I love the words quoted in this commentary from Baba Muktananda’s spiritual autobiography,
Play of Consciousness. They are throwing light into a corner of my world that seems dark right now.
I am so grateful for the reminder that they give me of my own abundance,
shri. I am thankful to be reminded that there is no lack. I am uplifted by the understanding that we are one, that I am a part of the totality of all that is, and that I am always supported by grace.
Melbourne, Australia
A sense of calm often permeates my being when I hear the words of the ancient scriptures. I enjoy reading the Sanskrit words aloud. As I read or hear the Sanskrit syllables, it feels like I am coming home, being reconnected to a space that is both intimate and expansive. It feels like the dwelling place of divine love.
As I concluded my reflection on this commentary on abundance, one word remained with me like an intriguing invitation:
shri. I closed my eyes and repeated it. I will continue to repeat the sacred sound
shri all this month.
California, United States
When I read Gurumayi’s words about
shri, I was filled with immense joy, understanding that this
shri—which is infused with beauty, sacredness, nobility, and many more qualities—resides within me. Knowing this gives me the certainty that I am not alone. I am with God and God is with me, always.
San Giorgio a Cremano, Italy
In the morning, I left home with the virtue of abundance on my mind. I asked myself: “Abundance of what? “
Later, in the midst of the sunny and crowded atmosphere of the city, I found myself simply enjoying the
prana as I breathed in and out. My mind was absorbed in repeating the mantra. It was as if I was drinking a cup of happiness.
Back home, I read the commentary on abundance and found that I had experienced
shri, the wealth of my inner Self. I had drunk from the fountain of abundant, vibrant, inner energy arising from my own being.
Rodez, France
This morning as I was walking in the park, I beheld a beautiful blue sky above, with some white clouds gathering. I took in the aroma of wet earth. Both the moon, on one side of the sky, and the sun, on the other, seemed to be following me. I came across a flowing stream which filled me with joy as I listened to its sweet sound.
I felt so fortunate to be able to experience these elements of the universe. I couldn’t be more thankful to my beloved Guru for the blessings of so much abundance in my life.
Mexico City, Mexico
When I visit the Siddha Yoga path website, I can feel enthusiasm bubbling up from a deep place inside me. I can feel my heart overflowing with gratitude for the abundance in my life and in all of God’s creation.
One way I experience this abundance is through nature, where I can perceive God’s generosity. I admire the beauty of the nearby trees with squirrels scaling their branches. The ocean with its endless waves sits within a stone’s throw from my home. The chirping of birds speaks directly to my heart.
All this feels to me like the grace of the Siddhas filling my life.
Ormond Beach, Guyana
This commentary refreshed my understanding of the virtue of abundance. While I was residing thousands of miles away from Shri Gurumayi’s physical presence, she gave me
shaktipat diksha through her
sankalpa. Shaktipat diksha is a priceless gift from my beloved Shri Guru
. I am abundantly grateful to her.
The Houghton, South Africa
I always look forward to the virtues from Gurumayi for
Birthday Bliss! A couple of years ago, I painted each word on a rock. While working on each virtue, I contemplated how I’ve been touched by its treasures. Now the virtue stones surround our backyard labyrinth and sit among rosemary and lavender. As I walk the path, I stop and visit each word and reflect on its meaning. It’s become a daily early morning practice. I am so grateful to the Siddha Yoga path for these experiences.
Oregon, United States
I love this commentary on Abundance because it teaches me how to recognize abundance in and around me, and it shows me that I can always enjoy abundance in my life.
Every day when I open the Siddha Yoga path website, I find abundance. When I think of Gurumayi, she embodies abundance to me. When I look at a field of trees, I see abundance. I have a lifetime's worth of friends who love me and to whom I can give my love. My meditations are abundant in experiences of the Self.
It’s true, abundance is everywhere, and I was given it all when I received
shaktipat.
Florida, United States
This commentary has beautifully expanded my understanding and awareness of abundance. I now see that abundance is not only something personal, for my own life, but something much greater too. It applies to all, and fills the universe.
Thank you, Gurumayi, for expanding my perspective again and again!
Montreal, Canada
I was delighted as I read this commentary on the virtue of abundance.
Though life so often gives me the experience of abundance, I sometimes forget to fully acknowledge and feel that. Now, seeing this virtue so beautifully posted on an auspicious peacock feather backdrop, my being is filled with gratitude. I am so grateful to Gurumayi and the Siddha Yoga path!
Bangalore, India
This commentary on abundance was the perfect thing for me to read to start the month of Gurumayi's birthday.
Each day, I have been offering my thanks to Gurumayi, Baba, and Bade Baba before chanting and meditation. I give thanks for the abundance of grace, the abundance of wisdom and knowledge, and the abundance of compassion and blessings showered upon me in my life. I feel so well taken care of by God!
Reading this commentary allowed me to relax into my day with deep contentment.
Wisconsin, United States
Reading shares on the Siddha Yoga path website of people’s wondrous and amazing experiences and understandings reminds me of this virtue of abundance. I experience that there is so much grace all around— in my life and in so many people’s lives from all over the world. I am so grateful for the Siddha Yoga teachings, the Siddha Guru, and the Siddha Yoga
sangham. If I choose to see it, abundance is everywhere—in each event, in each moment. From this vantage point I experience that there is nothing but abundance.
New Jersey, United States