Real Religion, Relative Religion | December 2015 | Akram Youth

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Jai satchitanand friends,Have you noticed that we have been guided since our birth as to which religion we belong to? We are Jain or Vaishnav or Sikhs etc! There are a number of relative religions in the world and people simply follow them as guided by their ancestors & scriptures. In this issue let us take a look into different relative religions of the world and their spiritual belief. Real Religion is swa-dharm or atma-dharm, understanding of spirituality as perceived by an Enlightened Master(Gnani Purush). Enjoy the toss-up between Real & Relative religions and find the crux. Happy hunting!!!

Dimple Mehta on behalf ofMahavideh FoundationSimandhar City, Adalaj -382421. Dist- Gandhinagar

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| What is dharma (Religion)?

Who has achieved the

essence of True Religion?

Experience

Glimpses of World Religions

| Christianity, Judaism, Zoroastrianism,

Islam

Glimpses of Real Religion


| Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism

Spiritual Humour

Dhyan a Result

Puzzle | Match them

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Jai satchitanand friends,Have you noticed that we have been guided since our birth as to which religion we belong to? We are Jain or Vaishnav or Sikhs etc! There are a number of relative religions in the world and people simply follow them as guided by their ancestors & scriptures. In this issue let us take a look into different relative religions of the world and their spiritual belief. Real Religion is swa-dharm or atma-dharm, understanding of spirituality as perceived by an Enlightened Master(Gnani Purush). Enjoy the toss-up between Real & Relative religions and find the crux. Happy hunting!!!

Dimple Mehta on behalf ofMahavideh FoundationSimandhar City, Adalaj -382421. Dist- Gandhinagar


Printed & Published by

Owned by

Printed atAmba Offset

Basement, ParshvanathChambers, Nr. RBI,Usmanpura, Ahmedabad-14.


Published atPublisher & Editor:Dimple MehtaPg. 24 - December 2015.Year: 3. Issue: 8.Cont. Issue: 32.

email: [email protected]: youth.dadabhagwan.orgstore.dadabhagwan.org/akram-youth

Contact :Gnani Ni Chhayama (GNC),Trimandir Sankul, Simandhar City,Ahmedabad-Kalol Highway,Adalaj, Dist. Gandhinagar,Gujarat-382421Phone: (079) 39830100

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Gnani with youth

| What is dharma (Religion)?

Who has achieved the

essence of True Religion?

Experience


| Christianity, Judaism, Zoroastrianism,

Islam

Glimpses of Real Religion


| Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism

Spiritual Humour

Dhyan a Result

Puzzle | Match them

Anand Nagari

04

06

09

10

12

14

16

18

20

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uestioner: What is religion? Every religious cult has explained it in Qdifferent ways. Every person has different definition of religion, so what is religion, in fact?

Pujyashri: To give even little happiness to others is religion, by giving slightest suffering to others is considered non-religion. By whatever method, if you are not hurting someone, or you are giving happiness, counts as religion. If you steal, thereby causing suffering to another; one person gets happiness but the other is unhappy, so that is non-religion. In case of doing charity you feel happy as well as the receiver also feels happy, so that is religion. When you tell lies and you get caught and feel hurt-that is non-religion. But if you speak the truth, then both the persons are happy, so that is religion. Wherever you have caused suffering to others, all that is non-religion. Dadashri used to explain in one sentence: “You make a decision that with my mind, speech and action, I do not want to cause any type of suffering or unhappiness to anybody. Thus, the extract of all religions will be covered.” Certain group of people decide to do Puja (rituals) in a particular manner, of a certain God, they consider that as religion. Jain religion, Vaishnav religion, Swami Narayan religion, are all religions on large scale. How to avoid giving unhappiness to each other and how to liberate oneself from all sufferings are indicated by various paths. Beyond all these religions is what is known as Atma Dharma, which means self-realisation, that is to know your real self : who you are really Are you Manthan or is your name Manthan ? Questioner: My name is Manthan . Pujyashri: Who are you then? You are saying that your name is Manthan but then who are you ? That realization of the ‘self’ is Atma Dharma. Therein there is no good-bad. Only one has to remain in awareness of true spiritual knowledge. You have to realise the world in its true form and that is Atma Dharma.

What is dharma (Religion)?

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uestioner: What is religion? Every religious cult has explained it in Qdifferent ways. Every person has different definition of religion, so what is religion, in fact?

Pujyashri: To give even little happiness to others is religion, by giving slightest suffering to others is considered non-religion. By whatever method, if you are not hurting someone, or you are giving happiness, counts as religion. If you steal, thereby causing suffering to another; one person gets happiness but the other is unhappy, so that is non-religion. In case of doing charity you feel happy as well as the receiver also feels happy, so that is religion. When you tell lies and you get caught and feel hurt-that is non-religion. But if you speak the truth, then both the persons are happy, so that is religion. Wherever you have caused suffering to others, all that is non-religion. Dadashri used to explain in one sentence: “You make a decision that with my mind, speech and action, I do not want to cause any type of suffering or unhappiness to anybody. Thus, the extract of all religions will be covered.” Certain group of people decide to do Puja (rituals) in a particular manner, of a certain God, they consider that as religion. Jain religion, Vaishnav religion, Swami Narayan religion, are all religions on large scale. How to avoid giving unhappiness to each other and how to liberate oneself from all sufferings are indicated by various paths. Beyond all these religions is what is known as Atma Dharma, which means self-realisation, that is to know your real self : who you are really Are you Manthan or is your name Manthan ? Questioner: My name is Manthan . Pujyashri: Who are you then? You are saying that your name is Manthan but then who are you ? That realization of the ‘self’ is Atma Dharma. Therein there is no good-bad. Only one has to remain in awareness of true spiritual knowledge. You have to realise the world in its true form and that is Atma Dharma.

What is dharma (Religion)?

Gnani with youth



hile doing tilak (a dot on the Wforehead) Pankajbhai said, “Minakshi…. I am going to

temple. Oh! Yes. Listen, around eight o'clockI will be back, keep breakfast ready, and don't forget to give me lemon pickle and papad in my tiffin. Just then Minakshiben remembered that there was no papad at home! She said, “Please listen… while returning home please bring papad, they just got over last evening.”

Pankajbhai got angry “Are you asking me to get papad? Why don't-you wake up your 'Prince' and send him. He is still in bed.” “It is all right, I'll bring it, ok! But please don't get angry. Your B.P. rises.” casually Minakshiben said, solving the issue. Since many years, every morning, going to the temple at seven o'clock is his daily routine. After reaching the temple he would do darshan, (worship) and then go outside on the small platform (otala) with some of his friends and sit and discuss the topics of the whole country, as if they were the whole world's advisory committee! At last addressing God with a big sigh, “Extreme 'kaliyug' has come. There is not a streak of mercy or religion left in this world!” As soon as Pankajbhai came home after such discussions of every day, he started, “Our Prince has not woken up yet?

From where are such lazy lumps born!” And he went straight to his son's bedroom and knocked the door loudly. Rubbing his eyes, his son Mihir opened the door, “What papa! I was having such a sound sleep!” “Is this the time to sleep?” He showed him the watch and said, “Look, it is eight-o'clock. That Rahul, son of Navneet bhai, reaches the temple everyday early in the morning and you like 'Kumbh karna' keep on sleeping.” Mihir grumbled, “What great benefit did he get after worshipping? Whole day he goes about getting irritated. Then, he calls himself a devotee after putting tilak and stuff! At that moment Minakshiben came from the kitchen, “Come on both of you, I have prepared hot poha!” On hearing this Pankaj bhai said, “Without bath not a morsel of food should be taken, that is what our religious scriptures say. Here, just on waking up, you straight have bed tea. Oh God! When will these people understand the value of our culture?” Without paying any attention to what he said, Mihir settled himself at the table. Pankajbhai started having breakfast grudging silently. After a few minutes the door bell rang. Minakshiben opened the door.“Oh! Kanchanben! Please come in and join us for breakfast.” Minakshiben welcomed her neighbor.“Oh! Good! I came at the correct time.”I have made this 'Khichu' (An Indian dish) and I thought that Mihir loves it, so I brought it. Mihir rushed to get the plate, “Wow! Kanchan aunty what a pleasant surprise.”Thank you very much. Your khichu is really awesome.”“Very good then, eat to your heart's content, It is less, please come and take some more. We'll meet afterwards

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leisurely,” saying this, Kanchan aunty left. Mihir said “Mummy, I don't want to eat this Poha. I will eat Khichu only.” Suppressed anger of Pankajbhai burst out. “Will you leave this plate like this? Minakshi don't give him that khichu. Let him finish this breakfast first, only then he will get khichu. I don't like anybody leaving food in their plate.”Mihir got up angrily. “Papa in every matter you are nagging – I don't want to eat. I am so fed up of your nagging. To live in a hostel is far better than this. Instead of listening to your grumbling every day, there will be peace there.” Trying to turn the situation Minakshiben said, “Listen, I will eat the breakfast left in Mihir's plate so there is no wastage of food. Ok. Now! Come on Mihir please eat khichu. It is not good to get angry over breakfast. Pankajbhai bowed down his head on the photo of God as if he was banging it and left for the office. Minakshiben rushed behind him saying, “He is our child. I will explain to him; you do not get tensed up. Go to the office with a smile, a grumpy face does not look good. OK? Jay shree Krishna.” On the other hand, Mihir started thinking, “During whole day while doing household work, how much mummy is letting go! She is taking so many adjustments. Since so many years papa has been going to the temple, worshiping and doing bhakti, still he is always irritated and angry the whole day. While Mummy hardly gets time to go to the temple, her whole day passes in doing household work and taking care of all the members of the family. Even then she has no complaints for any one. Who has achieved the essence of true religion?”

Who has achieved the essence of

True Religion

Let us see what Dadashri says about this...


hile doing tilak (a dot on the Wforehead) Pankajbhai said, “Minakshi…. I am going to

temple. Oh! Yes. Listen, around eight o'clockI will be back, keep breakfast ready, and don't forget to give me lemon pickle and papad in my tiffin. Just then Minakshiben remembered that there was no papad at home! She said, “Please listen… while returning home please bring papad, they just got over last evening.”

Pankajbhai got angry “Are you asking me to get papad? Why don't-you wake up your 'Prince' and send him. He is still in bed.” “It is all right, I'll bring it, ok! But please don't get angry. Your B.P. rises.” casually Minakshiben said, solving the issue. Since many years, every morning, going to the temple at seven o'clock is his daily routine. After reaching the temple he would do darshan, (worship) and then go outside on the small platform (otala) with some of his friends and sit and discuss the topics of the whole country, as if they were the whole world's advisory committee! At last addressing God with a big sigh, “Extreme 'kaliyug' has come. There is not a streak of mercy or religion left in this world!” As soon as Pankajbhai came home after such discussions of every day, he started, “Our Prince has not woken up yet?

From where are such lazy lumps born!” And he went straight to his son's bedroom and knocked the door loudly. Rubbing his eyes, his son Mihir opened the door, “What papa! I was having such a sound sleep!” “Is this the time to sleep?” He showed him the watch and said, “Look, it is eight-o'clock. That Rahul, son of Navneet bhai, reaches the temple everyday early in the morning and you like 'Kumbh karna' keep on sleeping.” Mihir grumbled, “What great benefit did he get after worshipping? Whole day he goes about getting irritated. Then, he calls himself a devotee after putting tilak and stuff! At that moment Minakshiben came from the kitchen, “Come on both of you, I have prepared hot poha!” On hearing this Pankaj bhai said, “Without bath not a morsel of food should be taken, that is what our religious scriptures say. Here, just on waking up, you straight have bed tea. Oh God! When will these people understand the value of our culture?” Without paying any attention to what he said, Mihir settled himself at the table. Pankajbhai started having breakfast grudging silently. After a few minutes the door bell rang. Minakshiben opened the door.“Oh! Kanchanben! Please come in and join us for breakfast.” Minakshiben welcomed her neighbor.“Oh! Good! I came at the correct time.”I have made this 'Khichu' (An Indian dish) and I thought that Mihir loves it, so I brought it. Mihir rushed to get the plate, “Wow! Kanchan aunty what a pleasant surprise.”Thank you very much. Your khichu is really awesome.”“Very good then, eat to your heart's content, It is less, please come and take some more. We'll meet afterwards

?

leisurely,” saying this, Kanchan aunty left. Mihir said “Mummy, I don't want to eat this Poha. I will eat Khichu only.” Suppressed anger of Pankajbhai burst out. “Will you leave this plate like this? Minakshi don't give him that khichu. Let him finish this breakfast first, only then he will get khichu. I don't like anybody leaving food in their plate.”Mihir got up angrily. “Papa in every matter you are nagging – I don't want to eat. I am so fed up of your nagging. To live in a hostel is far better than this. Instead of listening to your grumbling every day, there will be peace there.” Trying to turn the situation Minakshiben said, “Listen, I will eat the breakfast left in Mihir's plate so there is no wastage of food. Ok. Now! Come on Mihir please eat khichu. It is not good to get angry over breakfast. Pankajbhai bowed down his head on the photo of God as if he was banging it and left for the office. Minakshiben rushed behind him saying, “He is our child. I will explain to him; you do not get tensed up. Go to the office with a smile, a grumpy face does not look good. OK? Jay shree Krishna.” On the other hand, Mihir started thinking, “During whole day while doing household work, how much mummy is letting go! She is taking so many adjustments. Since so many years papa has been going to the temple, worshiping and doing bhakti, still he is always irritated and angry the whole day. While Mummy hardly gets time to go to the temple, her whole day passes in doing household work and taking care of all the members of the family. Even then she has no complaints for any one. Who has achieved the essence of true religion?”

Who has achieved the essence of

True Religion

Let us see what Dadashri says about this...


hat which is result oriented is called Treligion (dharma). That which does not bring forth any result is not

religion at all (adharma). What should be the result? Religion decreases one’s kashayas (inner weaknesses such as anger, greed, deceit, and pride). They become lighter, lesser and ultimately they disappear. A person’s inner energy and bliss increases once these kashays start to diminish. One becomes aware of the amazing inner strength. Aha! Where did it

come from? That resultant effect is called dharma (religion).Blind following of religious practices and rituals will not bring-forth the result. When one does not have any artadhyan (adverse internal meditation that hurts the self) or raudradhyan (adverse internal meditation that hurts others) he is said to have attained essence of religion (dharmasaar). A person can eat, drink, go out, do business or anything else, but as long as he has no resultant artadhyan or raudradhyan, it is considered to have achieved dharmasaar. Even if they have decreased to an extent, then we may accept he is on the right path or religion (dharma). However, if they have not decreased at all, and on the contrary occur more frequently, it would not be correct to say that he is in religion, regardless of faith he believes, be it Jain or Vaishnav.If you do not learn anything else in worldly life it does not matter, but learning to adjust, is a necessity. Taking adjustment with each and every person, having different types of habits or prakriti, is the highest form of religion. Therefore, our perception is to see convenience in inconvenience.No one knows really how to live a conflict-free life. They do not know the basics but are pushed into routine life. They get married, raise a family but don’t have the knack how to live happily! You should live life in such a way that it would make your family happy. Each morning you should all make a firm determination not to enter into any conflict with anyone.

Gnani’s Scientific Solutions

The incident happened during my final examinations of

Engineering. I was sitting in the classroom and answering my exam paper.

The Supervisor instructed us to tie up the supplements 10 minutes before

closing time. I overlooked this because I was totally engrossed in

attending paper. So when the time was up the supervisor collected the

papers from all the students.

When I went to him to give my papers, he did not accept because

the supplements were untied. So he angrily flung them in the classroom. I

picked up the thrown papers and humbly requested him to forgive me but

he remained adamant. He threatened me to get me suspended for this

misconduct. I pleaded: “Sir, I have not committed any breach of law. It is

simply that I forgot to tie up the supplements. I will not repeat this

mistake again.” Yet he was unmoved, and in front of all my classmates he

dragged me to the Principal's office. At this point I started earnestly

praying to the Shuddhatma (Pure Soul) within him. I prayed to him that

please let Sir soften up and be kind otherwise my career will be ruined.

Just as we reached the gate of Principal's office I once again made my last

attempt “Sir, please forgive me”. To my surprise the supervisor softened

up and accepted my papers saying, “Be careful next time” and he did let

me go.

The episode didn't end here. Little while later, sir came out into

the campus where I was having a chat with my friends. He heartily hugged

me and in front of everybody asked for forgiveness saying, “I

unnecessarily got so angry.” Then I said: “No Sir, it was my mistake. I

should have given you my papers properly.” There was a happy ending to

the whole issue. I would like to share this experience with my friends so

that they know how effective it is to worship the pure soul within a

person! It generates kindness and dismantles grudges and dislikes.

With all your heart, sincerely 'see' the Shuddhatma in the other

person and directly pray to Shuddhatma. The effect is really divine!

Experience

Brijesh Makadia

ATPL


hat which is result oriented is called Treligion (dharma). That which does not bring forth any result is not

religion at all (adharma). What should be the result? Religion decreases one’s kashayas (inner weaknesses such as anger, greed, deceit, and pride). They become lighter, lesser and ultimately they disappear. A person’s inner energy and bliss increases once these kashays start to diminish. One becomes aware of the amazing inner strength. Aha! Where did it

come from? That resultant effect is called dharma (religion).Blind following of religious practices and rituals will not bring-forth the result. When one does not have any artadhyan (adverse internal meditation that hurts the self) or raudradhyan (adverse internal meditation that hurts others) he is said to have attained essence of religion (dharmasaar). A person can eat, drink, go out, do business or anything else, but as long as he has no resultant artadhyan or raudradhyan, it is considered to have achieved dharmasaar. Even if they have decreased to an extent, then we may accept he is on the right path or religion (dharma). However, if they have not decreased at all, and on the contrary occur more frequently, it would not be correct to say that he is in religion, regardless of faith he believes, be it Jain or Vaishnav.If you do not learn anything else in worldly life it does not matter, but learning to adjust, is a necessity. Taking adjustment with each and every person, having different types of habits or prakriti, is the highest form of religion. Therefore, our perception is to see convenience in inconvenience.No one knows really how to live a conflict-free life. They do not know the basics but are pushed into routine life. They get married, raise a family but don’t have the knack how to live happily! You should live life in such a way that it would make your family happy. Each morning you should all make a firm determination not to enter into any conflict with anyone.

Gnani’s Scientific Solutions

The incident happened during my final examinations of

Engineering. I was sitting in the classroom and answering my exam paper.

The Supervisor instructed us to tie up the supplements 10 minutes before

closing time. I overlooked this because I was totally engrossed in

attending paper. So when the time was up the supervisor collected the

papers from all the students.

When I went to him to give my papers, he did not accept because

the supplements were untied. So he angrily flung them in the classroom. I

picked up the thrown papers and humbly requested him to forgive me but

he remained adamant. He threatened me to get me suspended for this

misconduct. I pleaded: “Sir, I have not committed any breach of law. It is

simply that I forgot to tie up the supplements. I will not repeat this

mistake again.” Yet he was unmoved, and in front of all my classmates he

dragged me to the Principal's office. At this point I started earnestly

praying to the Shuddhatma (Pure Soul) within him. I prayed to him that

please let Sir soften up and be kind otherwise my career will be ruined.

Just as we reached the gate of Principal's office I once again made my last

attempt “Sir, please forgive me”. To my surprise the supervisor softened

up and accepted my papers saying, “Be careful next time” and he did let

me go.

The episode didn't end here. Little while later, sir came out into

the campus where I was having a chat with my friends. He heartily hugged

me and in front of everybody asked for forgiveness saying, “I

unnecessarily got so angry.” Then I said: “No Sir, it was my mistake. I

should have given you my papers properly.” There was a happy ending to

the whole issue. I would like to share this experience with my friends so

that they know how effective it is to worship the pure soul within a

person! It generates kindness and dismantles grudges and dislikes.

With all your heart, sincerely 'see' the Shuddhatma in the other

person and directly pray to Shuddhatma. The effect is really divine!

Experience

Brijesh Makadia

ATPL

10 | December 2015

Glimpses of World Religionshristianity is the world’s largest Creligion. The central tenet of Christianity is the belief in Jesus as the

son of God and as the Messiah, the savior of humanity. Founder: Jesus ChristPlace of origin: Jerusalem, IsraelHoly scripture: Bible Place of worship: Church Major festivals: Christmas, Good Friday, Ester Sunday.Fundamental Belief: The golden rule of Christianity is to respect the people around them, to help those in need and to treat others as they themselves would want to be treated.Pilgrimages: Jerusalem, Vatican City, RomeAfterlife Belief: Existence of Heaven & Hell is their believed destinations afterlife.

udaism is one of the oldest Jmonotheistic religions and was founded over 3500 years ago in the

Middle East.Founder: Abraham Place of origin: Israel and Palestinian territoriesHoly scripture: TorahPlace of worship: Synagogue Major Festivals: Rosh Hashanah, Pesach, Yom kippur Fundamental Belief: One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself. This concept describes a “reciprocal” relationship amongst all men that defines them as equals. Pilgrimages: IsraelAfterlife belief: Souls of the righteous dead go to a place similar to the Christian heaven; wicked souls are simply destroyed at death.

oroastrianism is one of the most Zancient religions of the world. At one time it was the dominant religion of

Iran and adjoining regions. They are known today in India as Parsis.Founder: ZarathustraPlace of origin: IranHoly scripture: Zend AvestaPlace of worship: Dar-e-mehr (Fire temple/Agiyari)Major Festivals: Nauroz (Day of New Year) Fundamental Belief: Zoroastrians believe that every human has a role and responsibility in enhancing and marinating the sanctity and purity of our existence by staying away from evil.Pilgrimages: Yazd (Iran), Udwada (India)Afterlife belief: According to Zoroastrian beliefs, when a person dies, his or her spirit leaves the body and good souls are led to the paradise and evil souls are led to the world of punishment.

slam is one of the largest religions in the world, with over 1 Ibillion followers. Islam plays a very positive role in reviving common values for mankind and uniting people for justice

and equality, particularly the weaker sections.Founder: Mohammed Place of origin: ArabiaHoly scripture: QuranPlace of worship: Mosque, Masjid Major festivals: Eid Ul-fitra, Eid Ul-adha.Fundamental Belief: The Five Pillars of Islam are

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Islam

Zoroastrianism Christianity

Judaism

1. Shahada | There is only one God (Allah) and Prophet Muhammad is God's messenger. 2. Namaz | Five daily prayers at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset and evening. 3. Zakat | Payment of fixed proportions of possessions for the welfare of the neediest people. 4. Roza | Fasting during the month of Ramzan5. Hajj | Pilgrimage to Makah is an obligation once in a lifetime.Afterlife Belief: Humans must submit to the will of God to gain Paradise after death. Or else he will go to the hell.

10 | December 2015

Glimpses of World Religionshristianity is the world’s largest Creligion. The central tenet of Christianity is the belief in Jesus as the

son of God and as the Messiah, the savior of humanity. Founder: Jesus ChristPlace of origin: Jerusalem, IsraelHoly scripture: Bible Place of worship: Church Major festivals: Christmas, Good Friday, Ester Sunday.Fundamental Belief: The golden rule of Christianity is to respect the people around them, to help those in need and to treat others as they themselves would want to be treated.Pilgrimages: Jerusalem, Vatican City, RomeAfterlife Belief: Existence of Heaven & Hell is their believed destinations afterlife.

udaism is one of the oldest Jmonotheistic religions and was founded over 3500 years ago in the

Middle East.Founder: Abraham Place of origin: Israel and Palestinian territoriesHoly scripture: TorahPlace of worship: Synagogue Major Festivals: Rosh Hashanah, Pesach, Yom kippur Fundamental Belief: One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself. This concept describes a “reciprocal” relationship amongst all men that defines them as equals. Pilgrimages: IsraelAfterlife belief: Souls of the righteous dead go to a place similar to the Christian heaven; wicked souls are simply destroyed at death.

oroastrianism is one of the most Zancient religions of the world. At one time it was the dominant religion of

Iran and adjoining regions. They are known today in India as Parsis.Founder: ZarathustraPlace of origin: IranHoly scripture: Zend AvestaPlace of worship: Dar-e-mehr (Fire temple/Agiyari)Major Festivals: Nauroz (Day of New Year) Fundamental Belief: Zoroastrians believe that every human has a role and responsibility in enhancing and marinating the sanctity and purity of our existence by staying away from evil.Pilgrimages: Yazd (Iran), Udwada (India)Afterlife belief: According to Zoroastrian beliefs, when a person dies, his or her spirit leaves the body and good souls are led to the paradise and evil souls are led to the world of punishment.

slam is one of the largest religions in the world, with over 1 Ibillion followers. Islam plays a very positive role in reviving common values for mankind and uniting people for justice

and equality, particularly the weaker sections.Founder: Mohammed Place of origin: ArabiaHoly scripture: QuranPlace of worship: Mosque, Masjid Major festivals: Eid Ul-fitra, Eid Ul-adha.Fundamental Belief: The Five Pillars of Islam are

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Islam

Zoroastrianism Christianity

Judaism

1. Shahada | There is only one God (Allah) and Prophet Muhammad is God's messenger. 2. Namaz | Five daily prayers at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset and evening. 3. Zakat | Payment of fixed proportions of possessions for the welfare of the neediest people. 4. Roza | Fasting during the month of Ramzan5. Hajj | Pilgrimage to Makah is an obligation once in a lifetime.Afterlife Belief: Humans must submit to the will of God to gain Paradise after death. Or else he will go to the hell.

12 | December 2015

Glimpses ofReal Religion

If one wants to know the facts, then he will have to come in the center because only then he will know “real” religion through self-realization. Only he can know everybody’s viewpoint and therefore no conflict with

any particular religion. Neutral religion means without conflicting opinions. It does not hold on to a single set viewpoint but considers various

viewpoints. It is acceptable to all, whether he may be Parsi, Jain, Muslim, Vaishnav, etc.

A “Vitrag Purush” (without worldly attachments) is completely impartial and accepts every religion’s viewpoint.

Every circle has 360 degrees. Every religion is at a certain degree. As each one sees from his viewpoint, he considers it as true. After completing 360 degrees, I am established at the center as “Purna Purush” (self-realized). From

the center, Gnani Purush can observe the ultimate, understand it and present it. All religions are correct, but these are “relative” religions, by different

viewpoint.

360°- Pujya Dadashri

Akram Youth | 13

12 | December 2015

Glimpses ofReal Religion

If one wants to know the facts, then he will have to come in the center because only then he will know “real” religion through self-realization. Only he can know everybody’s viewpoint and therefore no conflict with

any particular religion. Neutral religion means without conflicting opinions. It does not hold on to a single set viewpoint but considers various

viewpoints. It is acceptable to all, whether he may be Parsi, Jain, Muslim, Vaishnav, etc.

A “Vitrag Purush” (without worldly attachments) is completely impartial and accepts every religion’s viewpoint.

Every circle has 360 degrees. Every religion is at a certain degree. As each one sees from his viewpoint, he considers it as true. After completing 360 degrees, I am established at the center as “Purna Purush” (self-realized). From

the center, Gnani Purush can observe the ultimate, understand it and present it. All religions are correct, but these are “relative” religions, by different

viewpoint.

360°- Pujya Dadashri

Akram Youth | 13


he word ‘sikh’ in the Punjabi language Tmeans ‘disciple’, Sikhs are the disciples of god who follow the

writings and teachings of the ten sikh Gurus.Founder: Guru Nanak dev ji. Place of origin: India (Punjab).Holy scripture: Sri Guru Granth sahibPlace of worship: Gurudwara.Major festivals: Baisakhi, Gurupurab (Birthday of Guru Nanak ji)Fundamental Belief: Sikhism does not have priests, Sikhs only have custodians of the Guru Granth sahib, and all people of all religions are welcome to the Gurudwara. A free community kitchen can be found at every Gurudwara which serves meals to all people of all faiths. Guru Nanak first started this institution which outlines the basic sikh principles of service, humility and equality.Pilgrimages: Golden temple-Amritsar (India), Nanakana sahib (Pakistan)Afterlife belief: Sikhs believe that good or bad actions, in this life, determine the life form into which a soul takes rebirth.

ainism is an Indian religion that Jemphasizes complete non-violence and asceticism. The faith is named for the

Jinas (spiritual conquerors who have achieved liberation and absolutism). Included among these are the 24 spiritual leaders called tirthankaras.Place of Origin: InidaDeity: 24 Tirthankar, (spiritual conquerors)Holy scriptures: Jain Aagams Place of worship: Jain temple (Derasar)Major festivals: Paryushan mahaparva, Diwali, Mahavir jayantiFundamental Belief: Jains believe the goal of life is to reach liberaton by a life of purification, discipline, and non-violence as taught by the tirthankaras. Jainism doctrines emphasize a peaceful and disciplined life. These principles include non-violence, in all parts of life (verbal, physical and mental).Pilgrimages: Samet Sikhar, Shetrunjay Mahatirth, Pavapuri (India)Afterlife Belief: Unless the soul gets rid of its karmas, it will never be free. When a living being dies it can be reborn into one of four destinies according to his karmas. These four destinies or Gatis are as follows:(1) Human beings. (2) Heavenly beings. (3) Tiryancha (animal) beings. (4) Infernal beings.

uddh, the word comes from 'buddhi', B'to awaken'. It has its origins about 2,500 years ago when Siddharth

Gautam, known as the Buddha, was himself awakened (enlightened) at the age of 35.Founder: Gautam BuddhaPlace of Origin: IndiaHoly scripture: Tripitaka Place of worship: Pegoda temple Major festivals: Wesak (Buddha's Birthday), Buddhist’s new yearFundamental Belief: Compassion is a core value in Buddhism. Followers of this religion believe in the interconnectedness of all things and the universality of suffering. Such interconnectedness makes compassion empathetic in nature.Pilgrimages: Lumbini (Nepal). Bodh gaya, Sarnath and Kusinara (India)Afterlife Belief: In Buddhism, death is not the end of life, but rather the door you must pass through to enter your next reincarnation.

induism, one of the world’s Holdest religions, is the major religion of India. Hinduism is a

collection of religious beliefs that developed over thousands of years.Founder: No founderPlace of origin: IndiaDeity: 3 main among others (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva)Holy scriptures: Vedas, Upanishadas, Puranas, Bhagwat gita.Place of Worship: TempleMajor Festivals: Diwali, Shivratri, Janmashtami, Ganesh chaturthi.Fundamental Belief: Hindu religion recognizes that everyone is different and has a unique intellectual and spiritual outlook. Therefore, it allows people to develop and grow at their own pace by making different spiritual paths available to them. On the abstract level the GOD is satchitanand, Truth, consciousness and bliss. He exists in the individual being as aatma.Afterlife Belief: Hinduism believes in the rebirth and reincarnation of souls. The souls are immortal and imperishable. Unless a soul is liberated, neither life nor after life are permanent.

Glimpses of W orld ReligionsSikhism

Jainism

Buddhism

Hinduism


he word ‘sikh’ in the Punjabi language Tmeans ‘disciple’, Sikhs are the disciples of god who follow the

writings and teachings of the ten sikh Gurus.Founder: Guru Nanak dev ji. Place of origin: India (Punjab).Holy scripture: Sri Guru Granth sahibPlace of worship: Gurudwara.Major festivals: Baisakhi, Gurupurab (Birthday of Guru Nanak ji)Fundamental Belief: Sikhism does not have priests, Sikhs only have custodians of the Guru Granth sahib, and all people of all religions are welcome to the Gurudwara. A free community kitchen can be found at every Gurudwara which serves meals to all people of all faiths. Guru Nanak first started this institution which outlines the basic sikh principles of service, humility and equality.Pilgrimages: Golden temple-Amritsar (India), Nanakana sahib (Pakistan)Afterlife belief: Sikhs believe that good or bad actions, in this life, determine the life form into which a soul takes rebirth.

ainism is an Indian religion that Jemphasizes complete non-violence and asceticism. The faith is named for the

Jinas (spiritual conquerors who have achieved liberation and absolutism). Included among these are the 24 spiritual leaders called tirthankaras.Place of Origin: InidaDeity: 24 Tirthankar, (spiritual conquerors)Holy scriptures: Jain Aagams Place of worship: Jain temple (Derasar)Major festivals: Paryushan mahaparva, Diwali, Mahavir jayantiFundamental Belief: Jains believe the goal of life is to reach liberaton by a life of purification, discipline, and non-violence as taught by the tirthankaras. Jainism doctrines emphasize a peaceful and disciplined life. These principles include non-violence, in all parts of life (verbal, physical and mental).Pilgrimages: Samet Sikhar, Shetrunjay Mahatirth, Pavapuri (India)Afterlife Belief: Unless the soul gets rid of its karmas, it will never be free. When a living being dies it can be reborn into one of four destinies according to his karmas. These four destinies or Gatis are as follows:(1) Human beings. (2) Heavenly beings. (3) Tiryancha (animal) beings. (4) Infernal beings.

uddh, the word comes from 'buddhi', B'to awaken'. It has its origins about 2,500 years ago when Siddharth

Gautam, known as the Buddha, was himself awakened (enlightened) at the age of 35.Founder: Gautam BuddhaPlace of Origin: IndiaHoly scripture: Tripitaka Place of worship: Pegoda temple Major festivals: Wesak (Buddha's Birthday), Buddhist’s new yearFundamental Belief: Compassion is a core value in Buddhism. Followers of this religion believe in the interconnectedness of all things and the universality of suffering. Such interconnectedness makes compassion empathetic in nature.Pilgrimages: Lumbini (Nepal). Bodh gaya, Sarnath and Kusinara (India)Afterlife Belief: In Buddhism, death is not the end of life, but rather the door you must pass through to enter your next reincarnation.

induism, one of the world’s Holdest religions, is the major religion of India. Hinduism is a

collection of religious beliefs that developed over thousands of years.Founder: No founderPlace of origin: IndiaDeity: 3 main among others (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva)Holy scriptures: Vedas, Upanishadas, Puranas, Bhagwat gita.Place of Worship: TempleMajor Festivals: Diwali, Shivratri, Janmashtami, Ganesh chaturthi.Fundamental Belief: Hindu religion recognizes that everyone is different and has a unique intellectual and spiritual outlook. Therefore, it allows people to develop and grow at their own pace by making different spiritual paths available to them. On the abstract level the GOD is satchitanand, Truth, consciousness and bliss. He exists in the individual being as aatma.Afterlife Belief: Hinduism believes in the rebirth and reincarnation of souls. The souls are immortal and imperishable. Unless a soul is liberated, neither life nor after life are permanent.

Glimpses of W orld ReligionsSikhism

Jainism

Buddhism

Hinduism


Once it happened that there was a terrace party going on in a big high rise building (50 storeys high). Residents of the building were enjoying annual get together amidst music and food fiesta. All of a sudden there was a sharp yell, a young man rushed to a person dancing madly and said... “Dr. Paresh, your daughter ran away with his college boy friend!!” There was a moment of sudden silence. On hearing this, the person, was so much grief stricken that he saw no point in living anymore. He rushed to the corner of the terrace and jumped from the roof to end his life. While going down, as he reached floor 40, he suddenly realized he had no daughter. As he reached floor 30, he realized he was not even married. As he reached floor 20, he realized that he was not even a doctor.

Spiritual Humour

As he reached floor 10, he realized that his name was not Paresh... He was someone else... Finally he did hit upon the ground floor beneath and his head was severely injured causing an abrupt end to his life. This joke was shared by Pujyashree few months back in a Satsang. Well, this is a wonderful lesson for everyone. This is something which happens to us every day, every moment. All the time we ‘respond’ to situations believing it is happening with us. Whereas the fact is that it has nothing to do with us. That I am Mr. X or Y, that I am a Doctor or an Engineer, that I am Jain or Christian, that I am Indian or European etc. all are our beliefs. These are beliefs just for execution of our worldly desires and duties. From within we are ‘pure soul’ Unembodied-(Amurt swarup). All these outer layers in form of our beliefs need to be pierced so that we realize real self free from the encumbrances of relative self.

Dr. Paresh, your daughter ran away with his college boy friend

I have no daughter...

I am not married...

I am not a doctor...

I am not Paresh.


Once it happened that there was a terrace party going on in a big high rise building (50 storeys high). Residents of the building were enjoying annual get together amidst music and food fiesta. All of a sudden there was a sharp yell, a young man rushed to a person dancing madly and said... “Dr. Paresh, your daughter ran away with his college boy friend!!” There was a moment of sudden silence. On hearing this, the person, was so much grief stricken that he saw no point in living anymore. He rushed to the corner of the terrace and jumped from the roof to end his life. While going down, as he reached floor 40, he suddenly realized he had no daughter. As he reached floor 30, he realized he was not even married. As he reached floor 20, he realized that he was not even a doctor.

Spiritual Humour

As he reached floor 10, he realized that his name was not Paresh... He was someone else... Finally he did hit upon the ground floor beneath and his head was severely injured causing an abrupt end to his life. This joke was shared by Pujyashree few months back in a Satsang. Well, this is a wonderful lesson for everyone. This is something which happens to us every day, every moment. All the time we ‘respond’ to situations believing it is happening with us. Whereas the fact is that it has nothing to do with us. That I am Mr. X or Y, that I am a Doctor or an Engineer, that I am Jain or Christian, that I am Indian or European etc. all are our beliefs. These are beliefs just for execution of our worldly desires and duties. From within we are ‘pure soul’ Unembodied-(Amurt swarup). All these outer layers in form of our beliefs need to be pierced so that we realize real self free from the encumbrances of relative self.

Dr. Paresh, your daughter ran away with his college boy friend

I have no daughter...

I am not married...

I am not a doctor...

I am not Paresh.


Shukla-dhyanThis is the top quality state of being one can long for. Self realization or the direct experience of the soul, the divine or the Supreme are all referred to one being in a state of shukla-dhyan. This can further be catagorized with reference to milestones achieved on this journey. In the first stage there is a vague and indistinct experience about soul and its existence (samyak-darshan). In the second stage there is a constant, clear and distinct experience of the soul (atma-gnan). In the 3rd stage one is fully aware of all cosmic activities and science relating governing its' existence (Keval-gnan)- the stage of the fully enlightened being. The fourth and final stage is merging into the existence or the Absolute.(Nirvana into Sidh-kshtra free from interference with other eternal elements.) Just to illustrate, suppose one is in a dark room and cannot see anything, but can feel coolness because of an Ice block kept in a corner. This is first stage of shulka dhyan- indistinct experience. Then with light approaching, he sees the ice block clearly – 2nd stage or direct experience. In the 3rd phase he touches it and feels it from every nook and corner resulting in knowing it completely. In the 4th & final phase there is no duality anymore. The light vanishing unto light. The net consequence of Shukla-dhyan is liberation, Samadhi avastha, moksha.

'Dhyan' is the resultant output, the net result of one's being in his

original dharma or virtue. This state varies according to the

evolution and understanding of intrinsic properties possessed by living beings. As a human being

we are exposed to 4 types 'dhyan' that determines our state of being

at a particular point in time and road map for our future births.

They are:

When a person is constantly in distress and sufferings through

fear, worries or anxieties is believed to be in a state of

Artadhyan. This person is not hurting any other living being in

particular but he himself is in distress. Parents worrying about the marriage of their daughters, wishing departure of unwanted

guests, feeling internally agitated in any event are few examples of

the people living in artadhyan. Wishing good gatherings to last

longer is also a subtle form of artadhyan. The net consequence of artadhyan is next life in animal

kingdom.

Raudra-dhyanGetting angry, cursing, quarrelling, cheating causing loss to people are referred to be state of raudra-dhyan. For example a cloth merchant hyper stretches a fabric while measuring when selling it to a customer resulting him in gaining illegitimate profits is considered to be raudra-dhyan. Adulteration of foods or weighing it less, wishing bad for someone in jealousy, arrogant dealings with under-hands , act of violence, abusing are all situations where one is found in a state of raudra-dhyan. To sum up any act or deed through mind, speech or body that directly or indirectly meant to hurt anyone can be called raudra-dhyan. The net consequence of raudra-dhyan is next life in hell.

Dharma-dhyanThis state is absence of worries and all internal conflicts. Such a person is fearless, non-violent, acts with patience, peace loving, wishing well being of others, lives without grudges or complains and do not land in conflicts. Percentage wise very few people can fall under this bracket in this kaliyug (dark age). The net consequence of dharma -dhyan is to be born as a celestial being. But if there is dharma dhyan coupled with artadhyan, then one may be born as a human.

DhyanA Result

Artadhyan


Shukla-dhyanThis is the top quality state of being one can long for. Self realization or the direct experience of the soul, the divine or the Supreme are all referred to one being in a state of shukla-dhyan. This can further be catagorized with reference to milestones achieved on this journey. In the first stage there is a vague and indistinct experience about soul and its existence (samyak-darshan). In the second stage there is a constant, clear and distinct experience of the soul (atma-gnan). In the 3rd stage one is fully aware of all cosmic activities and science relating governing its' existence (Keval-gnan)- the stage of the fully enlightened being. The fourth and final stage is merging into the existence or the Absolute.(Nirvana into Sidh-kshtra free from interference with other eternal elements.) Just to illustrate, suppose one is in a dark room and cannot see anything, but can feel coolness because of an Ice block kept in a corner. This is first stage of shulka dhyan- indistinct experience. Then with light approaching, he sees the ice block clearly – 2nd stage or direct experience. In the 3rd phase he touches it and feels it from every nook and corner resulting in knowing it completely. In the 4th & final phase there is no duality anymore. The light vanishing unto light. The net consequence of Shukla-dhyan is liberation, Samadhi avastha, moksha.

'Dhyan' is the resultant output, the net result of one's being in his

original dharma or virtue. This state varies according to the

evolution and understanding of intrinsic properties possessed by living beings. As a human being

we are exposed to 4 types 'dhyan' that determines our state of being

at a particular point in time and road map for our future births.

They are:

When a person is constantly in distress and sufferings through

fear, worries or anxieties is believed to be in a state of

Artadhyan. This person is not hurting any other living being in

particular but he himself is in distress. Parents worrying about the marriage of their daughters, wishing departure of unwanted

guests, feeling internally agitated in any event are few examples of

the people living in artadhyan. Wishing good gatherings to last

longer is also a subtle form of artadhyan. The net consequence of artadhyan is next life in animal

kingdom.

Raudra-dhyanGetting angry, cursing, quarrelling, cheating causing loss to people are referred to be state of raudra-dhyan. For example a cloth merchant hyper stretches a fabric while measuring when selling it to a customer resulting him in gaining illegitimate profits is considered to be raudra-dhyan. Adulteration of foods or weighing it less, wishing bad for someone in jealousy, arrogant dealings with under-hands , act of violence, abusing are all situations where one is found in a state of raudra-dhyan. To sum up any act or deed through mind, speech or body that directly or indirectly meant to hurt anyone can be called raudra-dhyan. The net consequence of raudra-dhyan is next life in hell.

Dharma-dhyanThis state is absence of worries and all internal conflicts. Such a person is fearless, non-violent, acts with patience, peace loving, wishing well being of others, lives without grudges or complains and do not land in conflicts. Percentage wise very few people can fall under this bracket in this kaliyug (dark age). The net consequence of dharma -dhyan is to be born as a celestial being. But if there is dharma dhyan coupled with artadhyan, then one may be born as a human.

DhyanA Result

Artadhyan


Shri Sai Satcharitra

4

Match them...

Yoga Vashistha

2

Zend

Avesta

1

Vachnamrut

3

Dada Bhagwan

ALord Krishna

B

Sahajanand SwamiC Shrimad Rajchandra

DGautam Buddha

ISant Kabir

J

Sai Baba

KVashishtha Muni

L

Mohammad Paigambar

G

Zarathusta

H

Jesus ChristE

Guru Nanak

F

7

5

6

8

9

10

11

Quran

Guru

Granth

Sahib

Dhammapada

Bijak

Holy

Bible

Atma

siddhi

Shastra

Bhagvad Gita

12

Aptvani

a “Bhagwan ane Sant, jeevan kalyanne arthe potani samarthi dhankine varte che. Buddhimaan to te che je potani truti shodhi kadhe.”

b“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.”

c “Sabka Malik Ek !”

“He Ram, tame Dashrath na putra nathi, Ayodhya na Raja nathi, tame Seetana pati nathi, tame to Brahma cho, tame j Parbrahma cho.”

i

“Know Thy Self !”f

“Hu koi gachhamat ma nathi, hu atma ma chhu,jene aatma janyo tene sarva janyu.”

j

“Become who you are!”l

Write answers here...

A – ___ – ___

B – ___ – ___

C – ___ – ___

D – ___ – ___

E – ___ – ___

F – ___ – ___

G – ___ – ___

H – ___ – ___

I – ___ – ___

J – ___ – ___

K – ___ – ___

L – ___ – ___

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d “Nainam chhindanti shastrani, nainam dahti pawakah.Na chainam kledayantyapo, na shoshayati marutah.”

e “Mane aatma sivay koi vastu priya nathi... akhi duniyanu motama motu ashcharya aatma che.”

g “I bow at His Feet constantly, and pray to Him, the Guru, the True Guru, has shown me the Way.”

“Guru Gobind dou khade, kaake lagoon paay;Balihari Guru aapne, Gobind diyo batay.”

h

k “Allah ek hai, aur apne aap me purna hai, n kisi me se vah paida hua aur n kisi ko paida kiya hai”

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Shri Sai Satcharitra

4

Match them...

Yoga Vashistha

2

Zend

Avesta

1

Vachnamrut

3

Dada Bhagwan

ALord Krishna

B

Sahajanand SwamiC Shrimad Rajchandra

DGautam Buddha

ISant Kabir

J

Sai Baba

KVashishtha Muni

L

Mohammad Paigambar

G

Zarathusta

H

Jesus ChristE

Guru Nanak

F

7

5

6

8

9

10

11

Quran

Guru

Granth

Sahib

Dhammapada

Bijak

Holy

Bible

Atma

siddhi

Shastra

Bhagvad Gita

12

Aptvani

a “Bhagwan ane Sant, jeevan kalyanne arthe potani samarthi dhankine varte che. Buddhimaan to te che je potani truti shodhi kadhe.”

b“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.”

c “Sabka Malik Ek !”

“He Ram, tame Dashrath na putra nathi, Ayodhya na Raja nathi, tame Seetana pati nathi, tame to Brahma cho, tame j Parbrahma cho.”

i

“Know Thy Self !”f

“Hu koi gachhamat ma nathi, hu atma ma chhu,jene aatma janyo tene sarva janyu.”

j

“Become who you are!”l

Write answers here...

A – ___ – ___

B – ___ – ___

C – ___ – ___

D – ___ – ___

E – ___ – ___

F – ___ – ___

G – ___ – ___

H – ___ – ___

I – ___ – ___

J – ___ – ___

K – ___ – ___

L – ___ – ___

12 e

d “Nainam chhindanti shastrani, nainam dahti pawakah.Na chainam kledayantyapo, na shoshayati marutah.”

e “Mane aatma sivay koi vastu priya nathi... akhi duniyanu motama motu ashcharya aatma che.”

g “I bow at His Feet constantly, and pray to Him, the Guru, the True Guru, has shown me the Way.”

“Guru Gobind dou khade, kaake lagoon paay;Balihari Guru aapne, Gobind diyo batay.”

h

k “Allah ek hai, aur apne aap me purna hai, n kisi me se vah paida hua aur n kisi ko paida kiya hai”

For answers,

Visit: http://goo.gl/7kfPbq




The event “Anand Nagari” was organized as a part of 108th birth anniversary celebrations of Dada Bhagwan at Pune. In its simplest form, “Anand Nagari” denotes “City of Joy”. It's a place where people are full of bliss and free of worries. The event disseminated secrets of happy and joyful living. This event included theme parks for kids, youth and adults like us. Each one was uniquely designed to serve as solution to problems faced in day to day life. It was done through theme based exhibitions, play zones, puppet shows, animation films and many other interactive activities.

We always think that we can not apply spirituality in daily life but here, it is really very logical and scientific plus applicable in your day to day life.

- Aalok Chaudhari

It is a very good experience to visit this place. It is a very open perspective for so many things. It is very practical. I am glad that I have been able to come here.

- Aleena Afzal

From the show “Visit to Merrland”, I understood that by giving happiness, we get happiness.

- Yash Mhaske, Student

What we do for others, we get same in return. We should help our friends in every need. We should adjust with everybody at all cost.

- Ambar Kedari, Student

“Jadui Chashma” really had an impact on me. Whatever our parents, teachers and any elders advise us are good for us. And this will help us in our future to develop.

– Sahaj Palekar

It is a really progressive event which is organized first time in Pune and everyone will definitely learn a lot from this.

– Harish Devalekar

As a teacher, I would like to say that as students watch it practically and experience it as a fun fair, “Anand Nagri” is definitely going to register in their mind for many days. We hope, you organize it many more times.

– Padmini Bhandari

We have never seen such a setup in Pune before. Kids have had wonderful exposure to moral science.

- Binita Roy

The whole thing is made very well. The smiles and the devotion of all volunteers are really appreciable. Would really like to know, how are you volunteers so happy and smiling always…

- Neena Deshpandey

While dealing with children, firstly we have to achieve control over our own anger, only after that, I can put any good example before them. That is the message I have received from aagbaula show.

- Sarvesh Bakshi

What I can apply from “Change Belief Get Relief” is that you have to be in his shoes, understand his belief system and adjust your belief system accordingly, and then you will be able to sort out the whole problem.

- Ravi Poddar

When we went for the parenting session we really start feeling that, do I really have the certificate to be good mother? Or am I still a learning mother?

- Kamini Bhosle

In the dome of Jaadui chasma I learned that we should understand the perspectives of others nicely.

- Sia kambli, student

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Visitors...School Children: 12000+Schools: 32+Mahatmas in Gyanvidhi: 2600+Visitors @ various Shows: 30000+


The event “Anand Nagari” was organized as a part of 108th birth anniversary celebrations of Dada Bhagwan at Pune. In its simplest form, “Anand Nagari” denotes “City of Joy”. It's a place where people are full of bliss and free of worries. The event disseminated secrets of happy and joyful living. This event included theme parks for kids, youth and adults like us. Each one was uniquely designed to serve as solution to problems faced in day to day life. It was done through theme based exhibitions, play zones, puppet shows, animation films and many other interactive activities.

We always think that we can not apply spirituality in daily life but here, it is really very logical and scientific plus applicable in your day to day life.

- Aalok Chaudhari

It is a very good experience to visit this place. It is a very open perspective for so many things. It is very practical. I am glad that I have been able to come here.

- Aleena Afzal

From the show “Visit to Merrland”, I understood that by giving happiness, we get happiness.

- Yash Mhaske, Student

What we do for others, we get same in return. We should help our friends in every need. We should adjust with everybody at all cost.

- Ambar Kedari, Student

“Jadui Chashma” really had an impact on me. Whatever our parents, teachers and any elders advise us are good for us. And this will help us in our future to develop.

– Sahaj Palekar

It is a really progressive event which is organized first time in Pune and everyone will definitely learn a lot from this.

– Harish Devalekar

As a teacher, I would like to say that as students watch it practically and experience it as a fun fair, “Anand Nagri” is definitely going to register in their mind for many days. We hope, you organize it many more times.

– Padmini Bhandari

We have never seen such a setup in Pune before. Kids have had wonderful exposure to moral science.

- Binita Roy

The whole thing is made very well. The smiles and the devotion of all volunteers are really appreciable. Would really like to know, how are you volunteers so happy and smiling always…

- Neena Deshpandey

While dealing with children, firstly we have to achieve control over our own anger, only after that, I can put any good example before them. That is the message I have received from aagbaula show.

- Sarvesh Bakshi

What I can apply from “Change Belief Get Relief” is that you have to be in his shoes, understand his belief system and adjust your belief system accordingly, and then you will be able to sort out the whole problem.

- Ravi Poddar

When we went for the parenting session we really start feeling that, do I really have the certificate to be good mother? Or am I still a learning mother?

- Kamini Bhosle

In the dome of Jaadui chasma I learned that we should understand the perspectives of others nicely.

- Sia kambli, student

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