Knowledge and wealth ~ 19 Feb 2013

Jaya Guru Datta! Few of us know what the future holds, but we do know that our thoughts, words and deeds create our future. May we envision the life that Sri Swamiji wants for us–one filled with the countless joy, blessings and true prosperity that putting these MMS lessons into action in our daily lives can bring us! Here we have been blessed with the greatest wealth and knowledge that can sustain us through all of our time on Earth. Sri Guru Datta!

Indeed a very detailed explanation to us Appaji as many are guilty of this way of thinking, it is important to remind us to ensure that we do not fall into the trap of thinking this way ourselves. We must to learn to be selfless in this life with you, our Sadguru by our side every step of the way… Humble pranams to you my dear Appaji….

jgd With the grace of Vara Lakshmi Maa Let Me acquire That highest knowledge which is the True wealth of The Wise and that is; “I AM THAT” . May Satguru as Sarasvati Devi bless me with that onhn sgd

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శ్రీరామ జయరామ జయ జయ రామ
ఓంనమో హనుమతే నమః
శ్రీ జ్యా లక్ష్మి మాత్రే నమః
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Jaya Guru Datta Appaji – a totally forgotten fact given back to the society by Sri Swamiji. That too explained in a wonderful short video with right approach. The invocation of the Goddess of knowledge and wealth are just appropriation.

Jaya Guru Datta. Please help my family. I pray that You put us on the right path. Sri Guru Datta

Pranams to the lotus feet of Sri Gurudeva Datta

What a nice advice , Appaji has given through today’s MMS. According to my view indirectly , Appaji says age or fear of death are not at all a criteria to earn knowledge and wealth. Here our Appaji Himself is an example for us. This is because at this age also He is very busy throught out the year to share His valuable knowledge and wealth for our benefit and for the growth of our spiritual path. If we follow His words and teachings we can realize this fact. That is why even in MMS 232 it is said that we should seek from God first knowledge , then health and wealth. In this Kaliyuga , we see our Sadguru in the form of our God and therefore to acquire these we have to follow Him in all respects. Once we acquire knowledge, then to develop the same we need the health also and when both are acquired we get good wealth also. Now once the knowledge is acquired we should share with others as per MMS 261 and as per that we should not keep the same for own benefit only. Similarly we should also share the wealth for the real needy. From to day’s MMS we should also learn that till our life, always keep our brain busy to acquire more and more knowledge and wealth also and share with others and not only that Appaji is reminding here all these are not going permanently with you. The photography and the Bhajan are very apt for this MSG. Therefore Appaji we got your concept and follow you as per your valuable advice. JGD.

Jai Guru Datta, I pray that I follow the right path. Pranam Sadguru.

Another eye opening message today. To earn wealth as if we don’t expect to age or die is to earn wealth only as much as needed for the day and to share our wealth with others. We’ve always been taught to earn and save now so we don’t have to worry about rainy days or old age. And Swamiji also advises devotees to save appropriately. But, I think the message is about the mindset and the desire here. It is foolish to spend all life, esp when we are able bodied chasing after wealth, just as it is foolish to wait to gain spiritual knowledge or detachment when we get old. It’s perhaps counter intuitive to a lot of us to not be in a hurry to accumulate wealth while we can. But, the simple reminders from Swamiji that life is not permanent, that luxuries and wealth delude the mind, that when it’s time to go, money cannot really do anything will awaken us to the idea. Knowledge is our real wealth and by the grace of Swamiji, I’ll learn and grow till the last breath. Pranams at the Lotus Feet!

Jaya Guru Datta! Sri Guru Datta!
Om Sri Sadgurave Namah.
Om Namo Hanumate Namah

Vivid presentation with beautiful message. May lord bless us all with knowledge about true nature of Atman and wealth of obedience, patience and kindness.

The word WEALTH begins with “WE” not “ME” It is meant to be shared. Swamiji gives us apt opportunities to share in His world-wide missions. JGD!

Jaya Guru Datta Puttuji_/\_!!
Thank you Puttuji for beautifully explaining the root cause of desire and stress and the remedy.
The beautiful darshan of Appaji today seems to be asking us – “What have you learnt from the 265 MMSes? Are you following them?”

Jaya Guru Datta Appaji _/\_!!
Sadgurudeva, Katha Sagar Vol II (Kausika):
If righteousness and wealth are possessed by a man, it is similar to be
able to keep two swords in a single sheath. One who has both of these
features will attain the wonderful knowledge of the self (Atma).
We are following You happily !!
Sri Guru Datta !! Om Namo Hanumathe Namaha !!

This is a very interesting topic.

I think in young age we strive to earn money, have a good reputation in society, found a family etc.
Material activities are more in view.
Later on, when vitality is decreasing, one takes a better look at the transcendent ways of living.
In the best case one has a background that enables us to gain an insight in one`s former life.
Many of us will smile at the follies of youth then … or grieve over them.

For me it is important to learn from these experiences.
It is a great gift of old age, if we are able to recognize the truths of life in tranquility and ease.
No matter how poor or ill we are, we can keep holding on the grace of our experiences.
And give these treasures to the young ones.
If we have gathered wealth, we can also give it to the poor ones.

There is a nice tale in Germany about a grasshopper that was chirping all summer long,
not caring for food for the winter, as all other animals did.
At winter time, it was knocking at the doors of the other animals, begging for food.
They gave it, criticizing the grasshopper for its carelessness.
But during the cold, dark winter evenings the grasshopper was singing beautifully for all the others,
making their dull life cheerful.
So, the meaning of this story is, that everyone has a special task in life.
An artist`s task may perhaps not be so productive from a material standpoint, but it
brings joy into the world !

JGD Appaji
When He is the creator, everything we have is His,.. This life, wealth, knowledge etc has been given to us, we do not own anything. Our only duty is to share what He is has given us with the rest of His creation. We need not worry about anything, He knows when to give what.