16. Niyam-Dharma

Question 1

One should indulge in the vishays

Answer 1

only as prescribed in the scriptures; but one should never indulge in them by transgressing the regulations that the scriptures describe. Vachanamrut: Gadhada I 8

Question 2

Those who have become devotees of God

Answer 2

and observe the five basic codes of conduct are already seated above Prakruti-Purush (i.e. in Akshardhām). Swamini Vat 5/113

Question 3

If someone does not abide by My words

Answer 3

but remains in My service near Me day and night, I still consider them to be far from Me. This is My firm principle. Purushottam Bolya Prite

Question 4

A person who migrates elsewhere

Answer 4

for educational, economic or other gains should continue to reverently practice satsang and observe niyams. Satsang Diksha: Shlok 205

Question 5

Observing dharma and niyams

Answer 5

elevates the quality of one’s life and also inspires others to live righteously. Satsang Diksha: Shlok 274

Question 6

There are different types of dharma,

Answer 6

however the most important form of dharma is to follow the wish of the manifest God-realized Sādhu. Sakhi by Nishkulanand Swami