Prema Vāṇī for the Day

Grace

Grace and how it is earned.

  1. 14 September 2026Seek the Lord FirstThe Lord's family is an ideal one, maintaining harmony and peace in spite of the antagonistic elements present amongst them.From Swami’s discourse of 10 September 1984
  2. 11 September 2026Prema Is Spiritual WisdomIn the devotion of Bharatiyas, we sometimes find situations bordering on the absurd.From Swami’s discourse of 20 May 1995
  3. 27 July 2026Grace and the Expiry Date of KarmaYou may wonder if there is a way to escape from the consequences of karma.From Swami’s discourse of 21 July 2005
  4. 30 June 2026The Two Constables Called I and MineLook upon joy and grief as teachers of courage and balance.From Swami’s discourse of 20 February 1964
  5. 19 June 2026A Single Chair in the HeartWhen a person suffers from a severe stomachache due to appendicitis, the doctor operates upon him and removes the appendix.From Swami’s discourse of 28 June 1996
  6. 10 June 2026Grace in the HarshnessOn various occasions, the Lord subjects the devotees to different kinds of tests and trials with a view to raising them spiritually to a higher level.From Swami’s discourse of 6 March 1989
  7. 9 June 2026What Kucela Went ForKuchela went to Krishna to ask for many material gifts.From Swami’s discourse of 15 April 1995
  8. 22 May 2026The Two Banks of the River of LifeA river has two banks.From Swami’s discourse of 23 April 1998
  9. 20 May 2026Swami’s Warranty on SādhanaWhile practising sadhana, one must follow the rules laid down in scriptures or follow the commands of the Guru or that of God.From Swami’s discourse of 7 July 1985
  10. 29 April 2026Letting Go Is the Greatest ĀnandaWhen man realises the inefficiency of the senses, the mind, and the intellect to grapple with the Reality and know the inner core of his truth, he discovers he is the Atma, which is Sathya, Dharma, Shanti, Prema!From Swami’s discourse of 21 July 1967
  11. 17 September 2025Singing the Name with AwarenessRemember that nothing in this world is as powerful as the Lord’s name to protect it.From Swami’s discourse of 13 February 1991
  12. 14 September 2025The Bliss That Is Already YoursThere are two categories of Ananda (bliss) in the world: Sadhana-Janya Ananda (Acquired bliss) and Swatah-Siddha Ananda (Self-generating bliss).From Swami’s discourse of 12 February 1989
  13. 3 September 2025Rāma to Those Who Love HimGod allows Himself to be captured easily by His devotees.From Swami’s discourse of 28 May 1996
  14. 22 August 2025Nature Is God’s NatureNature is not merely an embodiment of the five elements, nor is it an embodiment of the five life principles, or five sheaths, or five senses.From Swami’s discourse of 28 May 1996
  15. 20 August 2025The Lamp of WisdomPrior to the commencement of this meeting, the jyoti (sacred lamp) was lit by Swami.From Swami’s discourse of 8 July 1995
  16. 19 August 2025The Perfect Foil for GraceEvery Avatar has two causes: the prayers of devotees and the atrocities of wicked people.From Swami’s discourse of 21 May 1995
  17. 13 August 2025The Purpose for Which You Have ComeWhy have you come such long distances, braving all the expenses and troubles of the journey?From Swami’s discourse of 4 March 1970
  18. 9 August 2025Draupadi’s Torn SariOne day, Satyabhama, Rukmini, Jambavati and Draupadi saw blood oozing out of Krishna’s finger.From Swami’s discourse of 30 June 1996
  19. 1 August 2025Do Not Ask, O MindSadhana is not only japa, rituals, bhajans, etc.From Swami’s discourse of 8 April 1996
  20. 5 July 2025A Hole in the Wall of the EgoDedication or Prapatti means total surrender.From Swami’s discourse of 21 January 1988
  21. 31 May 2025Looking Ahead Is TapasFirm faith is essential for realising the Self.From Swami’s discourse of 6 March 1989
  22. 10 May 2025The Damp MatchstickBrahmanda, the macrocosm, is regarded as Virataswarupa (the Cosmic form), and the microcosm is regarded as the atomic nucleus.From Swami’s discourse of 23 November 1992
  23. 9 May 2025What Can You Not Give Up?Always pray to God for His grace.From Swami’s discourse of 6 May 1997

Swami’s discourses on Grace