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    Karma
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    Karma

    By Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

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    Karma or actions form the fabric of our daily physical existence. Our actions govern our destiny. The Karmic concept forms the central core of Hinduism. It holds that the consequences of one’s deeds follow the soul as it migrates from one place of existence to another. Karma also refers to action in a physical daily sense. Our attitudes and beliefs that govern these actions are vital to well being and harmony. “Karmanyeva Adhikaraste,” says the Lord in the Gita. We are responsible for our actions, but hold no rights over the fruits thereof. Listen to Bhagawan as He unravels the mysteries behind karma. Over the next few pages, try listening to His voice as He speaks of how our actions make us what we are, and how we can use them to become what we want to be.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSri Sathya Sai Sadhana Trust, Publications Division
    Release dateOct 24, 2013
    ISBN9789350691441
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    Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

    Sri Sathya Sai Baba was born as Sathyanarayana Raju on November 23rd, 1926 in the village of Puttaparthi, in the state of Andhra Pradesh in South India. Even as a child, His spiritual inclination and contemplative nature set Him apart from other children of His age, and He was known as 'Guru' and "Brahmajnani' among His peers and others in the village. On October 20th, 1940, He made the historic declaration of His Avatarhood and the world at large learnt of this divine phenomenon. Today, millions of devotees worship Him as an 'Avatar' and an incarnation of the Sai Baba of Shirdi.Revealing the purpose of His Advent, Sai Baba has said that He has come to re-establish the rhythm of righteousness in the world and repair the ancient highway to God, which over the years has systematically deteriorated.Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba is an integral manifestation who combines two very significant roles. Firstly, He is a great spiritual Master, famed for His simple and sweet exposition of the greatest and most intricate of spiritual truths which form the fundamental teachings of all the religions of the world. His formula for man to lead a meaningful life is the five-fold path of Sathya, Dharma, Shanthi, Prema, and Ahimsa. Love for God, fear of sin and morality in society - these are His prescriptions for our ailing world.Secondly, He is an inexhaustible reservoir of pure love. His numerous service projects, be it free hospitals, free schools and colleges, free drinking water supply or free housing projects, all stand testimony to His selfless love and compassion for the needy and less privileged. True to His declaration - "My Life is My Message", He has inspired and continues to inspire millions of His devotees worldwide by His personal example to live the ideal that service to man is service to God.Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba is a beacon of hope in the world. A devotee said, "Bhagawan Baba is nothing but Love walking on two feet."

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    Karma - Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

    Foreword

    Karma or actions form the fabric of our daily physical existence. Our actions govern our destiny. The Karmic concept forms the central core of Hinduism. It holds that the consequences of one’s deeds follow the soul as it migrates from one place of existence to another. Karma also refers to action in a physical daily sense. Our attitudes and beliefs that govern these actions are vital to well being and harmony. Karmanyeva Adhikaraste, says the Lord in the Gita. We are responsible for our actions, but hold no rights over the fruits thereof. Listen to Bhagawan as He unravels the mysteries behind karma. Over the next few pages, try listening to His voice as He speaks of how our actions make us what we are, and how we can use them to become what we want to be.

    1

    One meaning of Karma that is popularly accepted is that it is one’s destiny, or fate, the inescapable ‘writings’ on the brow, which has to work itself out. It is thought that there is no escape from it. But, people forget that some other hand does not write it. It is all written by one’s own hand and the hand that writes it can also wipe it off.

    (S.S.S. Vol.III p.167)

    2

    The word Karma may appear to be small, but its meaning is profound. It is not possible to define Karma. It has neither beginning, nor end. Just as life has no beginning, Karma, too, is without a beginning. Thus, the nature of Karma is shrouded in mystery and in trying to comprehend its significance, one must be earnest and steadfast.

    (S. p.43)

    3

    What is the inner meaning of performing Karma? "Chitta shuddhi (purity of consciousness)

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