21. Sahan-Shiltā

Question 1

The great sādhu believes that the

Answer 1

body should be tested in many ways and cold, heat, hunger, thirst should be tolerated. But the body should not merely be pampered. Swamini Vat 1/67

Question 2

They who tolerate bitter (hurtful)

Answer 2

words and insults are great devotees. The understanding of this satsang is found in tolerance. As someone continues to tolerate, their spiritual greatness increases. Purushottam Bolya Prite: 11

Question 3

To tolerate is our biggest

Answer 3

and ultimate duty. I consider tolerance to be a success. I have taken this weapon in the form of forgiveness, and I will destroy adharma (wrongdoing). Purushottam Bolya Prite: 11

Question 4

What are the virtues of saintliness?

Answer 4

To tolerate. If someone says, ‘You are so nice.’ Is that tolerance? No. To tolerate insults such as, ‘You empty-headed fool!’ is a virtue of true saintliness. Yogi Gita

Question 5

Tolerance is a powerful

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virtue…If someone speaks harsh words, then tolerate. Even if you have not wronged, you should still tolerate. Such a person is ekantik. One who tolerates is ekantik. Yogi Gita

Question 6

In difficult times, one should

Answer 6

remain patient, offer prayers, persevere and keep firm faith in Akshar-Purushottam Mahārāj. Satsang Diksha: Shlok 280