In this part of Aptavani 14, Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan reveals the properties of the Self and He identifies the problems because of which we are unable to realize the Self. He describes the six eternal elements (the Soul, matter, the element of motion, the element of inertia, time and space) in great detail. He also describes how the whole world is a combination of these elements, and explains the characteristics of matter, the properties and state of the Soul. “I am ...

In this part of Aptavani 14, Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan reveals the properties of the Self and identifies the problems because of which we are unable to realize the Self. Answers to questions about what the six eternal elements are in the universe, the cause behind the rise of vishesh bhav (“I”) and egoism are all found here. The Soul remains in its original form but a separate identity (“I”) gets evolved due to pressure of scientific circumstantial evidences and ignor...

The essence of all scriptures, all spiritual discourses and spiritual activities is one and the same and that is to get the ‘awareness and the knowledge of the Self’. The ‘main Self’ is shuddha (verily pure), but one has the wrong belief of “Who am I?” This wrong belief of I am Chandu (reader should use his name) has given rise to the prakruti (nature and characteristics of a person). There are only two things in the world, non-living (jadd) and living (chetan). The two ...

The essence of all scriptures, all spiritual discourses and spiritual activities is one and the same and that is to get the ‘awareness and the knowledge of Self’. The ‘main Self’ is shuddha (verily pure), but one has the wrong belief of “Who am I?” This wrong belief of I am Chandu (reader should use his name) has given rise to the prakruti (nature and characteristics of a person). Published in this book are the discussions of Param Pujya Dadashri (Master of Spiritual ...

After Gnan (knowledge of Self-realization), mahatmas (Self-realized followers of Param Pujya Dadashri – a master of spiritual science) do not have to do anything to do except to follow the five Agnas (the five cardinal spiritual instructions given after Self-realization) all the time. These five Agnas are only for mahatmas, those who have taken Gnan through the Gnan Vidhi (process of self realization). The person, who can stay in the five Agnas in their exactness, shall ...

Param Pujya Dadashri, the revered scientist of Akram Vignan (the direct path to Self-realization) has explained about mahatmas’ (Self-realized followers of Param Pujya Dadashri) puzzles about their worldly interaction, their difficulties in following the Agnas (the five cardinal spiritual instructions given after Self-realization) and about the ways in which they can remain in jagruti (awareness of the Self). Jagruti would include moving from the belief of ‘I am Chan...

After attaining the knowledge of the Self, one understands that he is only the “seer” and not a “doer”. This leads to the question that who runs the world? This world has always been functioning under the vyavasthit shakti as discovered by Param Pujya Dadashri, the Gnani Purush (the enlightened one) and hence, the world has always been “vyavasthit”. Vyavasthit shakti means scientific circumstantial evidences, many circumstances combined together lead to a certain action...

For time immemorial, people at large are hassled to understand the reality of life. The base to the reality is “Who am I?” and “Who is the doer (karta)?” The secrets of”who does” and how the “world works” have been revealed in this book by Param Pujya Dadashri, the Gnani Purush (the Enlightened One). The world functions on the concept of “vyavasthit shakti” (appropriate powers). It is extremely crucial to understand vyavasthit shakti and how it works, to appreciate...

Aptavani 10 (U) has Param Pujya Dadashri’s spiritual discourses on the description and properties of antaskaran- i.e mann-buddhi-chitt-ahankar (mind-intellect-vision-ego) all four put together. What is it made of? How does it develop? What is the form of antaskaran in animals, deities, humans, children, etc. Before realization of the Self (non-gnan state), there is oneness with antaskaran and after realization of the Self (gnan state) one is free from antaskaran and its ...

Aptavani 10 (P) has Param Pujya Dadashri’s spiritual discourses on the description and properties of antaskaran- i.e mann-buddhi-chitt-ahankar (mind-intellect-vision-ego) all four put together. What is it made of? How does it develop? What is the form of antaskaran in animals, deities, humans, children, etc. Before realization of the Self (non-gnan state), there is oneness with antaskaran and after realization of the Self (gnan state) one is free from antaskaran and its ...

“Aptavani 1” is the first in a series of spiritual books titled “Aptavani”. In this series, Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan addresses age-old unanswered questions of spiritual seekers. Dadashri offers in-depth answers to questions such as: “Who am I?”, “What is our purpose in life?”, “What is the nature of the journey of souls?”, “Why do bad things happen to good people?”, “What does karma mean?”, “How was the world created?”, “Who is the ‘Doe...

In this set of books, the spiritual quotes (Aptasutra) said by Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan have been compiled. Every quote is independently a scientific research in itself. Through each and every quote, a common understanding, fortified with questions ranging from purely worldly knowledge to subtle knowledge of Soul, has been clarified. What does ‘Apta’ mean? It means, someone who is worthy of our faith in this worldly life as well as till the ultimate path of liberation. ...

Those seeking to lead a spiritual life, or just wondering how to become more spiritual may become inspired towards serving others, or giving Seva (selfless service). To learn how to serve God one might emulate spiritual people, study with spiritual teachers, or look to different types of religion and different types of yoga. But finding spiritual guidance on the topic of Seva is not always easy. One might be left wondering, “Is service to humanity a higher means...

In the book “Death: Before, During & After”, Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan addresses age-old unanswered questions related to death and dying. Dadashri offers in-depth answers to questions such as: “What is death?”, “What are the stages of dying and the signs of death?”, “What happens when you die?”, “Is there life after death, and can you provide proof of life after death?”, “Please explain reincarnation and describe the journey of souls?” ...

Every human being is living life but how much humanity does it entail? Being born, becoming educated, working, getting married, having kids, having a family and at the end… dying! Is this the standard cycle of life that one has to follow? What is the ultimate goal of life? Why do we have to take birth? What do we want? We have received a human body so it is our duty to be humane. There should be humanity in life. But what is humanity? According to Param Pujya Dad...

Anger management is a popular and necessary topic in today’s world. In dealing with difficult people, in our family relationships, or in facing marriage problems, we simply do not know how to deal with anger! When dealing with anger, we may wonder, “Am I right?” or “How can I make myself understood?” Some of our relationships can be said to be the very definition of conflict! Lacking conflict resolution skills, and out of a sense of powerlessness in our circumstances,...

Who hasn’t asked themselves what there is to life beyond just living? What is true purpose in life? There must be higher purpose than just living… In the book “Who am I?”, Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan describes that one’s ultimate life purpose is to find an answer to the age-old unanswered question of spiritual seekers: Who am I, and who is the ‘doer’ of all that happens in life? Dadashri also resolves questions such as: “What is the nat...

In the arena of spirituality, there are unique and remarkable spiritual people who have achieved the highest levels of spiritual development. Some remain in seclusion, while others become spiritual teachers who support the spiritual transformation of humanity. But to meet a Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge), and to access their spiritual power to achieve spiritual enlightenment, is extremely rare. One such Gnani Purush of recent time is Dada Bhagwan. T...

In the book “Noble Use of Money”, Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan explains that best charity means to offer happiness to others, for “when you give happiness to others, you get happiness in return”. Dadashri explains that, among the many ways to be happier, the simplest way to “buy happiness” is giving away money, especially in the form of anonymous donations. Dadashri provides answers to questions such as: “Why is it helpful to donate t...

In the book “Brahmacharya: Celibacy With Right Understanding”, Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan offers unique insight into the definition of celibacy and the benefits of brahmacharya. He clarifies common misunderstandings about celibacy, answering questions such as: “How do you define celibacy?”, “What are the spiritual reasons for abstinence from sex, and what are the benefits of abstinence?”, “Does spiritual power increase from brahmacharya, ...