The Eternal Sai


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The Eternal Sai Phenomenon


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"“The Eternal Sai Phenomenon” attempts to unravel the nature of Sai phenomenon primarily in the context of the timeless Shrimad Bhagavad Gita. Sai path has been analysed from the standpoint of various yogas, like Karma yoga, Gnana yoga, hyana yoga and Bhakti yoga. Anecdotes from Shirdi Sai Baba’s life have been narrated to bring home the unique confluence of universal truths of world religions in the teachings and conduct. Shri Nanda has brought in the eternal nature of the unique phenomenon of Sai linking it to the earlier prophets and Sadgurus. The appearance of Shirdi Sai, the events in His lifetime and after His Mahasamadhi in 1918 have been recorded in the chronological time period with due acknowledgement to the sources. The historical recording starts from 1854 and comes up to year 2009. Arrangement of selected events year-wise is expected to familiarise the readers to the unfolding of Sai phenonomenon in an orderly historical perspective. This book could serve as a reference document for Sai devotees, researchers and students of spiritual themes, who wish to explore further the nature of Sai Phenomenon and Sai Consciousness.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 3, Issue 7, July 2024)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. With love, reverence, and gratitude, Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the July 2024 Guru Poornima issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of our Guru, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. This issue features: A divine discourse delivered in Kenya on July 4, 1968, in which Swami expounds on divine love for the redemption of humanity. He urges everyone to share prema, the royal road to the one and only God, adored by different faiths. An inspiring letter written by Bhagawan on July 16, 1969, to the devotees in London, beautifully outlining the qualities of divine love and urging them to practice love for love’s sake. An editorial, ‘God is the only true Guru,’ as explained by Swami, who urges everyone to practice His teachings faithfully to reach the ultimate goal of life, liberation, or Self-realization. Personal heart-warming experiences of three devotees. One devotee shares how Swami, the Eternal Companion, protected their family in India from the 1950s and guided them along the spiritual path. The article is replete with rare, beautiful, and historic photographs of Swami with the author’s family from the early years. Another devotee from the USA shares his miraculous and mind-boggling experiences with the divine father and mother, designed to help him on the spiritual path. Another spiritual aspirant writes about the significance of Swami’s teachings on nature, and how God can be experienced through nature by following His teachings and His advice. A touching account of a large medical camp in Africa recently held by SSSIO healthcare professionals and volunteers, bringing love, hope, and an opportunity for better health to more than 5,500 needy people of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. An uplifting story about a Sathya Sai School in Argentina, established and nurtured through Swami's blessings and personal guidance. Over the past two decades, the school has served thousands of students, bringing them values-based integral education. An illustrated pictorial on the divine legacy of the growth of the SSSIO in many countries since the 1960s, under the direction of Bhagawan Himself. The publication features snippets on selfless service rendered by the SSSIO in Australia, Mexico, Sri Lanka, and the USA. It also includes articles on the inspiring programs and activities of Sai Young Adults and beautiful compositions by children in the Sathya Sai Education program.




Sathya Sai - The Eternal Companion (Volume 3, Issue 4, April 2024)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. With love, reverence, and gratitude, Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the April 2024 Aradhana Mahotsavam issue of Sathya Sai – The Eternal Companion at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. This issue features: A divine discourse delivered in May 1974 about who is Sathya Sai Baba, and how to enjoy true bliss. Swami reveals rare, precious facts about how He rescues devotees from worldly challenges and proclaims His glorious, divine mission to liberate all humanity. The remaining portion of the discourse will be published in next month's issue of the magazine, as part 2. An inspiring letter written by Bhagawan on August 11, 1965, to Charles Penn from the USA, outlining His divine mission for the whole world. An editorial on how to transcend the vicious cycle of birth and death and be free, based on Adi Shankaracharya's famous poem, Bhaja Govindam, as expounded by Swami. Personal heart-warming experiences of three devotees. Two devotees shared how Swami, the Eternal Companion, protected and guided them long before they became aware of Him and dedicated their lives to serve in Baba's mission. Another spiritual aspirant recalls how Swami established a heart-to-heart connection with her long ago and guided her to serve the organization as part of her sadhana. A beautiful poem also highlights the love and devotion of the author for Lord Sai. A heartwarming article about the 'Tiny Homes' project, homes built by devotees in the USA to offer love, hope, and a chance for the homeless to live in dignity. A touching story about a magnificent abode of Sai's love, 'Sai Prema Nilayam' in Riverside, California, USA, made possible only by His grace, love, blessings, and the dedicated, hard work of devotees. The publication also features articles on the inspiring programs and activities of Sai Young Adults and beautiful compositions by children in Sathya Sai Education.




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 7, July 2023)


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Om Sri Sai Ram. In commemoration of Guru Poornima, Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) offers the July 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 delivered by Swami on July 16, 2000, where Heexpounds on the power of love as the underlying force for peace, unity, and divinity. Swami urges us to realize that love is our true form and that everything is a manifestation of God. He also advises us to have faith in God and share love with all to redeem our lives and be happy. The editorial, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba: Jagadguru & Sadguru, delves into the qualities of a Guru and the eight types of Gurus defined by Swami. It explains the nature of obstacles that stand in our way to Self-realization and how the true Guru can help us overcome these obstacles. 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. A brief overview of the 2008 Sri Sathya Sai Education Conference in His divine presence recaptures those precious moments and the beauty and glory of His teachings on education as a way of life.




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.




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 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.




The Eternal Companion


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