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This book contains a collection of speeches that Amma gave in India between 1990 and 1999. As Amma reveals the truths of life in the light of spirituality and in a manner unassailable by logic, the reader is given not only a fresh view of life, but is inspired to live according to the universal principles that Amma explains in such a crystal clear way. Like a mother talking to her child, Amma rings profound principles to light through the simplest of words. In this book we are given compelling answers to the numerous questions that most of us have asked or have wanted to ask at one time or another. The reader will find that a few of the speeches contain the same examples or stories. These rare repetitions have been left as they are, because the examples are so beautiful and fit so marvelously into the context of the text, and because the editors didn’t want to tamper with Amma’s speeches in any way. Every sentence uttered by Amma helps us to understand the ultimate aim of life, and reveals paths to the realization of that goal. Amma’s words guide and encourage us towards a truly full and meaningful life.
Lead Us to Purity contains a selection of speeches that Amma give in India between 1990 en 1999. In these pages Amma is talking to ordinary people from all walks of life, who have come to be with her for special occasions: perhaps the inauguration of her cancer hospice near Mumbai, or to celebrate her birthday or Onam, the biggest holiday in Kerala. She talks to them and to us, the readers of this beauti-ful book – about the art of living a truly hap-py and fulfilling life. In her unique way, she explains the universal, spiritual principles in a simple, easily graspable, and yet profound way.
A compilation of Mother’s messages in the form of questions and answers. Mother’s every word spreads the light of knowledge and removes the clouds of confusion that may gather in the minds of Her children. Some conversations are centered on a particular topic. On other occasions, the questions posed address various uncertainties that arise in the minds of the listeners. Mother gives appropriate responses to all of them. Her only aim is the spiritual progress of Her children.
The wisdom of the Mahatmas who have come with the mission of uplifting the world has both immediate and eternal meaning. Even though they elucidate values that are everlasting, they are attuned to the call of the times in which they live, and their words are in response to the heartbeat of their listeners.
Mother speaks Her immortal words which transform society at a time when man has lost his traditional values, nobler sentiments and peace of mind, in the frenzied attempt to reinforce the outer world of sensory pleasures, power and prestige. Man’s senseless pursuit of these distractions, oblivious of his own Self, has cost him the harmony and graciousness of his life. Lack of faith, a sense of competition and fear have destroyed personal ties and family relations. Love has become a mirage in a culture of excessive consumerism.
Throughout the world today, the darshan and the nectar like words of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi are effecting transformations in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. This book is a precious collection of conversations between the Holy Mother and Her disciples, devotees and inquiring visitors during the period from June 1985 to September 1986.
The wisdom of a Great Soul like Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, who has come with the sole purpose of uplifting the world, has both immediate and eternal meaning. At the same time as She elucidates values that are everlasting, She is perfectly attuned to the needs of our time, and Her words respond to the heartbeat of the people. Throughout the world today, the extraordinary Love and nectar-like words of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi are effecting transformations in the lives of millions of people from all walks of life. This book is a precious collection of conversations between Amma and Her disciples, devotees and visitors during the period from June 1985 to September 1986. In a unique way, Her simple yet profound utterances provide an answer to the eternal questions about the meaning of life and the attainment of real happiness.
A compilation of Mother’s messages in the form of questions and answers. Mother’s every word spreads the light of knowledge and removes the clouds of confusion that may gather in the minds of Her children. Some conversations are centered on a particular topic. On other occasions, the questions posed address various uncertainties that arise in the minds of the listeners. Mother gives appropriate responses to all of them. Her only aim is the spiritual progress of Her children.
Rare indeed are mahatmas (great souls) endowed with the vision of seeing the entire universe and the Atman within the universe. Even if they are recognized, they may not be inclined to communicate with us or counsel us, immersed as they are in the eternal silence of the Self. Therefore, it is our great fortune when a fully realized mahatma is ready to advise and discipline us with the tender love of a mother and the inexplicable compassion of a guru. Throughout the world today, the darshan and the nectarous words of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi are effecting transformations in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. This book, though incomplete, is a precious collection of conversations between the Holy Mother and Her disciples, devotees and inquiring visitors between June 1985 and September 1986.
This book contains a collection of speeches that Amma gave in India between 1990 and 1999. As Amma reveals the truths of life in the light of spirituality and in a manner unassailable by logic, the reader is given not only a fresh view of life but is inspired to live according to the universal principles that Amma explains in such a crystal clear way. Like a mother talking to her child, Amma brings profound principles to light through the simplest of words. In this book, we are given compelling answers to the numerous questions that most of us have asked or have wanted to ask at one time or another.
Rare indeed is the mahatmas (great souls) endowed with the vision of seeing the entire universe within the Atman (Self ), and the Atman within the universe. Even if they are recognized, they may not be inclined to communicate with us or counsel us, immersed as they are in the eternal silence of the Self. Therefore, it is our great fortune when a fully realized mahatma is ready to advise and discipline us with the tender love of a mother, and the inexplicable compassion of a guru. Throughout the world today, the darshan and the nectarous words of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi are effecting transformations in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. This book, though incomplete, is a precious collection of conversations between the Holy Mother and Her disciples, devotees, and inquiring visitors during the period from June 1985 to September 1986. The wisdom of the mahatmas, who have come with the mission of uplifting the world, has both immediate and eternal meaning. Even though they elucidate everlasting values, they are attuned to the call of the times in which they live, and their words are in response to the heartbeat of their listeners. Mother speaks Her immortal words, which transform society, at a time when the man has lost his traditional values, nobler sentiments, and peace of mind in the frenzied attempt to reinforce the outer world of sensory pleasures, power, and prestige. Man’s senseless pursuit of these distractions, while he remains oblivious of his own Self, has cost him the harmony and graciousness of his life. Lack of faith, fear, and a sense of competition has destroyed personal ties and family relations. Love has become no more than a mirage in a culture of excessive consumerism.
This book contains a collection of speeches that Amma gave in India between 1990 and 1999. As Amma reveals the truths of life in the light of spirituality and in a manner unassailable by logic, the reader is given not only a fresh view of life but is inspired to live according to the universal principles that Amma explains in such a crystal clear way. Like a mother talking to her child, Amma brings profound principles to light through the simplest of words. In this book, we are given compelling answers to the numerous questions that most of us have asked or have wanted to ask at one time or another.
This book contains a collection of speeches that Amma gave in India between 1990 and 1999. As Amma reveals the truths of life in the light of spirituality and in a manner unassailable by logic, the reader is given not only a fresh view of life but is inspired to live according to the universal principles that Amma explains in such a crystal clear way. Like a mother talking to her child, Amma brings profound principles to light through the simplest of words. In this book, we are given compelling answers to the numerous questions that most of us have asked or have wanted to ask at one time or another.
Questioning is a sign of growth taking place in the mind. But if doubts are not removed, they will hinder the progress of the individual, and should therefore be cleared immediately. Only then will the journey forward be possible. The words of a mahatma (great soul) can be fully trusted to free from confusion those who thirst for spiritual knowledge.
Every word uttered by Mother illumines the path ahead. In this books we can read Her answers to the questions and uncertainties that plague the modern age, answers given from the strength of perfect reason and the authority of Her experience
