Sivanandaji S Philosophy and teachings

Swami Sivananda Philosophy and Teachings 1. Brahman or the Absolute is the only reality. This is Sat-Chit-Ananda. 2. Brahman or Absolute manifests itself as Jiva or Soul, Ishvara or Lord. The light of Brahman alone is Jiva and everything else. 3. The world and the ego are unreal. This universe is nothing but a variety of Maya. The universe is only the mind. The world is nothing but the mind, manifesting itself as such only by the power of Brahman. 4. Those who do not investigate the Atma will see as a reality this world, which is nothing but the nature of Sankalpa. Jiva, Ishvara and the universe are only manifestations of Sankalpa. This universe, as such, never exists. There is no world in the three periods of time. 5. All things, although they seem different, are the light of Brahman. In an unstable world, immovable means Brahman. Brahman in motion is the world. 6. Personality is nothing else but Brahman. The body with its organs and everything else is nothing but the mind. The mind manifests as the outer world in the form of pain and pleasure, bondage and freedom, truth and error. The mind is subjectively this universe. Time, space and causality are creations of the mind. 7. Only the activity of the mind is truly defined as Karma. True liberation comes as a result of the mind being freed from bondage. The game of the mind makes up this universe. 8. Higher meditation is given to those who are free from mental changes. 9. Rid of defilements, the mind will become calm, unshakable and blissful. Then the illusion of Samsara with its births and deaths, suffering and pleasures, will be destroyed. 10. The idea of ​​the reality of the world is strengthened by the contemplation of non-Atman or worldly objects. 11. By the grace of Ishvara the highest spiritual state is attained. 12. Atman can be realized by controlling Maya. If Maya is under control, all the ideas of the world disappear. 13. Various sufferings are achieved in the mind when there is no Samadhi leading to the attainment of brahmic bliss. 14. Nothing will cause discrimination and anxiety in the mind if you do not strive for the fruits of your actions. Only Gyana will give you the vision you need to realize the Atman. 15. Everything will become Brahman through Shumunti Mouna. Giving up Sangha or desires brings the same result. The path to the highest goal, despite the many obstacles that arise, can be facilitated by a mentor, who knows how by various means, as well as by renunciation, to lead his disciple to perfection. 16. A neophyte on the path of Vedanta or Gyana Yoga should possess four qualities, namely: Viveka (the ability to distinguish the real from the unreal), Vairagya (dispassion), Shad-Sampat (six virtues) and Mumukshutva (strong desire for liberation). 17. Develop pure Vasanas, Shanti (peace), Santosh (satisfaction). Practice Brahma Vichara. Take shelter of Satsanga or association with the wise. You will soon achieve self-realization. eighteen. Renunciation of Ahamkara or egoism leads to the attainment of Atma-jnana. 19. Through the attainment of Nishkama Karma in life, even sense enjoyment is transformed into the spiritual bliss of Brahman. 20. Supreme Eternal Bliss descends as Samadhi after attaining the Atman. 21. The fruit of immobility of the mind, obtained in Samadhi, can also be achieved through Atma-vichara and comprehension of the Atman. 22. Mental detachment and control of Prana are two necessary conditions for the control of the mind, which leads us to peace. 23. Give up attachment to sense objects and you will have peace of mind. The bliss of Nirvana, when everything is only Brahman, comes through Gyana or Yoga. 24. Renunciation of egoism alone constitutes renunciation of everything. 25. Serve. Love. Let's. Meditate. This is Sadhana in general terms. Be good. Do good. Be humble. Be noble. This is the highest Sadhana. Ask: "Who am I?" and know yourself. Find the knower, find the seer. This is the essence of Sadhana. 26. Jivanmukta is a sage liberated while still alive. He cut all bonds. He destroyed his mind. He is in a state of no-mind. He is absolutely free. Ot identifies himself with Brahman or Absolute Consciousness. He has no identification with the body. He is free from selfishness, lust, anger, greed, selfishness, pride, cravings and aversions, excitement and despondency (Harsha-shok). He remains balanced in pleasure and suffering, in condemnation and praise, in honor and dishonor. He has an equal vision of everything and the highest knowledge of Brahman. He is Brahma-jnai. He is Brahmavid or knower of Brahman. He can dispel all your doubts. In his presence, you feel uplifted and inspired. He radiates peace and joy everywhere. 27. He can be immersed in Samadhi or he can work like a normal worldly person. Internally he has a Bhava or mental attitude "I am the witness" (Sakshi), "I am not the doer" (Akasha), "I am not the enjoyer" (Abhokta) because he has no selfishness or individuality. Therefore, he is not bound by Karma. 28. He is Gunatita. He is immune to the influence of the three gunas or qualities, sattva, rajas and tamas. He has Trikalagyana or knowledge of the three periods of time. He is omniscient. He delights like a child in the sensual objects that others offer him. He sees the world as something seen in a dream. # Spiritual proverbs # The eye that does not see the beauty of the Lord is blind Suffering opens the eyes. Suffering is a silent teacher. Religion is self-knowledge. Life without religion is death. Sacrifice everything, but not principles. This world is unimportant; The essence is God. Character is the key to self-realization. Truthfulness is the beginning of holiness. There is no treasure more valuable than the Atman. Satsanga is the most reliable boat for crossing Samsara. Anger is the worst enemy. Suffering is the best teacher. The spiritual master is the best teacher. There is no better abode than Brahman. Chastity is the best virtue. Vanity is the worst vice. Think: "I am the Immortal Atman"; and you will become the Immortal Atman. Life is short. Time is fleeting. Know Yourself. Purity of heart is the door to God. Strive. Renounce. Meditate. Be good; Do good. Be kind; be compassionate. Explore, know yourself. Listen, think, meditate, be aware. Never forget God. Always do good deeds. Food is necessary for the body; exactly the same prayer is necessary for the soul. The salt of life is selfless service. The bread of life is love for all. The water of life is meditation. Offer to the Lord flowers of equal vision and tranquility. Go hero! Do not look back. Faith is the eye that sees the Lord. Satsang is the main pillar supporting the temple of Self-realization. Prayer takes you into the domain of God. Desire is the seed of continuous births. Devotion is both a means and an end. The Grace of God descends in the form of Guru. To see God is to be God. Holiness begins with the destruction of selfishness. Evil exists to exalt good. Heightened emotionality is not spirituality. Seek solitude in the heart. The ability to levitate will not give you liberation. Blind is the man who has not seen God. Avoid everything that causes duality. Know the knower, know the hearer, know the seer. The world is God. Renunciation indicates determination. Vigilance precedes wakefulness. Consecrate your mind to God and your hands to work. Silence is the most eloquent. The fulfillment of duty strengthens the spirit of morality. There is only one religion, the religion of Love. Virtue is revealed in adversity. To laugh at others is foolishness; laughing with others is piety. Get ready for the Great Call. Be strong with the power of God. First of all, become good; and then enjoy. When one is deprived of worldly hopes, then there is devotion to God. Working without attachment leads to immersion in God. Associating with a realized soul will ease your struggle. Trust in God and act appropriately. Morality is the basis of spirituality. Speech is silent before the Power of Silence. Obstacles come to disappear. Prayer produces miracles. By disobeying the Guru, you are digging your own grave. Holiness is permanent bliss. The heart of a saint is the abode of beauty. # Philosophical proverbs # Not wealth, but wisdom is your way. Time is the best healer. Sin is only Delusion. You have boundless power and wisdom. Truth, beauty and virtue are one. Faith determines behavior; thought creates character. Learn to distinguish the real from the unreal. The purpose of Life is Self-Knowledge. You are a pilgrim here. Brahman is your eternal abode. Brahmacharya is the divine life. The world is unreal; only Brahman is real. Birth is suffering; death is suffering; sickness is suffering. Separation from a loved one is suffering. Attachment is the cause of suffering. Attachment is death. Detachment is immortality. Desire is the cause of suffering, sorrow, birth and death. The disease of Agnana is cured by taking the medicine of Jnana. Good and bad exist only in the mind. The purified mind becomes your Guru. Whoever is thirsty, he tastes the nectar of immortality. One iota of sensual pleasure is mixed with fifteen jots of suffering. Any difficulty or disappointment is a test of your faith. Every illness is a karmic cleansing. Every temptation is a test of your strength. Every trouble is a test of your faith in God. In your weakness lies your strength. In your failure lies the