We all wish to see and experience Bhagawan at all times. But what must we do to be blessed with that experience? Bhagawan lovingly reminds us through a beautiful dialogue between Prahlada and Hiranyakashipu.
Prahlada told Hiranyakashipu that God is present everywhere, as scientists talk about the atom.
“Do not fall into doubt that He is here but not there. Wherever you look, you will find Him,” he said.
Hiranyakashipu said, “Really? Is God present everywhere? Fine, show Him to me.” Prahlada replied, “Father! Steeped in slavery to the senses and in body-consciousness, you want to see God. It is impossible. You struggle hard to earn fame and worldly security but you do not yearn for God. God grants whatever you want. You desire that your power and fame increase. You live under the dominance of ego and attachment. As long as the feelings of ‘I’ and ‘Mine’ prevail, it is impossible for you to grasp the Atma principle.”
Even today, men search for God while identifying with the body and reinforcing their feelings of “I” and “Mine”. They will not find God, no matter how long they try. The principle of the non-dual Atma must first be understood. You must offer yourself to God! What does that mean? All actions must be performed with divine feelings.
– Ch 8, Summer Showers 1995.
No doubt the body is necessary for certain purposes. But it should be regarded as an instrument and all actions should be performed as offerings to the Divine. – BABA
