"Bhakti is the path to salvation. Souls achieve salvation thr…" — Swami Sivananda

Bhakti is the path to salvation. Souls achieve salvation through God's grace.

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All About Hinduism by Swami Sivananda is a comprehensive and authoritative introduction to the world's oldest living religion, covering its history, philosophy, scriptures, rituals, ethics, and spiritual practices. Written with Sivananda's characteristic clarity and breadth, it dispels misconceptions and presents Hinduism as a universal, all-embracing spiritual tradition. This book is an excellent resource for both students of religion and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Hindu way of life.

Author: Swami Sivananda
Tradition: Hindu
Source text: All About Hinduism
Chapter: All About Hinduism, p.151
Verse / page: 151
Topics: Attainment Devotee Devotion Grace Soul Blessings Divine Grace God Heart Path Salvation Mercy

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One attains Perfect Knowledge when one sees God in man.

We can attain peace of mind only by following what Gurbani teaches.

He will fulfill the desires of those who fear Him, and will hear their cries, and will save them.

God told Prophet David, 'The servant dearest to Me is one who doesn't seek Me out of fear or hope for reward, but to fulfill their duty to My divinity.'

Guru Nanak Dev says that these practices are useless, as they only help cleanse the mind, and unless His grace is upon you, you cannot reach Him.