In a captivating Satsang by Hazir Swaroop Sai Sadhram Saheb, saijan clearly explained the significance of our thoughts and their influence on our actions. Sai Sadhram Saheb emphasized that maintaining purity and positivity in our thoughts during any endeavor invariably leads to positive outcomes in our work.
Upon receiving the prasad from Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb, the devotee returned to his city and presented the prasad to the man he had previously mentioned to Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb. He informed the man that he had spoken in high regard about him to Sai Satramdas Sahib.
Unexpectedly, the voice of his inner conscience prompted the realization that he felt unworthy of the praise bestowed upon him by the devotee of Shahanshah Satguru.
The man felt a deep sense of shame regarding his malicious intentions towards the devotee and experienced profound remorse. He also reflected on the fact that despite being aware of his negative qualities, the all-knowing Satguru sent Prasad for him through his devotee.
Now aware of his own malicious intentions that prompted him to assist the devotee of Shahanshah Satguru, the man realized his inner conscience was not clear. He felt a sense of guilt, recognizing that he was deceiving the devotee who had brought Prasad for him.
The man approached the devotee, confessing his previously malicious intentions, revealing that his kindness was a guise to trap him and deceitfully seize his property. However, after consuming the Prasad sent by Shahanshah Satguru, his malicious thoughts had transformed, and he now sought repentance for his wrongdoings. Shocked by this revelation, the devotee was taken aback. The man earnestly requested the devotee to accompany him to Sai Satramdas Sahib, where he openly confessed his malign intentions towards the devotee.
He candidly admitted to Sai Satramdas Sahib that his motives were never pure while assisting Saijan’s follower. His true intention was to deceive and fraudulently seize the devotee’s property, tarnishing his reputation in society. He further confessed to harboring envy towards the devotee. However, after partaking in the Prasad sent by Shahanshah Sai Satramdas Saheb, his inner conscience prompted him to acknowledge his mistakes. Now, he earnestly sought forgiveness from Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb, expressing a desire for a clear and pure mind. He humbly requested Sai Satramdas Saheb’s blessings so that he would refrain from wrongdoing and harm to anyone in his life.
Blessed by Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb, the man underwent a profound transformation, emerging as a better person in every aspect of his life.
Hazir Swaroop Sai Sadhram emphasized the significance of chanting the sacred name of our Satguru or Parmatma while consuming food or water. He pointed out that doing so transforms our meals and drinks into a form of prasad, purifying our mind and thoughts. This practice instills a sense of piety, preventing malicious thoughts such as cheating or causing trouble to others. As a result, our minds are guided by wisdom, enabling us to use our intellect wisely.
The influence of our thoughts extends to our actions and overall life. When we consume food and water, turning them into prasad by chanting the sacred name of our Satguru or Parmatma, it imparts purity. Similarly, when we incorporate the pious name of our Satguru while taking a bath, it transforms the experience into a sanctified and holy ritual.
Hazir Swaroop Sai Sadhram Saheb recounted another incident from the life of Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb.
He shared that there was a time when a man approached Sai Satramdas Saheb seeking blessings for his family. The man explained to Sai Satramdas Sahib that the atmosphere in his home was consistently tense. Family members were frequently engaged in arguments, using inappropriate language, and harboring discord among themselves. Consequently, there was a lack of peace in the household, and the overall ambiance was stifling.
Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Saheb recommended the man introduce a spiritual routine in his home. He specifically proposed that, during kitchen activities like preparing food, they should engage in chanting the sacred name of God or Satguru. Another suggestion was to foster a more harmonious atmosphere by singing devotional bhajans while cooking.
The sacred ambiance created by chanting the Name of Satguru and singing bhajans would, in turn, elevate the prepared food into divine prasad..
Sai Satramdas Saheb expressed that consuming food imbued with prasad-like qualities would have a positive impact on the minds of all family members. Following the guidance provided by Sai Satramdas Saheb, the family adopted the practice of chanting the sacred name of God or Satguru and singing devotional bhajans while preparing meals. As a result, the persistent anguish and distress within the family gradually dissipated. The household underwent a transformation, turning into a harmonious and joyful environment where all members began to live happily with each other.
The man revisited Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Sahib to convey the positive transformation that had taken place in their home..
Shahanshah Satguru Sai Satramdas Sahib clarified that the potency of the sacred Name, meditation, and concentrating on his name and remembrance while preparing food elevates the food to the status of Mahaprasad. Consuming this Mahaprasad purifies the minds of the household members, and all their transgressions undergo a transformation into virtuous deeds.
Shahanshah Sai emphasized the importance of remembering that if a family member is astray, involved in wrongdoing, and possesses a negative mindset, one should invoke the presence of the Satguru. While preparing food for that individual, chanting the Satguru’s sacred name is advised. It is observed that soon after consuming such prasad-like food, the mindset and attitude of that person undergo a positive transformation.
