Leela
"Devine plays of the Lord"
The Power of Faith in Sai Baba's Leela
साई बाबा की लीला में विश्वास की शक्ति
Sai Baba demonstrates how unwavering faith can dissolve ego and unite the devotee with the divine. The story of a devotee confronting his own father’s image in a mosque illustrates the transformative power of surrender.
Divine Play of the Three Goddesses
तीन देवीयों का दिव्य खेल
Krishnaji explains the spiritual significance of Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Kali, showing how each goddess represents prosperity, knowledge, and liberation respectively, and why Kali is worshipped for nine days.
Guru's True Meaning Revealed
गुरु का सच्चा अर्थ उजागर
A deep discourse on the true meaning of *Guru*, illustrating how Sai Baba gave profound meaning to the term through stories like Muleshastri’s leela, emphasizing that a Guru is beyond sects and religions.
The Secret of Selfless Service
निःस्वार्थ सेवा का रहस्य
Krishnaji narrates how selfless service (Seva) is the highest form of devotion, using examples from Sai Baba’s life where simple acts of kindness transformed lives.
The Miracle of the Hidden Guru
छिपे गुरु का चमत्कार
A story where Sai Baba reveals a devotee’s deceased guru, breaking his ego and showing that the true Guru resides within the heart of the seeker.
The Lesson of the Disguised Monk
वेशधारी संन्यासी की सीख
Sai Baba teaches that true renunciation is not in external robes but in inner purity, using the tale of a disguised monk who learns humility and devotion.
The Power of True Devotion
सच्चे भक्ति की शक्ति
Explores how genuine devotion transcends rituals, illustrated by Sai Baba’s refusal to encourage non‑vegetarianism and his emphasis on inner purity.
The Eightfold Path of Karma Yoga
कर्म योग का अष्टांग मार्ग
Krishnaji outlines the eight essential practices of Karma Yoga, showing how selfless action leads to spiritual liberation.
The Wisdom of Kabir’s Dohas
कबीर के दोहों की बुद्धि
A deep dive into Kabir’s couplets, linking them with Sai Baba’s teachings on ego, desire, and the path to truth.
The Tale of Lakshmibai Shinde
लक्ष्मीबाई शिंदे की कथा
A poignant story of devotion and self‑sacrifice, illustrating how simple offerings become profound spiritual symbols in Sai Baba’s leela.
The Secret of the Sacred Fire
पवित्र अग्नि का रहस्य
Explains the mystical significance of fire in Sai Baba’s teachings, linking it to purification and the inner flame of devotion.
The Journey of the Soul Through the Three Powers
तीन शक्तियों के माध्यम से आत्मा की यात्रा
A comprehensive overview of Jnana Shakti, Iccha Shakti, and Kriya Shakti, and how Sai Baba’s leela illustrates their integration.
The Miracle of Healing Through Prayer
प्रार्थना द्वारा उपचार का चमत्कार
Stories of miraculous healings attributed to Sai Baba’s blessings, emphasizing the power of sincere prayer.
The Lesson of the Empty Vessel
खाली बर्तन की सीख
An allegory about humility and the importance of being empty to receive divine wisdom, as taught by Sai Baba.
The Power of Silence (Mauna)
मौन की शक्ति
Explores how silence serves as a gateway to inner stillness and deeper communion with the divine, illustrated through Sai Baba’s silent leelas.
The Tale of the Lost Slippers
खोए हुए चप्पल की कथा
A story where Sai Baba reveals the deeper meaning behind a devotee’s lost slippers, teaching detachment and the impermanence of material objects.
The Blessing of the Sacred River
पवित्र नदी का आशीर्वाद
Sai Baba’s leela at the banks of a holy river, illustrating purification through water and the flow of divine grace.
The Parable of the Two Travelers
दो यात्रियों की दंतकथा
Two travelers meet Sai Baba; one seeks material gain while the other seeks truth. The story highlights the difference between external desire and inner seeking.
The Secret of the Sacred Ash
पवित्र राख का रहस्य
Sai Baba uses sacred ash (vibhuti) to illustrate the impermanence of the body and the eternal nature of the soul.
The Lesson of the Unseen Hand
अदृश्य हाथ की सीख
Sai Baba’s invisible assistance to a devotee demonstrates that divine help often works behind the scenes, encouraging trust in the unseen.
The Power of Chanting the Name
नाम जप की शक्ति
Explores how repetitive chanting (Naam Japa) aligns the mind with the divine, using Sai Baba’s examples of devotees transformed by this practice.
The Tale of the Burning House
जलते घर की कथा
A devotee’s house catches fire, yet Sai Baba’s presence protects the family, teaching that divine protection transcends physical danger.
The Gift of the Sacred Seed
पवित्र बीज का उपहार
Sai Baba gives a seed to a child, which later grows into a tree symbolizing spiritual growth and the nurturing aspect of the Guru.
The Lesson of the Broken Pot
टूटे हुए बर्तन की सीख
A broken pot is repaired by Sai Baba, illustrating that brokenness can be healed through divine grace.
The Paradox of Giving and Receiving
देने‑लेने का विरोधाभास
Sai Baba explains that true giving is selfless, and receiving is a blessing that should be used for the benefit of others.
The Story of the Silent Sage
मौन साधु की कहानी
A sage who never speaks teaches through actions; Sai Baba highlights that silence can be a powerful teacher.
The Miracle of the Ever‑Full Bowl
सदा भरपूर कटोरे का चमत्कार
Sai Baba fills a bowl that never empties, symbolizing the infinite nature of divine grace.
The Lesson of the Unseen Mirror
अदृश्य दर्पण की सीख
An invisible mirror reflects the true self; Sai Baba uses it to teach self‑realization.
The Tale of the Two Rivers
दो नदियों की कथा
Two rivers merge, symbolizing the union of the seeker with the divine, as explained by Sai Baba.
The Secret of the Sacred Drum
पवित्र ढोल का रहस्य
The rhythmic beat of the drum represents the heartbeat of the universe; Sai Baba uses it to teach harmony.
The Lesson of the Empty Cup
खाली कप की सीख
An empty cup can receive knowledge; Sai Baba emphasizes the need for humility to absorb wisdom.
The Tale of the Golden Feather
स्वर्ण पंख की कथा
A golden feather falls from the sky, symbolizing divine inspiration that guides the seeker.
The Power of Compassionate Listening
करुणामय सुनने की शक्ति
Sai Baba listens to a devotee’s pain without judgment, teaching that compassionate listening heals the heart.
The Miracle of the Ever‑Blooming Lotus
सदा खिलते कमल का चमत्कार
A lotus that never wilts illustrates the eternal purity of the soul, as explained by Sai Baba.
The Lesson of the Unbroken Chain
अटूट शृंखला की सीख
An unbroken chain symbolizes the continuity of dharma; Sai Baba uses it to teach perseverance.
The Tale of the Whispering Wind
फुसफुसाती हवा की कथा
The wind carries the guru’s teachings to all ears, showing that divine wisdom is omnipresent.
The Secret of the Sacred Flame
पवित्र अग्नि का रहस्य
The flame represents the inner light of consciousness; Sai Baba’s leela shows how to keep it alive.
The Lesson of the Invisible Thread
अदृश्य धागे की सीख
An invisible thread connects all beings; Sai Baba uses it to illustrate interdependence.
The Miracle of the Ever‑Full Lamp
सदा भरपूर दीप का चमत्कार
A lamp that never extinguishes symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine light within.
The Tale of the Two Birds
दो पक्षियों की कथा
Two birds represent the mind and heart; Sai Baba teaches their harmony leads to inner peace.
The Lesson of the Unseen Bridge
अदृश्य पुल की सीख
An invisible bridge connects the mortal realm with the divine, illustrating the path of devotion.
The Secret of the Sacred Tree
पवित्र वृक्ष का रहस्य
A tree that bears fruits of wisdom; Sai Baba uses it to teach that true knowledge bears sweet results.
The Miracle of the Ever‑Changing Sky
सदा बदलते आकाश का चमत्कार
The sky’s constant change mirrors the impermanence of life; Sai Baba’s leela reminds us to stay adaptable.
The Tale of the Silent River
मौन नदी की कथा
A silent river flows without sound, teaching that inner stillness is the source of true wisdom.
The Lesson of the Unseen Seed
अदृश्य बीज की सीख
An unseen seed grows into a mighty tree, symbolizing that spiritual potential exists even when not visible.
The Secret of the Sacred Mirror
पवित्र दर्पण का रहस्य
A mirror reflects the true self; Sai Baba uses it to teach self‑recognition and purity.
The Miracle of the Ever‑Radiant Sun
सदा चमकते सूर्य का चमत्कार
The sun’s constant radiance symbolizes the unchanging nature of divine love, as explained by Sai Baba.
The Tale of the Two Stones
दो पत्थरों की कथा
One stone is heavy with ego, the other light with humility; Sai Baba shows the path from heaviness to lightness.
The Lesson of the Unseen Handshake
अदृश्य हाथ मिलाने की सीख
An unseen handshake represents divine connection beyond physical touch, teaching that true bonds are spiritual.
The Secret of the Sacred Path
पवित्र मार्ग का रहस्य
A hidden path leads to the heart of the divine; Sai Baba guides seekers to walk it with devotion and surrender.