THE DASBODHA BY: SADGURU SHREE SAMARTH RAMDAS ...

The times are known by the happenings then; say for example all the
happenings in the life of a man from his birth to death are known to him and others by the time
scale.
When a thing is viewed differently from what it is really, it is because
of the lack of knowledge. Most of us do this and therefore we go on a path which takes us down
rather than upwards. It takes us from the micro to the macro. Exactly opposite occurs with the
really knowledgeable. They go to the root cause of this whole illusion, the original Maya. He
knows that everything has originated from here. It is difficult to reach this stage but not impossible
as it can be done on the basis of your wisdom. Therefore Shree Samarth advises both the spiritual
and those leading a family life to walk on this path.
Those without wisdom lead a life like that of the animals. It is futile
to be amongst them. If they start on the path of spirituality, worship the God then they will get to
the desired goal. It is important to remember that nothing comes with you after your death except
your karmas. Therefore you shouldn’t have a desire for the things which are visible. With quiet
calm thoughts you should think with wisdom about the most micro thing by which you will get to
the God. There is no greater gain than this. While leading the family life there is no harm in doing
the necessary karmas, but there shouldn’t be an excess of it. By living like this you can achieve
bliss. Man is condemned to be dependent where he has to bear many types of apprehensions and
grief. In this market of life you should strive for the benefit of the God which becomes your gain. If
you do this then you get the value for your life. If you don’t then your life is a mere waste.
END OF THE EIGHTH SAMAS
THE NINTH SAMAS – YATNASHIKVAN
(ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF TRYING HARD)
Shree Samarth tells the story of a man who was very idle on account
of which he had to face immense difficulties in life. He was on the verge of ending his life. The
disciples asked him, how he should lead his further life.
Shree Samarth says that it is a universal truth that nothing can be
done without working for it. To do it well one should be very careful. He should have perseverance.
He should leave his idleness forever. All the doubts which arise while working for something
should be ruthlessly thrown out.
You should get up early in the morning. First remember the God and
then try to remember newer things which you have read regarding the real knowledge. Perform the
morning chores. Then worship the God. Afterwards eat some fruits and then start on your job.
While doing it you should be able to scrutinize what is good and what is bad in everything
including the people. Your dealings should be clear and transparent. Never advise others if you
aren’t in a position to do so. Be always alert. Never lose your sense of conscience, morals and
ethics. While doing all this you should always try to keep everyone around you as happy as
possible.
You should most of the times talk about the God. While doing this
you should try to make it as entertaining as possible despite trying to get and impart the real
knowledge. It should be done in such a way that the audience will automatically be induced to hail
the God. All the aspects of spirituality and Sadhana should be included in your talk. Your talk