Buddha Poornima

The glory of Sai reigns over all of us. Nothing has changed. Baba is still with us in every way possible. There are those who can see Baba at Kulwant Hall, center meetings and in other situation. Baba is here – Now. He hasn’t gone anyplace, will not go anyplace and cannot go anyplace. We are parts of him. We are him. He is us.


Buddha Poornima is an interesting observance for a tot is used to represent that the physical Buddha was born, achieved enlightenment and left his body all on the same day. His messages from reaching just a few in the beginning has spread to many millions through out the world. The quiet path of going within to find your true self.



Think for a moment of all the religious leaders. They started with a few followers. Eventually the religions spread throughout the world. Some into the billions.



Baba is known by millions. His paths will spread to almost everyone on the planet and maybe elsewhere. This is a reasonable expectation considering the growth of other religions.



One major difference is that the urgency of the world situation requires that it happen rapidly to save us all. It will. Even before Prema Sai reveals himself, the messages of Sathya Sai will have spread to most of the world and have been put into practise.



Devotees are the helpers. We are responsible for being an example and spreading the message. As we Love, do seva and remember god’s name, the glory of Sai will spread.



Of course, Sathya Sai will help in ways that will surprise the world and all of us. Are we ready? The greatest days of Sathya Sai Avatar is yet to come. Be prepared.



Hundreds of people mostly from Asia descended upon Prasanthi Nilayam to observe Buddha Poornima. More details next Report.



I know that the energy of Sai was felt and that all knew that Baba was present.



Attached is part of a discourse given by Baba on May 7, 2001 dealing with Buddha.



Also, attached are 2 pictures of Isaac Tigrett at the 44th Anniversary of the Dharmakshetra as well as some excerpts of what he said.



There is also a letter from Michael Goldstein. It is about 2 weeks old. I am not sure when. It is informative. The article referred to by Dr. Kalam, former president of India, which was sent about 2 weeks ago can still read it at http://media.radiosai.org/Journals/Vol_09/01MAY11/04-kalam-on-Swami.htm



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Thought for the Day

17 May 2011 - Buddha Poornima



Lord Buddha's emphasis was entirely on purity in every aspect of daily life. Purity in vision, purity in thought, purity in speech and purity in action. He considered the spirit of sacrifice as the true Yajna (sacred offering). Sacrifice is the means for attaining Nirvana, freedom from the bondage of mundane existence. Buddha was totally opposed to anyone being forced to lead a worldly life against his will. The Buddhist prayer must be properly understood. When the Buddhists say: "Buddham sharanam gachchaami, Dharmam sharanam gachchaami, Sangham sharanam gachchaami" the real meaning of the prayer is: One must divert one's Buddhi (intellect) towards Dharma (right conduct). And right conduct should be aimed at serving society. When this is done, society gets purified.



Baba





Thought for the Day

18th May 2011



The scriptures from the sacred texts describe the codes of conduct for the people during the various stages of life as well as when they occupy various statuses in society. These are adored by followers of all religions. Everyone should consider social codes and individual guidelines given by the prophets and seers as valuable and binding. We must continue to revere them as regulations set up for the good of society and the progress of mankind. For, we must admit that they were framed by Mahapurushas, outstanding sages and well-wishers of the people.



Baba



Take Care. Be Well and Happy.

Gerald