The Vachanamrut is written in Gujarati, since Bhagwan Swaminarayan delivered his discourses in Gujarati. As a written language, Gujarati was evolving and continued to do so until the end of the 19th century.

The Vachanamrut- An Introduction (Part 3)

Written By: Sadhu Mukundcharandas

Published On: 9 Sep 2019

Bhagwan Swaminarayan adopted the garb of the local people by wearing simple white garments, such as a dhoti on the lower body and kediyu, dagli or gatariyu on the upper body.

Keep an Eye on Our i

Written By: Sadhu Brahmaviharidas

Published On: 23 Aug 2019

“In life, always keep the i small.” Let’s keep an eye on our i.

Understand Mahima to Experience the True Joy of Puja

Written By: Sadhu Amrutvijaydas

Published On: 8 Aug 2019

There is so much benefit gained by performing puja with a focused mind (Vachanamrut Sarangpur 3).

Worthy Vessel of the Gurus Grace

Written By: Vinay Limbachia

Published On: 22 Jul 2019

Pramukh Swami Maharaj spoke on Yogiji Maharaj’s behalf and shielded him from the inevitable arguments

Our Heads Bow with Love

Written By: Kaushal Patel

Published On: 8 Jul 2019

Pramukh Swami Maharaj was the epitome of the love one should have for guru and God. Pramukh Swami Maharaj was also the epitome of the love a guru has for his devotees.

A Profound Ocean of Equanimity

Written By: Sagar Patel

Published On: 22 Jun 2019

Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s intense, constant vicharan (travels) were a testament to his deep-rooted atmagnan.

Out of This World

Written By: Kaushal Patel

Published On: 8 Jun 2019

Every day of his life, Pramukh Swami Maharaj reminded us of the definition of detachment from the world.

Profundity in Simplicity

Written By: Tushar Tank

Published On: 22 May 2019

When we sing, “Shobho sãdhu gune sadã saral ne…” (You are resplendent with the virtues of saintliness, always unassuming and accommodating) we pay homage to the profundity of Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s simplicity.

The Vachanamrut- An Introduction (Part 2)

Written By: Sadhu Mukundcharandas

Published On: 8 May 2019

One who will read the Vachanamrut 108 times will be graced with the darshan of Shriji Maharaj.

The Vachanamrut- An Introduction (Part 1)

Written By: Sadhu Mukundcharandas

Published On: 23 Apr 2019

“We should read the Vachanamrut even if we do not understand it. Bhagwan’s words are like viable seeds; someday they are bound to sprout.”

The Fool of all Fools

Written By: Sadhu Brahmaviharidas

Published On: 9 Apr 2019

Abraham Lincoln said, “You may fool all the people some of the time, you may even fool some of the people all the time, but you cannot fool all the people all the time.”

Thanking God Through Nitya Puja

Translated By: Sadhu Amrutvijaydas

Published On: 22 Mar 2019

Bhagwan Swaminarayan has given his devotees the Shikshapatri. In it, he instructs his male devotees to apply a tilak-chandlo and female devotees to apply a chandlo and perform nitya puja.

Nitya Puja - A Divine Experience (Part 2)

Written By: Sadhu AnandswarupdasTranslated By: Sadhu Amrutvijaydas

Published On: 8 Mar 2019

Pramukh Swami Maharaj re-inforced the importance of nitya puja, “If it is possible to live without air, then it is possible to live without performing nitya puja.

Nitya Puja - A Divine Experience (Part 1)

Written By: Sadhu AnandswarupdasTranslated By: Sadhu Amrutvijaydas

Published On: 22 Feb 2019

In the Shikshapatri, Bhagwan Swaminarayan outlined a daily devotional routine for his devotees. He has instructed that all should rise before sunrise, bathe and then perform nitya puja. So, performing daily personal puja is a necessary quality of a true devotee.

Shining Stars of Daily Puja (Part 3)

Written By: Sadhu AksharvatsaldasTranslated By: Sadhu Vivekjivandas

Published On: 8 Feb 2019

Swamishri inspired him, “You must exercise self-control over your mind. You can live without onions and garlic. If your mind is strong, God will help you, and things will work out well wherever you go.”

Shining Stars of Daily Puja (Part 2)

Written By: Sadhu AksharvatsaldasTranslated By: Sadhu Vivekjivandas

Published On: 22 Jan 2019

Pramukh Swami Maharaj and Mahant Swami Maharaj have inspired countless devotees to apply tilak-chandlo on their foreheads. They have remained unremitting in doing tilak-chandlo in spite of difficulties or lost opportunities in their jobs.

Shining Stars of Daily Puja (Part 1)

Written By: Sadhu AksharvatsaldasTranslated By: Sadhu Vivekjivandas

Published On: 8 Jan 2019

Bhagwan Shri Swaminarayan propagated the bhakti tradition by introducing the devotional rituals of daily puja, mansi (mental) puja, arti and thal among his devotees.

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