Translate Words Into Deeds
The words of prophets, sages and seers. Can liberate us, and makeus the means to enlighten others. They fill us with nectar. Their purifying words help to keep us on the right path; to shun impurities and undesirable thoughts so that we do not poison our own lives, or the lives of others. Although this wisdom has been there for ages, we have preferred to follow the path of destruction, which harms self and others, too, causing restlessness and upheaval. Truth lovers have always shunned these negative tendencies. They rise above narrow mindedness and focus on self-reform and self-refinement. They do not entertain jealousy or contemplate any thoughts of denigrating others. Their noble words upon, and based on love, faith and devotion. This is what distinguishes saints. They attained lofty heights not with mere words, but with practical action. Words in themselves are not enough. If humility is talked about, it has to be practised. We have to love others; mere talk of love will not suffice. If we talk about large-heartedness, large-hearted we must become. People can gauge our intentions; we cannot hide them for long. We must, therefore, watch what we say and always exercise control. Through exemplary lives of saints and seers God teaches us how to live. A stable walk requires awareness of Truth. There is a tendency not to accept responsibility, but to Truth our base, concentrate on healing and provide solace to others. A poet reminds us that one evil word spoken in a moment can have far-reaching consequences causing suffering that lasts for centuries. It is like a pebble thrown in a pond, the ripples of which reach far and wide. A word can redeem, and a word can hinder. But, if we live by the words of saints, our status remains intact and cannot be lowered. The life of Kabir is one such example. Despite people's attempts to disrepute him, his status remains high. Our real worth is not gained through education, high rank or ego, but through humility and selflessness. The humblest is the highest and to remain so, Bulle Shah says such a person himself naïve, low and without merit; he owes his existence solGod's grace. If we close our eyes, the sunlose its light; only we do. Hencemust keepour gnostic eyes alw=to be enlightened within to be asee without. Then, we can nevestumble. Baba Gurbachan Singwould say: "Both inner and outneed to be enlightened. If you ccloseyourphysical eyes,the lignot go away; it is stillthere. Bytoken if you choose not to use ygnostic eyes,youwill not see thgoodness all around." This means that inner visioyield outwardly. Our good intenshould manifest into equally godeeds. We are to listen to sacredwith our mind and recite with odeeds Putting into action what
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Translate Words Into Deeds
The words of prophets, sages and seers. Can liberate us, and makeus the means to enlighten others. They fill us with nectar. Their purifying words help to keep us on the right path; to shun impurities and undesirable thoughts so that we do not poison our own lives, or the lives of others. Although this wisdom has been there for ages, we have preferred to follow the path of destruction, which harms self and others, too, causing restlessness and upheaval. Truth lovers have always shunned these negative tendencies. They rise above narrow mindedness and focus on self-reform and self-refinement. They do not entertain jealousy or contemplate any thoughts of denigrating others. Their noble words upon, and based on love, faith and devotion. This is what distinguishes saints. They attained lofty heights not with mere words, but with practical action. Words in themselves are not enough. If humility is talked about, it has to be practised. We have to love others; mere talk of love will not suffice. If we talk about large-heartedness, large-hearted we must become. People can gauge our intentions; we cannot hide them for long. We must, therefore, watch what we say and always exercise control. Through exemplary lives of saints and seers God teaches us how to live. A stable walk requires awareness of Truth. There is a tendency not to accept responsibility, but to Truth our base, concentrate on healing and provide solace to others. A poet reminds us that one evil word spoken in a moment can have far-reaching consequences causing suffering that lasts for centuries. It is like a pebble thrown in a pond, the ripples of which reach far and wide. A word can redeem, and a word can hinder. But, if we live by the words of saints, our status remains intact and cannot be lowered. The life of Kabir is one such example. Despite people's attempts to disrepute him, his status remains high. Our real worth is not gained through education, high rank or ego, but through humility and selflessness. The humblest is the highest and to remain so, Bulle Shah says such a person himself naïve, low and without merit; he owes his existence solGod's grace. If we close our eyes, the sunlose its light; only we do. Hencemust keepour gnostic eyes alw=to be enlightened within to be asee without. Then, we can nevestumble. Baba Gurbachan Singwould say: "Both inner and outneed to be enlightened. If you ccloseyourphysical eyes,the lignot go away; it is stillthere. Bytoken if you choose not to use ygnostic eyes,youwill not see thgoodness all around." This means that inner visioyield outwardly. Our good intenshould manifest into equally godeeds. We are to listen to sacredwith our mind and recite with odeeds Putting into action what
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed in the Article above are Nirankari Baba Hardev Singh and kashmiribhatta.in is not in any way responsible for the opinions expressed in the above article. The article belongs to its respective owner or owners and this site does not claim any right over it.
Courtesy: Nirankari Baba Hardev Singh and Speaking Tree,Times of India