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Jehlo went to ______ to enjoy the divine happiness of Maharaj.
Jehlo went to ______ to enjoy the divine happiness of Maharaj.
Akshardham
The name "______" is considered the greatest of all names of God.
The name "______" is considered the greatest of all names of God.
Swaminarayan
Chanting the holy name "______" is said to forgive all sins and lead to spiritual purification.
Chanting the holy name "______" is said to forgive all sins and lead to spiritual purification.
Swaminarayan
The fisherman begged for ______ as he bowed down to Ghanshyam.
The fisherman begged for ______ as he bowed down to Ghanshyam.
When performing Mantrajap, we must keep all our materialistic goals and aims ______.
When performing Mantrajap, we must keep all our materialistic goals and aims ______.
The Swaminarayan Mantra is considered the ______ mantra.
The Swaminarayan Mantra is considered the ______ mantra.
Ghanshyam told the fisherman that ______ is the biggest sin.
Ghanshyam told the fisherman that ______ is the biggest sin.
The Swaminarayan Mahamantra was first recited by Bhagwan Swaminarayan to ______, who then became a Sadhu.
The Swaminarayan Mahamantra was first recited by Bhagwan Swaminarayan to ______, who then became a Sadhu.
The fisherman prayed to Ghanshyam to ______ him of his sins.
The fisherman prayed to Ghanshyam to ______ him of his sins.
Guruji emphasizes the importance of the Swaminarayan Mahamantra on every ______.
Guruji emphasizes the importance of the Swaminarayan Mahamantra on every ______.
True devotees would never kill even the smallest of ______.
True devotees would never kill even the smallest of ______.
Ghanshyam visited the Hanuman gadhi, Kanak bhuvan, and Vidhyakunj ______ in Ayodhya.
Ghanshyam visited the Hanuman gadhi, Kanak bhuvan, and Vidhyakunj ______ in Ayodhya.
Guruji daily performs a minimum of one-hour ______ while reciting the Swaminarayan mantra.
Guruji daily performs a minimum of one-hour ______ while reciting the Swaminarayan mantra.
Swaminarayan bhagwan had his first scriptural debate with a group of scholars in the city of ______.
Swaminarayan bhagwan had his first scriptural debate with a group of scholars in the city of ______.
Nilkanth Varni asked everyone about the form and nature of JIv, Ishwar, Maya, Brahm, and Parbrahm during his ______.
Nilkanth Varni asked everyone about the form and nature of JIv, Ishwar, Maya, Brahm, and Parbrahm during his ______.
Drinking unfiltered water and milk is considered equal to the sin of killing ______ for six months.
Drinking unfiltered water and milk is considered equal to the sin of killing ______ for six months.
The old lady in Karyani village was against ______ Bhagwan.
The old lady in Karyani village was against ______ Bhagwan.
Maharaj instructed Bhaguji to throw some money on the roof of the old lady's house, which was made of ______ roof tiles.
Maharaj instructed Bhaguji to throw some money on the roof of the old lady's house, which was made of ______ roof tiles.
Maharaj told Bhaguji that the purpose of throwing the coins was to listen to her say his ______.
Maharaj told Bhaguji that the purpose of throwing the coins was to listen to her say his ______.
Swami Vivekananda visited ______ where he saw a slaughterhouse.
Swami Vivekananda visited ______ where he saw a slaughterhouse.
Maharaj stated in the Vachnamrut that even a grave sinner can be redeemed by uttering "______" at the end of their life.
Maharaj stated in the Vachnamrut that even a grave sinner can be redeemed by uttering "______" at the end of their life.
The slaughterhouse in Chicago was known for its ______ operation.
The slaughterhouse in Chicago was known for its ______ operation.
Swami Vivekananda asked the organizers if they could ______ the process of slaughtering and processing the cows.
Swami Vivekananda asked the organizers if they could ______ the process of slaughtering and processing the cows.
Alaiya Khachar was an ______ and staunch Satsangi in the village of Zinzavadar.
Alaiya Khachar was an ______ and staunch Satsangi in the village of Zinzavadar.
The organizers were ______ when asked about recreating a cow from its parts.
The organizers were ______ when asked about recreating a cow from its parts.
Maharaj had blessed Alaiya Khachar, stating that whoever dies in his house would have their soul taken to ______.
Maharaj had blessed Alaiya Khachar, stating that whoever dies in his house would have their soul taken to ______.
Alaiya Khachar's servant, Jehlo, had died in an accident in Alaiya Khachar's home while Alaiya Khachar was at the ______
Alaiya Khachar's servant, Jehlo, had died in an accident in Alaiya Khachar's home while Alaiya Khachar was at the ______
During the Ramayana era, a Brahmin named Ratnakar became a ______.
During the Ramayana era, a Brahmin named Ratnakar became a ______.
Alaiya Khachar's uncle, Jethsur Khachar, criticized Maharaj's promise to take the souls to Akshardham, as Maharaj was not ______.
Alaiya Khachar's uncle, Jethsur Khachar, criticized Maharaj's promise to take the souls to Akshardham, as Maharaj was not ______.
Ratnakar was known as "______" due to his criminal activities.
Ratnakar was known as "______" due to his criminal activities.
Naradji, a sage, carried a ______ and the name of Narayan.
Naradji, a sage, carried a ______ and the name of Narayan.
Naradji played his vina and sang a ______ to soothe Valiyo.
Naradji played his vina and sang a ______ to soothe Valiyo.
A true saint is like a ______, providing guidance and support during life's hardships.
A true saint is like a ______, providing guidance and support during life's hardships.
The three types of karma are ______, prarabdha karma, and kriyaman karma.
The three types of karma are ______, prarabdha karma, and kriyaman karma.
Ramanand Swami was the ______ of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
Ramanand Swami was the ______ of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
Nilkanth Varni and Ramanand Swami met in Piplana in the year ______.
Nilkanth Varni and Ramanand Swami met in Piplana in the year ______.
Just as a tree offers shade to everyone, a saint brings inner ______ and solace to all who seek it.
Just as a tree offers shade to everyone, a saint brings inner ______ and solace to all who seek it.
Valiyo, a ______, was known for his ruthless actions.
Valiyo, a ______, was known for his ruthless actions.
Naradji, a wise sage, advised Valiyo to seek forgiveness by chanting the name of ______.
Naradji, a wise sage, advised Valiyo to seek forgiveness by chanting the name of ______.
Valiyo's initial chanting of "Mara… Mara… Mara…" transformed into "Ram… Ram… Ram…" as his ______ grew purer.
Valiyo's initial chanting of "Mara… Mara… Mara…" transformed into "Ram… Ram… Ram…" as his ______ grew purer.
Through years of meditation and chanting, Valiyo's sins were ______.
Through years of meditation and chanting, Valiyo's sins were ______.
Valiyo, once a feared bandit, became the revered ______ Valmiki Rishi.
Valiyo, once a feared bandit, became the revered ______ Valmiki Rishi.
The ______ is an epic scripture written by Valmiki Rishi.
The ______ is an epic scripture written by Valmiki Rishi.
The transformation of Valiyo illustrates the power of association with ______ individuals.
The transformation of Valiyo illustrates the power of association with ______ individuals.
The story of Joban Pagi becoming Joban Bhagat through the influence of Muktanand Swami reinforces the idea that ______ devotion and guidance can lead to profound transformations.
The story of Joban Pagi becoming Joban Bhagat through the influence of Muktanand Swami reinforces the idea that ______ devotion and guidance can lead to profound transformations.
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Swaminarayan Mahamantra
Swaminarayan Mahamantra
A powerful mantra believed to redeem sins, linked to devotion to Swaminarayan.
Akshardham
Akshardham
A spiritual abode considered the ultimate destination for devotees of Swaminarayan.
Bhaguji's action
Bhaguji's action
Bhaguji throws coins on the roof to provoke the old lady to say 'Swaminarayan'.
Old lady's resistance
Old lady's resistance
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Vachnamrut
Vachnamrut
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Miracle at the funeral
Miracle at the funeral
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Alaiya Khachar
Alaiya Khachar
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Dhun
Dhun
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Yamraj
Yamraj
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Yamduts
Yamduts
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Violence as a sin
Violence as a sin
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True devotee
True devotee
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Ghanshyam's blessings
Ghanshyam's blessings
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Maha Samarth
Maha Samarth
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Yagnopavit Kriya
Yagnopavit Kriya
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Nilkanth Varni's questions
Nilkanth Varni's questions
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True Saint
True Saint
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Three Types of Karma
Three Types of Karma
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Sanchit Karma
Sanchit Karma
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Prarabdha Karma
Prarabdha Karma
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Kriyaman Karma
Kriyaman Karma
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Swaminarayan Name
Swaminarayan Name
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Mantrajap
Mantrajap
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Supreme Mahamantra
Supreme Mahamantra
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Spiritual Purification
Spiritual Purification
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December 31, 1801
December 31, 1801
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Guruji's Practice
Guruji's Practice
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Sadhu
Sadhu
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Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda
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Life Creation Debate
Life Creation Debate
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Brahmin Ratnakar
Brahmin Ratnakar
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Sage Naradji
Sage Naradji
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Tulsi mala
Tulsi mala
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Devotion and Consequences
Devotion and Consequences
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Prasad
Prasad
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Ethical Living
Ethical Living
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Valiyo
Valiyo
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Naradji
Naradji
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Consequences of sins
Consequences of sins
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Repentance
Repentance
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Chanting Ram's name
Chanting Ram's name
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Transformation
Transformation
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Valmiki Rishi
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Influence of saints
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Study Notes
Sabha 5: "Swaminarayan Mahamantra"
- Maharaj, the founder of Swaminarayan, ensured a devotee, even one who initially resisted, would utter his name.
- Maharaj instructed a follower to throw coins on a woman's house roof. The noise prompted her to use the name 'Swaminarayan'.
- The woman's outburst, regardless of its motive, triggered Maharaj to bring her to Akshardham.
- Maharaj's teachings are documented in the Vachnamrut, including verses emphasizing redemption for those uttering "Swāminārāyan" at the end of life.
- In Zinzavadar village, Maharaj blessed Alaiya Khachar, promising the soul of anyone dying there would be taken to Akshardham.
- Alaiya Khachar's servant, Jehlo, died, prompting questions about the validity of Maharaj's promise. Jehlo miraculously appeared alive immediately after declaring his happiness at having reached Akshardam.
Power of the Swaminarayan Mahamantra
- The supreme mantra, given by Swaminarayan himself, holds greater power than other mantras.
- The Mahamantra was revealed on December 31, 1801, in Fareni, India.
- The Mahamantra is consistently emphasized by Pujya Guru.
- Chanting the mantra is crucial for overcoming difficulties. Chanting the mantra offers relief from physical illnesses. It connects the mind, body, and soul to God.
Sabha 6: Violence is the Biggest Sin
- Ghanshyam, a deity, exhibited miraculous powers, including the ability to walk on water and bring the dead back to life.
- Ghanshyam, playing in Min Sarovar, encountered a fisherman torturing fish.
- Ghanshyam's intervention brought fish to life, startling the fisherman, who then tried to attack him.
- Yamraj, the God of Death, intervened revealing the serious sin of violence. The fisherman repented.
- Ghanshyam stressed non-violence, emphasizing that hurting any living being is an insurmountable sin.
Sabha 7: The Glory of Saintly Association
- Ratnakar, a criminal, sought the guidance of Naradji.
- Naradji, a sage, used the name of a God to pacify the criminal and divert his attention to a life of devotion through compassionate teaching.
- Ratnakar had earlier engaged in a life of crime.
- Naradji's teachings emphasized that true devotion comes from refraining from violence and harmful activities.
Additional Information (Question/Answer Section)
- Specific temples visited by Ghanshyam
- Details of Swaminarayan's initial teaching and debates.
- Age of Swaminarayan.
- Questions asked by Nilkanth
- Key figures met by Nilkanth
Special Reading
- A story about Swami Vivekananda visiting a slaughterhouse, emphasizing the importance of respect for life.
- Swami Vivekananda questioned the moral justification of the slaughterhouse.
Reflections
- The qualities of a true saint
- The qualities of a True Saint are likened to a lamp illuminating darkness, a cloud showering rain impartially and a tree offering shade to all who seek refuge from life's harsh realities.
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