Category: Lyrical Reflections
Who comes to him with heart sincere…
The Radiance of a True Saint A Life of Purpose, Not Idle Words In a world overflowing with noise and distraction, Brahmanand Swami paints a portrait of the rarest kind of soul—a saint whose every word and action serve a higher purpose. “He speaks no waste, no idle sound,But shares where God’s great truths are found.” A true sadhu does not engage in idle talk or self-promotion. His speech uplifts, educates, and heals. Every word he utters draws others toward Paramatma—the Supreme God—and fills hearts with peace. The Saint’s Mission: To Uplift Every Soul Removing Fear and Ignorance Through Grace [Read More…]
Love’s path is walked by sage & maid…
When Love Moves the Divine The Heart That Commands Heaven There’s a kind of devotion that doesn’t just please God—it moves Him. Muktanand Swami captures this mystery in his verse: “When love-filled bhakti stirs the soul,The Lord does just as He’s told.The maids of Vraj clap with joy,As Natwar dances per their ploy.” This is not the devotion of duty or discipline, but of prem bhakti—love that melts all boundaries between devotee and God. In this state, God ceases to be a distant Lord and becomes a willing companion, even a participant in the devotee’s joy. The gopis of Vraj [Read More…]
He cares not for one’s form or clan, But seeks devotion’s steady hand…
Love—the Language God Listens To Beyond Name, Race, or Ritual Muktanand Swami begins this exquisite composition with a truth that unites all seekers across time: God is won not by status or scholarship, but by love. “The dark-hued Lord, so full of grace,Is won by love—not name or race.He cares not for one’s form or clan,But seeks devotion’s steady hand.” In every era and every culture, humans have tried to approach God through action, intellect, and austerity. Yet Muktanand Swami—one of Bhagwan Swaminarayan’s foremost paramhansas—reminds us that love (prem bhakti) is the truest path to His heart. God is not [Read More…]
All who praise the Lord are raised…
The Transformative Power of Devotion True bhakti is not measured by status, scholarship, or birth—but by the sincerity of one’s heart. In the timeless Gujarati verse “Hari bhajta sahu motap pame,” Muktanand Swami beautifully captures this truth. Those who devote themselves to Bhagwan are lifted beyond the cycle of birth and death, freed from sorrow and filled with divine strength. “All who praise the Lord are raised,Freed from birth and death—unfazed.Like iron touched by mystic stone,They shine like gold all on their own.” When iron meets the touchstone, it becomes gold; likewise, when a soul meets Hari, it transforms. Devotion [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: One who dares to take that leap, Finds pearls of truth in oceans deep…
In the journey of life, few questions haunt the heart as deeply as: What is real? What is lasting? What lies beyond this fleeting world?For the realized souls—those rare ones who have turned inward and touched the eternal—the answers are not theoretical. They are lived truths, revealed in silence, in surrender, and in stillness. Muktanand Swami, the great paramhansa of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, distills these profound insights into his timeless bhajans. In this spiritual composition, he describes the path, the experience, and the outcome of realization—not for the curious, but for the committed seeker. “Anubhavi anandma Govind gave re…”The wise joyously [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: The scent of a lion makes herds take flight…
In an age where clarity is clouded by chaos, and the eyes of the soul often remain shut amidst the noise of the world, the teachings of saints like Muktanand Swami shine like a silent lighthouse—guiding seekers inward, to the source of all light. This timeless composition from Muktanand Swami is not simply a devotional bhajan; it is a map of inner transformation. Through each verse, he sketches the contours of the anubhavi—the one who has realized. “Anubhavine antare rahe Ram vase re…”Within the realized, God remains,In all he does, His presence reigns. The anubhavi does not merely believe in [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: For the realized soul, all grief has flown…
In a world dominated by appearances, expectations, and endless cravings, the teachings of the great poet-saints of India offer not just solace but awakening. Muktanand Swami, a beloved paramhansa of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, was one such spiritual luminary. His bhajans are not mere verses—they are the lived wisdom of one who had tasted the Divine. In this reflective composition, Muktanand Swami speaks of the anubhavi, the realized soul, and paints a portrait of what it means to live from within rather than react to the world outside. “Anubhavine apda antarthi bhagi re…”For the realized soul, sorrow no longer holds sway. Why? [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: This world, so vast in form & play Is just a mirage that fades one day…
In a world consumed by desire and distractions, the wisdom of saints like Muktanand Swami shines like a lighthouse for the lost. His poetic verses aren’t just devotional songs—they are roadmaps guiding us back to our inner truth. In this beautiful bhajan, he opens a window into the life of the jivanmukta, the realized soul, and reminds us of the false identities we cling to. “Anubhavi anandma, Brahmarasna bhogi re…”The realized soul is steeped in bliss—not the temporary happiness born of material fulfillment, but the profound, unshakeable joy of being united with the Divine. Such a soul may walk among [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: Your life is wasting away, without worship…
Life often feels like a relentless pursuit of desires and fleeting pleasures. We get so absorbed in the superficial glitter of the world that we fail to acknowledge the deeper reality of our existence. Brahmanand Swami’s bhajan powerfully reveals this truth and offers a sobering reminder of the ignorance that clouds our vision. As we journey through life, we remain trapped in illusions, foolishly believing that worldly pleasures will bring us lasting happiness. Yet, as Brahmanand Swami points out, death approaches relentlessly, a truth we choose to ignore. This ignorance blinds us to the higher purpose of life, leading us [Read More…]
Lyrical Reflections: Worshipping Hari brings true joy, understand O mind…
True love for God is not just an ideal to be spoken of; it is a reality that blossoms in the presence of a soul who has transcended the illusions of this world. The saint who has realized the divine does not merely guide; he transforms. His presence alone ignites the flame of pure love for God within the hearts of those who seek truth. It is this pure love that dispels delusions no other could conquer, lifting the veil of ignorance that binds us to fleeting desires and falsehoods. Compassion is the truest mark of the divine. A soul [Read More…]