin.
For right is known when ego dies,
And truth stands bare, free of lies.
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From Sin to Salvation
He who leaves the righteous way,
In thought and deed goes far astray.
By repeated wrongs, the path is laid,
It starts in mind, then grows ingrained.
What first appears a fleeting stain,
Becomes a chain of silent pain.
Through true remorse and earnest prayer,
The soul is healed with loving care.
By justice, grace, and truth above,
The sinner rises through divine love.
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Language and Righteousness
Language is a tool where thoughts are shared,
To speak with love, with mindful care.
With words and rules, minds find a way,
To show what hearts would wish to say.
Yet righteousness needs no single tongue,
Its truth in every tongue is sung.
In every land, in voices free,
It lives in pure integrity.
No language blocks what’s right and true,
For duty shines in all that’s due.
Actions speak both loud and clear,
Their fruits will follow far and near.
So speak in words or silent stay,
Deeds alone will show the way.
For righteousness and actions prove,
The truth that lives, the life that moves.
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The Silence of Truth
In this world, none truly wish to hear,
Nor seek the truth that lies so near.
Each voice rises, eager to proclaim,
Its own story, its own name.
All long to speak, but none to heed,
Lost in pride and selfish need.
Until misfortune strikes the soul,
No one seeks what makes them whole.
In this world, all chase their fame,
Spreading wide their fleeting name.
None here wish to listen-lost in pride;
Truth stands silent, pushed aside.
This is the hard reality of Earth-
Every pure soul knows it from birth.
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Unity of the Divine
By different names, the One is called,
Through varied paths, yet One for all.
In Krishna’s flute, the cosmos sings,
In Allah’s will, all life takes wing.
In Krishna, love and Lila shine,
In God, grace and truth divine.
Different tongues, yet truth the same,
One eternal, many a name.
Balabhadra shines in strength and light,
Guiding souls on paths of right.
In Jesus Christ’s sacrifice we see
A boundless love that sets souls free.
Paths are many, the goal is One,
Like countless rays from a single sun.
Let not division veil the way-
One Light shines through all night and day
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Two Souls
Two souls dwell within this world,
One seeks truth, one joy and gold.
The wise one knows life beyond death,
He walks the path with steady breath.
He works with care, his virtue bright,
Sowing small fruits that outlast night.
No gold can cross that distant shore;
His deeds outlast the closing door.
An ignorant soul denies the beyond,
To fleeting wealth he grows so fond.
He piles his silver, roots in land;
then leaves the hoard to stranger’s hand.
With empty hands, he walks alone,
No seeds are sown, no good is grown.
Thus bound by grief, by pain, by chain,
He reaps but loss, again, again.
So learn this truth before life’s end,
The path you choose will surely bend.
The wise one finds peace, serene and free,
The ignorant lives bound in misery.
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Life Beyond Death.
Death is no ending, it never arrives
It is but change, while the soul survives.
The earthly frame is left behind,
Yet the soul moves on, unbound, refined.
In subtle form it sees and hears,
It walks through realms beyond our spheres.
It feels, it speaks in voiceless tone,
Yet cannot touch the flesh and bone.
Each soul shall reap what it has sown,
And face the fruits of deeds once grown.
Thus life and death are one vast stream
Beyond both reason, thought, and dream.
We all may know the life before death
And glimpse the life that follows death.
Never Compare
No two souls are ever the same,
No two lives can share one frame.
No two paths alike will stay,
Each walks alone, day by day.
Stories differ-joy and pain,
None will ever match again.
Some rise swiftly, some grow slow,
Different souls give different glow.
Each soul blooms in its own time,
Each hums its quiet, inner rhyme.
So never compare, nor feel low,
Your life moves in its destined flow.
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Life and Death (Truth–Illusion)
In this world, life appears so real,
Yet all it holds is but a passing veil.
After death, the soul begins to see
The hidden truth of what was meant to be.
This worldly life-no more than a dream,
A fleeting shadow, not what it may seem.
When death arrives, the soul awakes at last,
Freed from the illusion of the past.
Therefore in life, let righteous actions guide,
With virtue and good deeds held deep inside.
Else after death, one surely must endure
Great pain and sorrow-none can make it pure.
Life is but a play; death reveals the truth
It runs its course here, then dissolves into truth.
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Love in Living Moments-Now, Not Later
(Service Before Separation)
The time beyond this life’s unclear,
Next birth may come in days or years.
After death, we offer tears,
Sacred rites with heartfelt prayers
Serve your loved ones while they live,
With all the care your heart can give.
Time once lost returns no more,
Late regrets will wound the core.
When breath departs and soul has flown,
No service then can still be shown.
Empty hands and tearful cries,
Cannot reach the soul that flies.
Kind words spoken, deeds so kind,
Leave a lasting peace behind.
Do not wait for “someday” call,
That day may not come at all.
So act today with love sincere,
Hold your dear ones ever near.
In living moments, truth is clear-
Serve them now, while they are here.
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When the Guardian Is Gone
When the teacher is away from sight,
The wicked swell in shadowed might;
They strut with haughty, brazen tone,
As if the school were theirs alone.
They warp the truth, they break the rule,
They scorn the meek, and make men fools.
The kind, the pure, the disciplined one,
Thrust aside and beaten down like a swan.
So too, when God’s light fades from earth,
When true saints fade from mortal birth,
The sinners rise with hearts of stone,
And rule and rend the world alone.
With pride they march, with malice burn,
From dharma’s path they all return;
They cheat the just, they wound the fair,
And cloak the world in dark despair.
Thus heed this law, both old and deep:
When guardians sleep, the wolves shall creep.
Where wisdom, dharma, faith are lost,
The righteous innocent pay the cost.
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Where Religion Breathes.
Religion breathes where love is sown,
Where mercy walks, the divine is known.
When cruelty enters through the holy gate,
Religion mourns, its purity and sanctity laid to waste.
When compassion wanes, the hymns grow cold,
A faith once pure grows harsh and cold.
No prayer can bloom where hatred dwells,
No truth resounds through bloodied bells.
When brutality wears the mask of name,
Its purity and sanctity dissolve in shame.
Religion breathes where love is sown,
Where mercy walks, the divine is known.
But when the heart forgets the kind,
Pure faith and sanctity are left behind.
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Do Not Kill in God’s Name
Do not unsheathe the sword in Heaven’s name,
For blood cannot defend the Sacred Flame.
The soul you judge was formed by God alone;
Its final fate belongs before His Throne.
God is the Judge, the Witness, and the King,
Whose law transcends the rule of earthly things.
He holds the right to punish or to spare;
No mortal hand may seize that judgment there.
He sees all hearts-the darkest and the bright,
And mends the wounds concealed from human sight.
He may forgive, as fathers pardon sons
Who lose their way before their race is run.
Through mercy’s grace, a fallen soul may rise
To walk in truth beneath forgiving skies.
So let not hatred clothe itself as grace;
Let love, not death, reveal religion’s face.
For God desires not wrath, nor blade, nor fear;
He seeks the heart that bows in love sincere.
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The Language of Cloth
(What We Wear Within)
Clothes should suit the place and part,
a quiet mirror of the heart.
Not worn to catch the restless eye,
nor chase the praise that drifts by.
Clean, simple cloth in muted tone
reveals a strength both calm and known.
No boastful thread in what we bear,
but thoughtful choice and gentle care.
For every time, a fitting way
guides each choice in conscious sway.
With dignity in all we do,
our dress reflects the soul held true.
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The Habit and Mistake of the soul
The soul dwells where once its birth has been,
And deems that place alone its world has been.
It cries that fate and others bring it pain,
And sees around itself a tightening chain.
It knows not deeds that shaped its present way,
Nor trusts the justice none can take away.
It clings to kin, to caste, to fleeting ties,
And deems them all beneath illusion’s skies.
Forgetting call divine, so soft, so true,
It weaves its plans in worldly, narrowed view.
Thus lost in self, in pride and binding drama,
It fails to see the law of higher karma.
This is its fault—the blindness of the soul
It leaves the truth that makes the spirit whole.
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Right Conduct
Do not laugh when another falls,
For every soul bears unseen calls.
Do not defame with careless speech,
For words can wound beyond all reach.
If you must criticize, do it for good,
As a healer would, not one who stood.
And when in doubt, consult with care,
With pure intent and honest prayer.
For kindness is the path we tread,
And righteousness the light ahead.
Speak truth with grace, avoid the lie,
For falsehood dims the inner eye.
Help the weary without a claim,
In selfless acts, kindle the flame.
Forgive the fault, as you would be freed,
From chains of anger, sow the seed of peace.
Honor the elder, love and guide the young,
Let harmony blossom, peace-song be sung.
Thus walk in Dharma, pure and bright,
Your conduct leads to endless light.
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He who abandons his own faith is ignorant;
for in every faith, one can find God existent.
One who instigates conversion is profoundly ignorant
Prayer to the God.
Bestow on us Your strength, O Lord Divine,
Let steadfast faith forever be mine.
Guide every step upon the righteous way,
Let us never falter, never stray.
Dispel all darkness born of deep ignorance,
Awaken truth in the light of Your radiance.
Guard us always from the paths of sin,
And fill our hearts with grace within.
Let no heart harbor hatred or fear,
Let thoughts of revenge never appear.
May selfish gain and pride depart,
And every deed be a sacred art.
Let joy’s soft blossoms scatter wide,
Till every life blooms, glorified.
O Lord of worlds, whose mercies flow,
Cleanse each heart You lovingly know.
This world is heavy with sorrow and pain,
Its people bound in suffering’s chain.
Sin’s vast burden grows day by day-
How still, O Lord, does Earth not sway?
O Ocean of Mercy, compassionate and kind,
Lift this weight from humankind.
Let not Your creation fade or cease,
Bless the world with lasting peace.
May we bear our deeds with courage and grace,
And face all trials in Your embrace.
Let past sorrows never return,
Let future joys forever burn.
Bestow on us Your strength, O Lord Divine,
Let steadfast faith forever be mine.
Guide our lives upon the righteous way-
Let us never falter, never stray.
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Sanatana - the Eternal Dharma,
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The Eternal Dharma
(Sanatana Dharma)
From timeless depths, before all name,
A Truth divine through ages came.
No prophet’s birth, no mortal hand,
But Brahman’s will across the land.
From That arose the path of right,
The flame that feeds all lesser light;
All creeds that bloom in their own way,
Drink from Its light, and bless the day.
Though forms may change and voices part,
The root abides , one cosmic heart.
Sanatana, the eternal, primal Law,
In Thee all faiths their vision saw.
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(Brahman = Supreme soul)
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Dharma - The Eternal Flame
Dharma is truth-eternal, vast,
Not bound to future, nor chained to past.
Universal law, serene and bright,
A deathless flame of guiding light.
Not for selfish gain declared,
Nor twisted words by ego snared;
It stands untouched by greed or claim,
Unmoved by praise, unhurt by blame.
Infinite, pure, forever the same,
Beyond all sect, beyond all name;
It lives where righteousness is done,
It shines alike on everyone.
Who guards Dharma with faithful heart,
And never from its path departs,
By that same Dharma is guarded still,
In storm, in sorrow, by higher will.
For Dharma is truth-eternal, wide,
The cosmic law none can divide;
He who in Dharma chooses to stand,
Is held secure by unseen hand.
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The Eternal Dharma of Deed and Word
(Discipline of Action and Speech)
Diligent action without affection,
Minimalism of speech for devotion.
Speech should be thoughtful, truthful,
Non-agitating, beneficial, and cool.
Let deeds flow swift as Ganges' stream,
Detached from fruits, like a sun-flame beam.
This is the eternal religion’s universal rule,
Healing souls, upholding dharma’s rule.
Affection = Attachment
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The Conflict of Faiths
In lands of many creeds and prayers,
Each claims the truth beyond compares.
Each heart would crown its faith divine,
And dim the others’ sacred shine.
Thus pride of faith, though born of zeal,
Turns peace to strife, and love to steel.
When truth is seen in every wise face,
Then faith shall bloom in peace and grace.
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Mock not the grace that women bear;
She cradles life with tender care.
Deceive no child whose heart is pure;
Their trust is sacred, their love secure.
Betray not faith so deep, so true;
Her strength awakes in every hue.
Raise not the hand on humankind-
We all are threads in life entwined.
Spare every soul of guiltless birth;
Compassion still upholds the earth.
Let no one suffer by thy pride;
For God walks humbly at their side.
Shun paths of hatred, greed, and spite;
Let truth and mercy be your light.
Guard well the thought, the word, the deed;
For mind’s the field where virtues seed.
Revere the Earth-her woods and seas;
They breathe our life in silent peace.
Harm not the beasts, nor waste the field;
To love all life is virtue’s shield.
Forgive the wrong, release the chain;
For wrath returns as deeper pain.
In pardon rests the soul made free;
Forgiveness mirrors divinity.
Serve the weak, the lost, the poor;
Through service true, God guards the door.
Let giving hands and hearts unite-
For selfless love is sacred might.
Let pride not blind the inward sight;
The meek in spirit walk in light.
Honour the wise, the saint, the sage;
Their words redeem the darkest age.
Shun cruel ways and restless night;
Let peace and truth be your guiding light.
Where love is law and hate departs,
There Eternal Religion lives in human hearts.
Where life is truth and souls are art,
Eternal Religion breathes through every heart.
The Love of God
God is all in all; He loves both great and small,
He holds the soul that walks within His light;
He blesses hearts that seek to do what’s right,
And dwells with those who answer His call.
He loves the hearts that keep His presence near,
Whose faith is steady, humble, and sincere;
Who honor truth and walk His sacred way,
And carry love for all that comes each day.
He guides the ones who bow in quiet grace,
Who see His image in the human face;
Who serve with love, in word and every deed,
And find in Him the only life they need.
He cherishes hearts both simple and true,
Whose every act is done in love for You;
In such pure souls His presence will remain-
Eternal joy, beyond all loss and pain.
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The Eternal Lord
He who beholds the Eternal Lord within,
In truth and wisdom lifts himself from sin;
No stain of darkness lingers where He stays,
Who seek His shelter through devoted ways.
Beyond all rites, beyond all earthly gain,
They dwell where timeless truth alone remains;
No birth, no death can touch that sacred light—
The Lord abides in pure and endless sight.
Eternal, pure, and supremely bright,
He is the source of truth, of bliss, of light;
In silent hearts His presence shall not cease—
He is the very essence of all peace.
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Descent and Ascent of the Soul
(The Ladder of Fall and Rise)
From lust arises wrathful flame,
Delusion clouds the heart and aim.
Then greed and pride with envy blend,
Thus downward does the spirit descend.
From self-restraint springs peaceful bloom,
Clear mind dispels the inner gloom.
From righteousness flows humble grace,
And love uplifts the soul to its place.
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Dear Devotee, Do Not Despair
Dear devotee, do not despair,
The Lord is near, His grace is there.
Though trials rise and shadows fall,
His unseen hand sustains through all.
In sorrow’s night when tears may flow,
And winds of hardship fiercely blow,
Be calm in heart, be firm, be strong-
Your pain will not endure for long.
Each struggle shapes the soul within,
And purifies from fear and sin.
No tear is lost, no prayer unheard,
Each sigh is known unto the Lord.
Walk on with faith through every story,
Beyond the dust awaits true glory.
Your final chapter, bright and free,
Will end in bliss eternally.
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Deathless Soul's Eternal Flight
Death is not life's final breath,
Nor truth confined to final breath.
To deem it end is vision dim,
A thought by ignorance grown grim.
When mortal frame to dust returns,
The deathless soul still onward burns.
Through unseen doors it takes its flight,
To destined paths of hidden light.
From birth to birth its course is spun,
As sets the moon and wakes the sun.
In varied forms it learns and strives,
By law eternal, lives again arise.
This truth eternal dharma proclaims,
In sacred light it stands the same.
Who grasp this wisdom, firm and clear,
Transcend all grief, outgrow all fear.
But those who see no life beyond,
To fleeting forms grow deeply fond.
Thus sorrow binds their hearts in pain,
Till knowledge breaks illusion's chain.
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Blindness and Awakening .
The essence of all religions is the same,
Every heart burns with the same divine flame.
The God of all faiths is one and the same,
He is beyond caste, creed, religion, and name.
Religious conversion is born of ignorance,
When the soul lies asleep , blind to inner glance.
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God Is One .
In a land of many faiths and creeds,
Where gods were named for wants and needs,
One believer spoke with a boastful claim,
“My God’s the greatest, the holiest name.”
Then another believer replied with pride,
“Your path is narrow — mine is wide.
My God reigns higher, beyond the sky,
The only truth that cannot die.”
Yet in the silence beyond their pride,
A gentle voice, the truth implied:
“I am the One, the All, the Whole,
Not bound by name, nor creed, nor role.
I live in hearts, in breath, in light,
Equal to all, beyond your sight.”
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One Light, Many Paths .
He who leaves his faith behind,
Is lost within a clouded mind.
And he who leads the soul astray,
Knows not the light, nor truth, nor way.
The lamps may differ , flame is one,
All lit beneath the Eternal Sun.
The rivers many, yet all they run
To meet the sea , and God is one.
The songs may change, the tongues may shift,
Yet all true praise through heaven drifts.
Those who divide by robe or rite,
Have yet to glimpse the inner light.
Religion’s not a badge or brand,
But how we live, and where we stand.
To love, to serve, to rise above
This is real faith, this is true love.
So judge not paths that others take,
For all are true who walk awake.
Let not blind minds our peace destroy
In truth and oneness, find your joy.
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Equality and Peace
Where equality walks, peace is born,
Where hearts are one, no soul is torn.
Similarity bridges mind to mind,
In shared reflection, truth we find.
But inequality sows the seeds of strife,
And conflict cuts through human life.
Dissimilarity widens the divide,
Where pride and difference collide.
So choose the path where all are seen,
Equal in worth, in shade and sheen.
For peace abides where oneness grows,
And love is equal-where equality flows.
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The Fall of Pride, the Rise of Truth
(Path to Resolving Disputes)
I think that I am always right,
While others dwell in endless night.
Non-acceptance seals my view-
Proud arrogance I cannot undo.
It bars the truth from reaching me,
Rejects the wisdom I might see.
In ego’s fortress, proud and tall,
I turn away from light for all.
Yet grace can break this cruel control,
And melt the hardness of the soul.
When humble eyes the world behold,
Surrender turns the heart to gold.
Let pride depart, let compassion rise-
In unity, humility, truth and peace shall rise.
The Divine within all hearts we find,
In selfless love, one soul, one mind.
Beyond the “I” the boundless Self is seen,
All hearts as one in love and truth convene.
The seeker fades, the sacred light prevails-
Where Dharma leads, no fear, no darkness dwells.
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The Ascent to God
I
In silent night the yogi abides,
His trembling breath in stillness subsides.
The restless mind no longer strays,
In meditation’s glow, the spirit prays.
II
Slow fades the “I”; the boundary dies,
In deepened trance the spirit flies;
Worldly chains are gently torn,
A higher life within is born.
III
Now upward moves the living soul,
Beyond the sky, beyond the whole;
Through subtle realms the seeker sees
The shadowed glow of shadow-energy.
IV
Then breaks the dawn of radiant might,
Pure light floods with endless light;
All limits melt, all bindings flee-
Unresisted reigns in eternity.
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No wall remains, no veil, no fear,
The devotee draws the Divine near;
In voiceless depth the soul is free-
At last it meets the supreme Reality.
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A dedicated meditation practitioner
is traditionally called a "yogi"
The ignorant claims that science is supreme,
That science alone fulfills life’s dream.
He mocks all faith and calls the unseen small,
Declaring human wisdom the ruler of all.
But the wise inventor humbly understands
That truth is not forged by mortal hands.
We strive, we toil, we seek, and explore-
Yet God alone grants the fruits we adore.
Bhagavata Dharma
Dwell ever in the holy place,
With every act of heart and mind,
Be offered to the Lord divine.
With faith and love the Lord adore,
With faith and love keep sacred lore;
Through selfless work and constant prayer,
Behold the Lord abiding there.
Perform thy duty, calm and free,
Let no desire imprison thee;
In truth remain, in virtue stand,
And hold His presence close at hand.
The hidden truth the Lord reveals,
Can cleanse the heart and all wounds heal;
Who sees the Lord in all that lives,
Finds peace that His vision gives.
This is the path supremely blest,
The purest way, the holiest quest;
The secret light, the boundless balm
Bhagavata Truth, eternal calm.
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Not by birth, nor robe, nor seat of pride,
Not by crowds that gather at his side,
Not by fame that echoes loud and far-
None reveal the Guru, the guiding star.
The Vedas whisper, the Gita proclaims with might,
The Bhagavatam kindles the inner light:
Shsstra-jña- in scriptures deeply trained,
Yet lives the Truth his wisdom gained.
Tattva-darshi- seer of the Real,
Brahman realized - not thought, but living zeal;
Truth not borrowed from distant voice,
But soul-awakened, conscious choice.
Master of senses, tranquil, pure within,
Ego dissolved like mist grown thin;
Untouched by greed, by sin unbound,
In inner stillness, peace profound.
Compassion flows from moonlike eyes,
Cooling hearts where sorrow lies;
Steady in Brahman, firm, unmoved,
In silent Presence ever proved.
Detached yet kind, from mind’s knots free,
No thirst for fame or vanity;
No ashram crowns, no garment makes the sage,
No throne of praise creates the sacred stage.
The true Guru living flame of Truth’s bright form,
Where knowledge and realization unite and transform.
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Where God’s own essence is unknown,
No Dharma stands, no truth is sown.
Where liberation’s truth is spurned,
No Dharma blooms, no soul is earned.
The teacher blind to Dharma’s way,
Leads hearts astray, in night and day.
His path, his words, untrue, unwise,
Devoid of truth, where darkness lies.
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True Worship
For worship there is no time,
No need for bell or chant or chime;
God only sees devotion, not time-
A loving heart is truth sublime.
God does not see what you offer,
Nor judge the outer golden cover;
He only sees respect hidden in the wrapper,
The silent faith you gently offer.
No wealth nor grand display He sees,
No costly gifts or rituals please;
A humble heart bowed down in prayer
Brings the Lord to dwell and hear.
So worship not by hour or art,
But with a pure and faithful heart;
Where love and reverence shine in heart,
There begins true worship, devotion’s start.
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The Upholding of Dharma
All ask me, “Where have you learned?”
I reply, “From all that I have seen-
From there my lessons I have learned.”
Lord Ram came, fulfilled his sacred duty;
Lord Krishna came, acted just as truly.
Tell me, Without action, without duty,
How can my Dharma be earned truly?
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In the Guise of Dharma
They explain Dharma in their own way,
To uplift their image and suit their way.
They trample Dharma’s eternal core,
Yet wear the garb that saints once wore;
With pious speech and crooked art,
They hide the poison in their heart.
They name their sins as “sacred will,”
And drag the Divine to bless their ill;
Before each crime, they falsely claim,
“God Himself ordained this game.”
Blinded by ignorance and ego, deaf to truth,
They chase the shadow, shun the proof;
What seems to them as heaven’s light,
Is but the veil of endless night.
Not righteous are these men, misled-
By pride and greed they all are led;
Their merit fades, their virtue dies,
As death and darkness slowly rise.
Thus heed this law, O wandering soul-
God dwells with truth, not untruth's dole.
Where Dharma breaks and falsehood reigns,
There sin and misery walk in chains.
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Misguided in the Name of God
Those who violate eternal Dharma’s way,
Yet boast of righteousness night and day,
They cloak their sins in sacred dress,
And call their falsehood “godliness.”
In every wrongful deed they claim,
“The Lord Himself inspires our aim.”
They drag the Divine into their sin,
And think salvation lies therein.
Blinded by pride, they cannot see
How far they drift from truth's decree.
What they call light is deepest night,
What they call truth is void of sight.
No, they are not the righteous band-
They wander lost in desert sand.
Their fortune fades, their spirit falls,
For death and darkness softly calls.
They are not virtuous; not devoted to God.
They are misguided in the name of the Lord.
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As One Sees, So God Appears
When God on earth in human form did stay,
Yet few could see His truth in mortal clay.
Some hearts awoke and knew His form divine,
And felt His presence radiant, pure, sublime.
By His own word, His glory stood revealed,
And faith in Him within their souls was sealed.
They bowed in love, their vision clear and bright,
And sensed His fragrance filled with sacred light.
But others saw a man of common birth,
And mocked His name, unaware of worth.
Their clouded minds, in ignorance confined,
Perceived no grace, no truth their hearts could find.
Thus lives this tale upon the earthly span-
God seen as God, or merely seen as man.
As is the heart, so is the sight we frame:
One finds the truth, another mocks the same.
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Do Not Cry on Death
O soul, do not weep at anyone’s death,
For birth and death share a single breath.
One has laid this body aside like attire,
For the voyage of being will not expire.
He shall be reborn on this very sphere,
In another form, maybe in another year.
One who was once so near and dear,
May become your foe, if destiny steers.
A different name, or perhaps the same,
A different tongue, or familiar frame;
A different path his feet may tread,
Or walk again where once he led.
So, O soul, sink not in sorrow deep,
For death is a door-no eternal sleep.
Remain tranquil, wakeful, aware;
Do what is right, sincere and fair.
And step by step, your soul secure,
You shall arrive where all is pure.
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(The Path of True Religion)
They worship day and night and sing,
With burning lamps and bells that ring;
For months and years their voices rise,
Yet darkness dwells behind their eyes.
They fast, they pray, their rites complete,
Yet harbor hate where hearts retreat
They follow rules with measured breath,
Yet on their lips still lingers death.
They speak God’s name with zealous claim,
Yet forget the Goddess’ holy name;
They wound the world with deep disdain,
And call their faith pure, the only sane.
They cloak their wrongs in faith's disguise,
Forget divine law for corruption’s lies.
They bow to gods, yet women shun-
Who grant them life, who make them one;
They miss the truth the seers define:
Both man and woman equally shine.
Without the Goddess by His side,
Their worship fails, their prayer denied
They dream of heaven’s blissful light,
Yet walk in shadows without sight;
For Dharma is no blinded way,
But truth that lights the soul by day.
True Dharma breathes in gentleness,
In love, respect, and tenderness;
Not hate, nor harm, nor violence grim,
Nor ego raised as something prim.
A faith that wounds another soul
Is shattered at its inner goal;
For creeds that breed contempt and pain
Can never be true religion’s domain
Where love is lost, where hearts grow cold,
Where women’s worth is bought and sold,
Such worship breaks the cosmic laws
That heaven shaped with timeless cause.
True religion is not rites alone,
Nor crowds, nor gilded temple throne;
It is to acknowledge, or see in every one
A single, beautiful bright, divine One.
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The Balance Within Every Deed
(Verse on the Duality of Karma)
In every deed that we pursue,
Two shadows walk-one dark, one light.
No act is born of perfect light,
Nor wholly lost in endless night.
Good may rise like morning air,
Bad may whisper unaware;
Yet what we choose to shape and feed
Decides the worth of every deed.
When good outweighs the darker part,
The act becomes a noble art;
But when the shadows claim their share,
The deed grows heavy with despair.
Thus weigh each step, each word, each deed-
For virtue lives in choosing right.
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VIDEO
The Reality of Life
(Divine Spell of Life)
God grants to every soul a span,
A silent gift, unseen by man.
Within the heart it softly lies,
A hidden flame that never dies.
Some use this spell to spread the light,
And kindle hope in darkest night.
While others wander, lost in chase,
Of fleeting dreams and empty race.
This spell is freedom, this is choice,
Bestowed on all with silent voice.
To shape one’s course, to rise or fall-
The Divine entrusts this gift to all.
Yet when the spell draws near its end,
No wealth nor power can defend.
The body turns to dust again,
Released from time and mortal pain.
But deeds of truth, the seeds once sown,
Shall live when earthly breath has flown.
For life’s a sacred role we play,
Till time dissolves the fleeting day.
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Fabric of Truth
What is woven out of threads of lies
Shines for a moment, then slowly dies.
Its colors fade, its strength grows small,
Built on shadows, it must fall.
Falsehood fashions learning’s art,
Education bright, yet void at heart;
For wisdom wrapped in deceitful thread
Is living light that feels already dead.
A king who builds his throne on lies
May dazzle crowds and seem so wise;
Yet time reveals the hidden flaw-
His brittle crown will break by law.
A kingdom raised on falsehood’s ground
May glitter wide with trumpet sound;
But hidden cracks beneath the hall
Will one day topple, proud and tall.
But cloth of truth, though plain it seems,
Glows with a light beyond all dreams.
No storm can tear, no fire consume;
It carries peace, it banishes gloom.
Truth may walk a silent way,
Yet brings a calm new dawn from gray.
So weave your life with threads of light,
With honest word and vision bright.
For what is born of truth shall stand,
In peace of soul, forever grand.
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Where Wealth Turns to Dust.
In this dark age, strange souls take birth;
They crave to rule each corner of earth.
They cheat in silence, they cheat in light,
And carve quick shortcuts that seem so bright.
In this dark era, such dark souls rise;
They claim their place through cunning lies.
They chase high colleges, degrees in hand;
They hunger for money, the praise of man.
They dream of big chairs, of power and name;
They hire loud voices, the media for fame.
With heart and soul they chase the Noble prize,
Yet doom awaits beneath their disguise.
They know nothing of life beyond death,
Where God alone rules , the Lord of breath.
Where all earth’s wealth turns into dust,
And souls are weighed by truth and trust.
When the body breaks and breath is gone,
Their souls descend where light is none.
Too late they weep; too late they pray
Their hollow glory, in that hour, swept away.
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Dream, Death, Rebirth and the Soul
When silent slips the soul away,
No mortal sense can trace its way.
No tremor stirs the lifeless frame,
No sign appears, none speaks its name.
In subtle vastness moves the soul,
Beyond all breath, beyond control.
Alone it glides from realms divine,
Or led by Yama’s aides through Time.
Along death’s path, by deeds once sown,
In ways unknown, it journeys on.
But when it takes a form once more,
And enters flesh as done before,
A sudden pain, a conscious start,
Proclaims its presence in the heart.
That touch of life, that stirring flame,
Declares the soul has come again.
Through sense and ache, the truth is shown
The living self is not the bone.
O wandering mind, be not misled
By dreams where fleeting shadows spread.
Not all that seems is truly real;
Discern the truth that pain reveals.
For dreams may weave illusion’s veil,
Yet signs of truth shall still prevail.
Know by that spark, so deep within-
The soul returns, and life begins.
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The Body and the Soul and code
The soul is the life-force, silent and bright,
The primal power, the source of all light.
It gives each being its purpose and flame;
The body but answers when called by its name.
The body is only a shelter of clay,
A home where the soul chooses briefly to stay.
Though strong or adorned with beauty and grace,
It is not the dweller-only the place.
No bond truly binds the house and the one
Who lives within till his journey is done.
So stand the body and soul far apart-
One is the vessel, the other the heart.
Not flesh nor form makes a being refined,
But the soul’s own nature, pure or unkind.
All virtues and flaws from that source unfold-
The body is silent; the soul writes the code.
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Knowing the Heart of Man
(The Measure of a Man)
In society’s wisdom, passed through time,
We find simple truths in thoughtful rhyme.
To know a person, wise and true,
Observe their words and actions too.
The ideal mind seeks thoughts that rise,
In noble dreams and visions wise.
They speak of truth, of higher aim,
And light within a virtuous flame.
The good will speak of deeds that aid,
Of paths where helping hands are laid.
Their words bring comfort, calm, and cheer,
And guide the lost with vision clear.
The lesser mind in faults will stay,
In others’ flaws they lose their way.
In constant blame their thoughts reside,
With restless tongue and wounded pride.
A person’s worth is clearly shown,
By how they treat the weak, unknown.
The ones beneath, the poor, the small,
Reveal the truth that governs all.
In nature’s care and kindness shown,
Their inner seeds are truly known.
To those in pain or deep distress,
Their acts reveal their tenderness.
A man is judged by friends he keeps,
And righteousness he accepts or leaves.
For company shapes the heart and mind,
And leaves its silent mark behind.
The face reflects the hidden soul,
Its fleeting signs reveal the whole.
In eyes and gestures softly cast,
The inner thoughts are seen at last.
A good man walks with gentle grace,
With compassion shining in his face.
He helps in times of grief and need,
With selfless heart in word and deed.
With due respect to all he gives,
In humble truth he always lives.
To elders, peers, and those below,
His reverence continues to grow.
His mind is calm, his senses still,
He governs anger by his will.
No envy clouds his steady sight,
He walks the path of inner light.
In truth he stands, in honesty clear,
With faithful heart and conscience dear.
No falsehood stains his spoken word,
His voice with purity is heard.
No pride resides within his way,
In modest strength he moves each day.
His virtues shine, yet softly stay,
Like stars that glow without display.
With sincere heart and purpose bright,
He walks in truth, in silent light.
His words and deeds in union stand,
A noble soul in every land.
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The Mystery of Creation
The cuckoo lays its egg in a stranger’s nest,
The crow, unaware, gives love and rest.
With tireless wings and watchful eye,
It feeds the child beneath the sky.
The crow does not know it is not its own-
A truth concealed, forever unknown.
So moves creation, silent and deep,
Where bonds are formed, yet secrets sleep.
Near and dear, by name and face,
Are held by fate, not blood nor race.
Who knows the soul that wears a form?
Who knows its past, where it was born?
We call them “mine,” we hold them near,
Yet their true self is veiled and unclear.
Only God knows the soul’s true thread,
Where it has walked, where it is led.
In this vast play of name and role,
The Knower of all is the One alone.
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The Power of Self-Correction
(From Inner Truth to World Peace)
If one beholds one’s faults within,
And strives to cleanse each trace of sin,
With steadfast will and vision true,
All inner storms fade from view.
If society can see its flaws,
And strives to mend its broken laws,
With mindful steps and purpose wise,
Its heavy chains dissolve and die.
If every country knows its flaws,
And walks the path of righteous laws,
Through self-correction, firm and wise,
A nation’s countless troubles die.
If nations see their shadowed ways,
And walk the path of righteous ways,
Through self-correction, pure and kind,
The world’s deep wounds are healed in time.
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Soul’s Divine Vision
O soul,
In this life none are friends, none foes-
All are divine instruments, aligned in rows.
Remember this truth, and you banish all woes.
O soul, walk gently through time and space,
For every form reflects the One’s own face.
See all as vessels of hidden light,
And sorrow dissolves within inner sight.
O soul, embrace illusion’s sacred weave,
Where hearts awaken when they cease to grieve.
No enemy stands, no ally claims a throne-
All serve the Lord whose will alone is known.
Thus liberated, tread the path divine,
With boundless joy in love’s pure shrine.
The world’s a stage of His unfailing grace-
Awake, O soul, and behold His face.
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Avoid Excess in All Things
(The Discipline of Moderation)
Excess of wealth can blind the sight,
It dims the soul that seeks the light.
Too much of beauty breeds vain pride,
And turns the heart from truth aside.
Excess of health may lead to boast,
Till wisdom’s humble voice is lost.
Too much of food makes dull the mind,
And chains the soul we seek to find.
So walk the path where balance stays,
In measured nights and measured days.
For virtue lives where limits blend-
In all things, let the mean be friend.
For truth stands firm, the sages said:
Excess must everywhere be shed.
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The Soul’s Journey
O my soul, behold this wondrous stage,
Where God sends all to act their page.
In earthly play, through joy and strife,
We walk the fleeting path of life.
By His great veil of mystic art,
We lose the truth within the heart;
The One we knew in realms above
Seems distant in this world we love.
When first we step on mortal sand,
We argue what we fail to understand;
We praise, we blame, we seek to know,
Yet drift in illusion’s restless flow.
But when the final call draws near,
All masks fall off, all voices clear.
We leave behind both pride and shame,
And answer to the Lord who called our name.
For every debt of care and grace,
We must repay before we trace;
If dues remain-unpaid, unknown,
We shall return, reborn, alone.
So journey on, O soul divine,
Let truth within your spirit shine.
Remember Him in all you do,
And He will gently lead you through.
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Life and God
In this brief life, some walk as friends,
While others part as journey ends;
Some shine like lamps along the way,
Some warm our hearts, yet cannot stay.
We wander on with map unknown,
Each step uncertain-still our own;
We strive to find our destined role,
The truth unread within the soul.
But when the light of wisdom nears,
It calms our doubts and stills our fears;
Then peace unfolds its gentle art,
And dawn awakens in the heart.
For God and angels, pure and wise,
Alone discern where purpose lies;
Their grace uplifts, their friendship guides
The trembling soul through shadowed tides.
So walk with God, keep faith alive,
Let love within your spirit thrive;
For those who stand with Him above
Shall walk below in endless love.
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The Abode of Peace
Year after year I sought for Peace,
Through God, through priest, through inward seas;
In temple halls and crowded ways,
Through fleeting nights and restless days.
I chased her through the changing scene-
In joy, in grief, in what has been;
Yet ever like a distant star,
She felt so near, yet seemed so far.
At last, when all my seeking ceased,
I met the still and silent Peace.
I bowed with heart and folded hands:
“O Peace, in which bright realm thou stand’st?”
She smiled-no voice, yet truth was heard,
A wordless light, beyond all word:
“I dwell not where the heart must strive,
Nor where the fear of death survives.
I live where birth and death are naught,
Where ‘I’ dissolves in purest Thought;
Where name and form no more prevail,
And Silence with the Soul doth dwell.
Seek me not in worldly strife,
Nor in the trembling tides of life;
But climb to Liberation’s silent height-
There blooms my calm, unending light;
Liberation - the freedom, pure and deep,
From birth and rebirth’s binding sweep.
When seer, the seeing, and the seen
Fade into what has always been-
Beyond all fear and earthly chain,
In Liberation ends all pain.
The Final Prayer of the Soul
O Lord,
My longings fade, my hopes fulfilled,
And all I cherished slips away, diminished.
The debt of birth still calls Your name;
Come, take me in Your arms again.
In this vast world where sorrow swells,
No heart remains where pure love dwells.
Where only Your pure love can live,
My aching soul longs to return and live.
Scarred by betrayal, I forsook desire;
Burned by deep sorrow, I quenched all fire.
I’ve wept so long, now tears won’t come;
My breaking heart falls in Your loving arms.