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"Chaitanya Jyoti Museum" An offering at the Divine Lotus Feet by Devotees around the Globe, to commemorate the 75th year of the Advent of the Avatar, dedicated to Humanity on November 18, 2000 by the Divine Hands of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

13/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 13, 2026

Why is Ganesha regarded as the embodiment of intellect, discrimination and knowledge? Bhagawan explains as we prepare to observe the holy Vinayaka Chaturthi festival.

What is the esoteric meaning of Ganesha's elephant head? The elephant is noted for its acute intelligence. Ganesha's elephant head symbolises sharpness of intellect and the highest power of discrimination. Because of the purity of his intellect, Vinayaka is also called the giver of Buddhi (intellect). Once, Vyasa embarked upon writing the Mahabharata. Because of the immensity of the task of writing down millions of verses, Vyasa sought the help of Brihaspati, the preceptor of the Devas, for a suitable scribe. Brihaspati told Vyasa that none but Vinayaka could carry out the work. Vyasa appealed to Vinayaka for aid. Vyasa stipulated that everything that was written should be understood by the scribe. Ganesha, in his turn, laid down a condition that Vyasa should not pause in dictating the verses so that the stylus with which he would be inscribing the verses on the palm leaves should have no rest. Vinayaka could write down the entire Mahabharata because he was the embodiment of all knowledge. Vyasa could accomplish his prodigious task with Ganesha's aid.

- Divine Discourse Sep 04, 1989

12/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

Why should we serve the poor, weak and helpless rather than those who are above or equal to us? Bhagawan clearly explains this to us today.

One should be prepared to serve others rather than choose to be served by them. Moreover, there is nothing meritorious in serving those who are high above us. For one thing, they can command the services of attendants. Rendering service to those who are in the same position as ourselves is not commendable. Service should be rendered to those who are worse off than ourselves and who are neglected by the world. There are three levels of people in the world. At the highest level are those who may be placed in the category of Lakshmi Narayana. Those who are in the same stage as ourselves are in the category of Ashwatha Narayana. Those who are poorer than ourselves may be described as Daridra Narayana. There is no need to render service to one who is Lakshmi Narayana, as there will be servants to take care of him. Ashwatha Narayana is the type of person who is filled with endless desires and is never contented, whatever his accomplishments or earnings. Service to such a person is unnecessary. It is the weak, the destitute, and the helpless who need to be served. Even in rendering service to such persons, there should be no feeling that we are serving ‘others’. We should feel that we are serving the Lord Narayana who dwells in them.

- Divine Discourse Nov 19, 1987

11/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 11, 2026

What is the foundation necessary for genuine devotion and faith in God? Bhagawan lovingly reveals to us today.

In the devotion of Bharatiyas, we sometimes find situations bordering on the absurd. But spiritual feelings and love are the undercurrents even in this seemingly senseless behaviour. A student prays to God to do well in exams. A man prays to God to win a court case. Why go that far? People pray even to secure a seat in a bus! In this way, Bharatiyas depend on God for everything, from the smallest to the biggest things. This may be called divine madness. Some call it foolishness. Whatever anyone may say, each is entitled to their own hunger, their own faith, their own kind of madness. No one has the right to deny another’s faith. But certain foundations are necessary even for faith. The presence of the groom doesn’t mean that the marriage is done. Having money does not imply that you can run a business. Some additional know-how is required. You cannot be considered a writer by knowing the alphabet. Only the one who understands the meanings of words can be an author. Similarly, you cannot recognise God with worldly knowledge. Spiritual knowledge is essential. To acquire it, inquire into the Truth.

- Summer Showers, May 20, 1995

10/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

What is the purpose behind the Avatars such as Rama and Krishna, and how do they go about achieving it? Bhagawan lovingly reveals to us today!

Man is an amalgam of humanity, animality, and Divinity. It is a tragedy if he cannot get rid of the animality; it is a greater tragedy if he cannot cultivate his Divinity. Contemplation of the Rama and Krishna Avatars and their leelas (Divine plays) and mahimas (miracle powers) is the surest method of cultivating the Divine in man. Before every incarnation, two collaborators for the task on which the incarnation comes also appear - the Mayashakti (deluding power) and Yogashakti (power of communion with the Divine). Maya comes as the elder sister to warn the wicked; Yoga comes as the elder brother to enthuse and keep constant company. Maya thrust Kamsa deeper and deeper into perdition, so that his downfall would be more terrible and educative. But, in this Kali age, the wicked have to be reformed and reconstructed through love and compassion. That is why this Avatar has come unarmed. It has come with the message of love. The only weapon, which can transform the vile and the vicious, is the Name of the Lord uttered with Love.

- Divine Discourse, Jul 28, 1967

09/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 09, 2026

Even as we pursue our aspirations and ambitions, what is the most important aspect of life that we must not forget? Bhagawan most lovingly reminds us today.

Rendering service selflessly with a compassionate heart is alone true service. One is bound to attain the abode of peace if he serves in a friendly spirit. This is the truth (Telugu Poem). Embodiments of the Divine Atma! You have to recognise that life is meant for selfless service and not to be lived for selfish purposes. Only through such service can the oneness of mankind be experienced. Unselfish service is the sheet-anchor of karma yoga (Divine dedication through action). The basis of yoga is disciplining the mind and the body through selfless service. Society honours only such persons who serve society. Such persons earn the grace of God. Every individual has to realise the paramount importance of selfless service. The spirit of service should be coupled with readiness for sacrifice. Only then can it be called selfless service, free from any taint of self-interest. Such service is like salt that lends savour to life. Universal love sustains life by its nourishment. Love is the life-breath of man. Magnanimity of spirit lends fragrance to life.

- Divine Discourse Nov 19, 1987

08/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 08, 2026

What is the important lesson we must learn from the episode of the subduing of Kalinga, from the life of little Krishna? Bhagawan lovingly reminds us of the essence of the Leela!

Among all the wondrous adventures that astounded people during Krishna’s childhood, which revealed to them the Divinity that had come among them, the Kalinga episode is the most meaningful. The serpent Kalinga was poisoning the waters of the Yamuna and the atmosphere over it with its breath; all who approached that area, men or cattle, fell dead. But Krishna, the divine boy, jumped into the depths, forced the foul snake to rise above the level of the river, and, leaping on its rapid range of hoods, He danced upon them with His tender lotus feet. The pressure of those soft silken soles was enough to force the deadly poison out from the fangs of the monstrous cobra and render it harmless forever. The Kalinga episode is a valuable lesson in spiritual sadhana. In the Manasa-sarovar (the deep placid mind-lake) of every man, there lurks a poisonous cobra, with six hoods - lust, anger, greed, attachment, pride, and hate - infesting the air and destroying all who near it. The name of the Lord, when it dives into the depths, forces it to come up to the surface, so that it may be destroyed. So, allow the Divine in you, the Krishna, to Lord over the mind; let Him trample on the hissing hoods and tame the vicious viper; let it vomit the venom, become satwic (pious) and sweet. This is the sadhana the episode teaches, the duty it enjoins.

- Divine Discourse, Jul 28, 1967

07/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 07, 2026

What distinguishes spiritual love from worldly love? Bhagawan explains the nature of pure devotion as exemplified by the Gopis and Prahlada.

If you take the love of the Gopis (milkmaids of Brindavan), you may ask for what purpose did they love Krishna. They had no concern for worldly things. They were concerned only with the spiritual quest. Anyone looking at the Gopis’ conduct from a worldly point of view might regard their actions as improper. Likewise, Prahlada’s love for the Divine was not understood by those who judged him from a worldly point of view. Would Prahlada have been able to bear with indifference all the tortures to which he was subjected if he were a worldly person? He went through ordeals as a child which no man could have endured. When the king’s minions goaded him with spears, he prayed to the Lord and praised His glories without shedding a tear or showing any sign of fear. If his devotion had been concerned with worldly desires, should he not have shed tears? Should he not have displayed fear, being a mere child? He did not do so because Lord Narayana was installed in his heart. The Lord’s name was ever on his tongue. The Narayana consciousness filled his entire being from head to foot. Because of this, none of the pains inflicted on him by physical instruments affected him at all. With his thoughts centred on God, the pains of the world did not affect him.

- Divine Discourse Jul 14, 1984

06/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 06, 2026

How should sacred texts be studied? Bhagawan explains and gives us an important message today.

Books are not intended merely to be read. Sacred scriptures like the Quran, the Bible, the Upanishads, the Zend Avesta, the Granth Saheb, and others are worshipped in shrines today. But no attempt is made to live up to their teachings. People are forgetting the purposes for which these sacred books came into existence. By mere study of books, no change can take place in our lives. What is studied must be put into practice. Knowledge that is not put into practice is like food that is not digested. When you want to digest food, you have to chew it well and take it in an easily digestible form. This means that it is not enough to browse through a book, but one must study it deeply, reflect on its contents, and absorb its meaning so that one can practice what one has learned. That is why all religious books have emphasised the doctrine of action. In such a context, there is no purpose in indulging in intellectual speculation without putting knowledge into practice.

- Divine Discourse Jul 14, 1984

05/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 05, 2026

What is the three-fold responsibility of a teacher? Bhagawan clearly explains today, as we observe Teachers' Day in India.

The Guru is referred to reverentially as Brahma, the first of the Trinity entrusted with Creation; as Vishnu, the One entrusted with preservation; and as Maheshwara, charged with destruction and dissolution. This description is symbolically correct, as we can see when we analyse the work the Teacher or Guru is expected to carry out. The Guru sows the seeds of virtue, wisdom, and faith in the heart of the pupil. He is therefore Brahma. He is like the farmer who plants saplings in the well-prepared soil of his field. But the farmer does not sit with folded hands thereafter. He takes incessant care to see that the saplings grow well, and he is vigilant to water the growing crops and feed them with fertilisers at the appropriate stages of growth. This is the role of Vishnu. The Guru cannot sit back and silently watch the fate of the pupil after the first few lessons. He has to guide the pupil at every step, foster and encourage good habits, sound reasoning and valid emotions, and act as Vishnu. The Guru also has the duty to warn the pupil when he takes a false step, or develops a bad habit, or entertains a deleterious doubt. Like the farmer who has to be vigilant against the growth of weeds or the upsurge of pests, the Guru too must be ever alert to destroy the pests of vice and the weeds of sloth and unsteadiness.

- Divine Discourse Jan 03, 1974

04/09/2026

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY AS WRITTEN IN PRASANTHI NILAYAM - SEPTEMBER 04, 2026

What is the best way to observe the beautiful occasion of Sri Krishna Janmashtami? Bhagawan lovingly reminds us on this holy day of Krishna’s advent.

Among devotional disciplines, installing a picture or idol of the Lord in the home and adoring it, is the least valuable. The celebration of Krishna Janmashtami should not be confined to special worship and extra dishes for lunch. People do this to attract the grace of Krishna. But that grace can be won only by the observance of the teachings of Krishna. They will not be conferred on pride and pompous display. Adoring Krishna and avoiding His teachings is a sacrilege. You can give up the adoration; nevertheless, you can earn grace if you sincerely attempt to proceed on the path He has marked out. Krishna was the embodiment of love. Hence, love is the virtue He appreciates most. Love has to turn into concrete acts of compassion. Cultivate compassion and develop sympathetic understanding until you reach the goal of merging in the Embodiment of Love, Krishna. There are many among you who are engaged in sadhana. What is the basic purpose of sadhana? Each exercise of the sadhaka (spiritual aspirant) is a stream that moves on to the sea of grace. Believe that the love that prompts you to serve and sympathise is a spark of the love of God.

- Divine Discourse Aug 14, 1979

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Near Hill View Stadium, Prashanti Nilayam
Puttaparthi
515134

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm
Sunday	9:30am - 11:30am
	3pm - 5pm

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