Attain a Loving Heart

 

Neither position, nor wealth, nor external things—but to attain a loving heart.

Most Revered Mother Shri Nirmala Devi 2001, on an auspicious occasion

The true and supreme purpose of human life is to practice devotion to God. According to the scriptures, the human body is extremely rare, given not merely to enjoy material pleasures, but for the soul’s spiritual progress and to reconnect with the Supreme Being.

Devotion does not mean merely rituals, but selfless love for God, unwavering faith, and complete surrender.

1. Major types of devotion (Navadha Bhakti)Navadha Bhakti - according to Wikipedia, there are nine forms of devotion through which a person can attain God:Shravan: Listening attentively to the stories and glory of God.Kirtan: Singing the names and hymns of the Lord.Smaran: Constantly meditating on God and chanting His name.Padasevan: Serving the feet of God or serving the world created by Him.

Archan: Worshipping and adoring the Lord with incense, lamps, and offerings.Vandan: Bowing at the feet of God with complete श्रद्धा.Dasya: Considering oneself a servant of God and serving Him (like Hanuman Ji).Sakhya: Considering the Supreme Being one’s best friend (like Arjuna).Atmanivedan: Completely surrendering oneself at the feet of God (like King Bali).

2. Mental attitudes of devotionIn the path of devotion, the seeker connects with God through different mental perspectives or भाव:Shanta Bhava: Contemplating the Supreme Being with a peaceful mind.Dasya Bhava: Considering the Lord the master and oneself the servant.Sakhya Bhava: Considering God one’s closest friend.Vatsalya Bhava: Loving God as one’s child (like Mother Yashoda).Madhurya Bhava: Considering the Supreme Being one’s beloved or husband (like Mirabai).

3. Characteristics and qualities of true devotionAccording to the website of Jagat Guru Rampal Ji Maharaj, certain special divine qualities naturally begin to appear in the life of a true devotee:Freedom from greed and desires: Not running after the perishable things of the world.Humility and forgiveness: The complete disappearance of ego and forgiving others.Free from deceit and hypocrisy: Not harboring hatred or enmity toward anyone in the heart.True service: Considering service to parents and society also a part of devotion.

4. Importance of devotion in human lifeMental peace: Devotion removes all sins, sufferings, and anguish of a person and gives supreme peace.Purification of actions: By practicing devotion selflessly, a person’s actions become purified and they move toward liberation.True happiness: Material means can provide only temporary happiness, but eternal bliss is found only at the feet of God.To understand deeply how and with what perspective a person should practice devotion in real life, you can watch this video:

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