Children, we must cultivate reverence towards all great masters, monks and gurus. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Just beneath the surface of all experiences in life is God's, or the Guru's, compassionate face. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
When the storm brews and the waves swell, only an experienced captain can control the ship and save it. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Talking high philosophy often confuses people, but a look from an egoless person can lift the clouds of pain and despair. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
The guru is not someone who is confined to the body. When there is selfless love for the guru, we will be… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
The ashram is Mother's body. Mother's soul is in Her children. Children, all the service done for the ashram, is done for… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
While eating, our attention should not be focused just on the taste. Imagine our chosen deity or guru is present within us… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Children, do not listen to those who malign masters and sages. Never listen to or indulge in derogatory talk about anyone. When… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Progress is not possible without discipline. A nation, institution, family or individual can advance only by heeding the words of those who… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Deciding to chant the mantra a certain number of times daily will help foster the japa habit. We should always keep a… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
You can lead a truly spiritual life while remaining a householder. You will be able to enjoy the bliss of the Self,… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Children, we can grow spiritually only if we see the guru as the manifestation of God. We should not accept anyone as… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
To Amma, all are Her children. In Amma's eyes no defect of Her children is serious. But when She is considered as… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
A person's destiny can be changed through the power of a saint. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Ashrams and gurukulas (spiritual schools) are the pillars of spiritual culture. If we perform sadhana according to the guru's advice, we need… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
With the exception of very few who have gained higher spiritual tendencies in prior lives, Self-realization is not possible for anyone without… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Children, we are told to make an offering at the temple or at the feet of the guru, not because the Lord… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
If japa is maintained, no useless talk during work will be possible. The mind will always remain peaceful. Modern day diseases are mostly psychosomatic.… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
It is a good practice to write at least on page of mantra daily. Many people get better concentration by writing than by chanting.… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Money is not a problem, but unintelligent attachment to it is. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Many people meditate in order that a third eye may open. For that they feel they should close their two physical eyes. They thereby… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Today, society is sacrificing love, values and dharma in its pursuit of materialistic gains. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Being aware of the bondage is enough to free you from its clutches. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Learn to be thankful to everyone, to the entire creation, even to your enemy and also to those who insult, because they all help… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
In this universe it is Love that binds everything together. Love is the very foundation, beauty and fulfillment of life. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Love one another without any expectations. Then, there is no need to go anywhere in search of heaven. — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
We are not isolated islands, we are connected links in a chain. Each kind word, each smiling face, each good action, benefits our neighbor,… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
Isn't it human beings who impart vitality to the image in the temple? If no one sculpts the stone, it doesn't become an image.… — Mata Amritanandamayi Copy Share Image
