Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 3, March 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. On the auspicious occasion of Sri Rama Navami, the Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) is pleased to offer the March 2023 issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude. This issue features a Rama Navami discourse by Swami in 1996 where He urges us to live like Lord Rama and transform ourselves by following the path of love and dharma. It also contains a letter written by Bhagawan exhorting us to crush our egos to realize the divine within. The editorial expounds on the message and ideals of Lord Rama as narrated by Sai Rama. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Baba, articles on services rendered by SSSIO members worldwide, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education. The pictorial on the history of the SSSIO outlines the growth of the SSSIO of Germany since the 1970s.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 12, December 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. With love, reverence, and gratitude, the Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the December 2023 issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion commemorating the sacred and joyous occasion of Christmas 2023 at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. PLEASE DOWNLOAD the December 2023 issue. PLEASE VISIT THE WEBPAGE to access past issues (available in several languages). PLEASE SUBMIT articles and pictures for consideration for publication in future issues. This issue features: A divine discourse by Swami on December 25, 1978, about Lord Jesus Christ and His mission An inspiring letter written by Bhagawan in September 1971 on how to enter the Abode of Bliss and enjoy peace forever An editorial highlighting how we can follow in the footsteps of Lord Jesus by studying the inspiring examples of saints of Christianity who lived in divine love The publication also contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Swami, articles on service activities of the SSSIO in Greece, Italy, Thailand, and Uganda, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education. The SSSIO History section features a pictorial of New Zealand's journey in Sai's path beginning in 1980 and how their love for Sai blossomed over decades in the island nation.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 10, October 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the October 2023 issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude. This issue contains the first divine discourse given by Swami on October 17, 1953, about His divine mission for the redemption of humanity. He explains the true purpose of human life and how we can reach the ultimate goal by worshipping the Guru in our minds. He exhorts us to realize our true nature, which leads to permanent, supreme bliss – Brahman Itself. The editorial, Silence – The Path & The Goal, explains the importance and benefits of silence in spiritual practice, as taught by Swami and other great masters. Such understanding and practice will give us joy and take us to the ultimate goal of Self-Realization. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with our beloved Baba. It also features articles on the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, Sathya Sai Education, and loving services rendered by the SSSIO worldwide. A pictorial history of the growth of the SSSIO in Greece shows how Swami’s love, message, and works have spread over the decades. To underscore the importance of the environment, this issue features an article on massive tree planting in Africa as part of the SAI-100 initiative, illustrated with beautiful pictures.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 2, February 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, the Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) is pleased to offer the February 2023 issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude. This issue features a Maha Shivaratri discourse by Swami in 2002, encouraging us to see God in everyone and everywhere. It also contains a letter written by Bhagawan to Mr. Rajagopal, explaining that goodness is the way to true happiness. The editorial describes the inner significance of Maha Shivaratri based on the teachings of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Swami, articles on services rendered by SSSIO members worldwide, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education. We invite you to read and share this free publication with everyone.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 11, November 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the November 2023 Special Birthday issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude. This issue contains a divine discourse given by Swami on November 23, 1996, urging us to fill our hearts with love and be happy. He explains how love can overcome all obstacles and lead one Godward. Swami emphasizes that God can be won only through divine love and not through anything else. The editorial, Loving Service–The Way to Self-Realization, explains why service is the easiest and most effective means of expressing love, leading to Self-Realization, the ultimate goal of human life. Through examples and anecdotes, the editorial expounds on the various aspects of service, its practice in daily life, obstacles to service, and the benefits of service. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Bhagawan. It also features articles on the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, Sathya Sai Education, and an illuminating letter written by Swami. An in-depth article describes the widely-acclaimed recent International Conference held in Sri Lanka. A heartwarming overview is presented on the medical camp held in Fiji, serving over 2,500 needy residents.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 3, Issue 3, March 2024)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. With love, reverence, and gratitude, Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the March 2024 Maha Shivaratri issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, who is Shiva Himself. This issue features: A divine discourse given on February 7, 1959, on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, in which Swami elaborates on the close affinity between the moon and the mind and the spiritual significance of this sacred night. An inspiring letter written by Bhagawan on November 12, 1971 to Dr. John Hislop on the importance of controlling the mind for Self-realization. An editorial on Swami’s invaluable teachings about Maha Shivaratri and Lingodbhavam (emergence of Linga from the mouth), and personal interactions of the editor with Swami, His blessings, and His gifts. Two unique personal experiences of devotees with one reminiscing about Swami’s omniscience and the other recollecting her golden days with Bhagawan in the 1970s. A heartwarming article about Swami’s landmark trip to the famous Somnath Temple in India and the miracles witnessed by the blessed devotees. The publication also contains articles on service activities of the SSSIO in El Salvador, Indonesia, Thailand, and the USA, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 8, August 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the August 2023 issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of our Guru Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude. This issue features a divine discourse by Swami given on November 20, 1990, where He explains the characteristics of a devotee who is dear to the Lord. Swami explains the ancient and immortal message of the Bhagavad Gita in practical terms for the purification of our hearts and spiritual progress. He urges us to recognize our innate divinity, live in unity, keep away from narrow-mindedness, and serve all creation selflessly. The editorial, Bhakti – The Path of Devotion For Self-Realization, delves into the qualities of a true devotee given by Lord (Sai) Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 12, Slokas 13–20. It expounds on the nature of devotion and explains in detail each quality that we can adopt and practice on the path of devotion to Self-Realization. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Sri Sathya Sai Baba and articles on the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, Sathya Sai Education, and a major medical camp held in Africa. A brief overview of the growth of the Sathya Sai School in Thailand shows how Sathya Sai Education has illumined the lives of children over decades.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 4, April 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the April 2023 issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude on the occasion of Aradhana Mahotsavam. This issue features a divine discourse delivered by Swami in June 1996 on the consequences of action and results and how to realize our true nature. It also contains a beautiful letter from Bhagawan describing how He always resides in our hearts. The editorial expounds on the different types of worship (Aradhana) that can be pursued by all devotees, as taught by Swami. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Baba, articles on services rendered by SSSIO members worldwide, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education. The pictorial on the history of the Sathya Sai School of Kisaju in Kenya is a shining example of the work being done in the field of Sathya Sai Education around the world.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 2, Issue 5, May 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the May 2023 issue of Sathya Sai–The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba with love, reverence, and gratitude on the occasions of Buddha Poornima and Easwaramma Day. This issue features a divine discourse delivered by Swami in May 2000 on how we can experience bliss by following the teachings of Lord Buddha. The editorial, The Way to Nirvana, further expands on the life and message of Lord Buddha, including important concepts of Buddhism. This issue also contains Bhagawan’s precious teachings about Mother Easwaramma. The publication contains unique personal experiences of devotees with Baba, articles on services rendered by SSSIO members worldwide, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education. The pictorial on the history of SSSIO of Colombia outlines the growth of the organization over decades.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 3, Issue 2, February 2024)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. With love, reverence, and gratitude, Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the February 2024 issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. This issue features: A divine discourse given on July 28, 2007 at the World Youth Conference, in which Swami assures the ultimate experience of Self-realization or liberation if one contemplates on God for eleven seconds with a steady mind. An inspiring letter written by Bhagawan in July 1965 on the importance of earnestness in sadhana and steady faith for spiritual aspirants. An editorial based on Adi Shankaracharya’s Bhaja Govindam (Part 2) expounding that everything is Brahman. Two unique personal experiences of devotees with one reminiscing the golden days during the 1974 Summer Course and the other recollecting Swami's golden touch during challenging times. An article about a unique program in Australia, 1 Million Steps To Swami, to help devotees remain connected with Swami in a practical way by constant remembrance of His name and form. The publication also contains articles on service activities of the SSSIO in Australia, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, and the USA, the glory of womanhood, ideal Sai Young Adults, and Sathya Sai Education.