General Satsang
Hinduism
Tapomurti Nilkanth Varni
NC27 Mukhpath
Yuvati Sabha FAQ's
100
List the 5 eternal entities!
- Jiv
- Ishwar
- Maya
- Brahma
- Parabrahma
100
What are the 5 eternal elements?
- Pruthvi (Earth)
- Jal (Water)
- Tej/Agni (Fire)
- Vayu (Air)
- Akash (Space)
100
What question did Nilkanth Varni ask the sadhus at Loj, and who was able to answer it correctly?
Muktanand Swami
What are the five eternal entities?
100
Q&A: What is upasana?
“Swami” refers to Aksharbrahman Gunatitanand Swami, and “Narayan” refers to Parabrahman Purushottam Sahajanand Swami.
Upasana means becoming aksharrup (brahmarup) and offering devotion to Purushottam with the relationship and spirit of master and servant (Swami-Sevak bhav).
100
Where does Yuvati Sabha usually take place in Toronto Mandir?
Yogi Hall!
200
Who established BAPS, and in what year?
BAPS is established by Shastriji Maharaj in 1907!!
200
What is reincarnation?
Reincarnation – also called transmigration – is when, upon death of one physical body, the immortal soul is ‘reborn’ in (i.e. re-enters) the body of another life-form. This cyclic process of birth, death and rebirth continues until the soul eradicates its ignorance and can be granted moksha (ultimate liberation).
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What did Nilkanth Varni have on him when he left home?
a loin cloth, a small scripture, a murti, and a begging bowl
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Prasang: Nityanand Swami's firmness in upasana
When Shriji Maharaj instructed Shatanand Muni to write the scripture Satsangijivan, a dispute arose, which has been recorded with slight variations in several scriptures of the Sampraday. The disagreement was about how Shriji Maharaj should be described in the Satsangijivan. This debate continued for seven to eight days. At that time, except for Nityanand Swami, the other paramhansas did not approve of the true glory of Shriji Maharaj being written in the scripture. However, Nityanand Swami firmly insisted that Shriji Maharaj must be described as the Supreme God.
Extensive discussions took place between both sides on this matter, but everyone remained steadfast in their own position.
Therefore, all of them requested Shriji Maharaj to resolve the dispute. At that time, Shriji Maharaj outwardly sided with the paramhansas. Instead of encouraging Nityanand Swami for remaining firm in his understanding, Bhagwan Swaminarayan did not speak to him for seven days. Not only that, He even excommunicated him. Yet, despite this, Nityanand Swami remained unwavering in his understanding.
Finally, Shriji Maharaj called Nityanand Swami, adorned him with a garland, expressed His pleasure, and praised him, saying: “O Paramhansas! We greatly insulted Nityanand Swami and tried to shake him by speaking contrary to his understanding, yet he did not waver. In truth, Nityanand Swami’s understanding is the highest. Devotees should be like this. Therefore, all of you should understand as he understands.”
200
What time does Yuvati sabha begin? which day(s)?
Sabha starts at 2:30 pm on both Saturday & Sunday!
300
What are the key characteristics of Parabrahma?
Parabrahma is sat-chit-ãnanda, that is, eternal, consciousness, and bliss. Parabrahma is 'sarvopari', supreme and all-powerful; 'sãkãr', possessing a divine and personal form; 'sarva kartã', the all-doer; 'antaryami', the all-knower; and 'pragat', ever-present on Earth through a gunatit guru.
300
In Hindu Dharma there are 3 types of Karma's, please list them and briefly explain!
Kriyamãn karma are karmas being acquired every moment. The fruits of these karmas can be attained in this life, the next, or after many births.
Sanchit karma is an accumulation of karmas containing the sum total of all a person’s karmas from one or many past lives. The fruits of these karmas are being experienced or have yet to be experienced.
Prãrabdha karma is a part of one’s sanchit karma that is being experienced in this birth. For example, the attributes and conditions of one’s physical body and mental capacities are due to one’s prãrabdha karmas.
300
How many tapomurtis are there in the world? Name the locations.
8
Johannesburg, Sydney, Robbinsville, Toronto, Delhi, London, Surat, Gandhinagar
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Satsang Diksha: Parabrahma’s Swarup
Swāminārāyaṇah sākshād-Aksharādhipatir-Harihi । Paramātmā Parabrahma Bhagavān Purushottamaha ॥
Shloka 96
300
How often do we have a combined sabha, with Sant Presentation Labh, and where do they take place?
Once a month, usually in AksharHall! Especially if there are vichran santo's in town.
400
What are the 4 forms of Akshar? List and provide a brief explanation.
1. cidākāśa: represents the divine all-pervasive expanse and serves as the cause and supporter of all
2. Akṣaradhāma: the adobe of Parabrahman. As an abode, this form refers to a location beyond the influence of māyā.
3. The personal attendant to Parabrahman in Akṣaradhāma: where he exists with a physical form dedicated to serving Parabrahman.
4: Brahmasvarūpa Guru/Pragat Satpurush: Mahant Swami Maharaj
400
Who is a Hindu? List some of the basic values and the 4 main endeavors a Hindu uses to regulate his/her life.
* Generally, a Hindu is a person who accepts the main beliefs of Hinduism and adopts the basic values and ideals of satya (truthfulness), saucha (purity), daya (compassion), ahimsa (non-violence), and brahmacharya (continence before marriage and fidelity thereafter), among others. These values are practiced in daily living in various ways. For example, for many Hindus, part of a compassionate lifestyle would include a strictly vegetarian diet, and a life of purity would mean abstaining from all intoxicating substances such as alcohol and tobacco.
- Hindu regulates his/her life according to the four main endeavours of Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth), Kama (aspirations) and Moksha (liberation). That is, each Hindu strives to lead a righteous life, earn an honest living, fulfil one’s aspirations through one’s earnings, and ultimately, be liberated from the perpetual cycle of births and deaths.
400
How long did Nilkanth Varni do tap in Pulhashram?
2 months and 20 days
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Swamini Vato: How should we please Swaminarayan Bhagwan?
Three things really please God.
First, following his wishes;
second, understanding the Sadhu's form;
and third, understanding the form of God.
Such a person is to be truly, truly, truly commended. Therefore, adopt these three methods.
Reference: Prakaran 1 - Vaat 165
400
How do we begin Yuvati Sabha?
**list the first few things that we do in sabha, order is important, if you miss something you don't get the points!
- Jaynaad
- Stuti
- Opening MC
- Dhun
- Dhyan
- Prarthana
500
When and where did Mahant Swami Maharaj perform the murti pratishtha of the chal murti of Aksharbrahma Gunatitanand Swami?
Please do not use your phone!
October 31st, 2020 in Nenpur!
500
Why do Hindus use the Swastika? Provide a breakdown of what it means, and what it symbolizes. Not allowed to use your phones!
- “Swastika” literally means ‘well-being’; “su” meaning ‘good’ and “asti” meaning ‘being’ combine with the suffix ‘ka’ to become “swastika”. It is symbolic of good fortune and prosperity, and so is often found in doorways of homes and shops and used as decoration during festivals and ceremonies such as weddings. With its arms pointing equally in all directions, the swastika also symbolizes stability and balance.
500
Name three people whose lives Nilkanth Varni transformed during his yatra along with their prasangs.
Sevakram, Pibek, etc...
500
Which Vachnamrut talks about Bhagwan Swaminarayan being Pragat?
When God incarnates for the purpose of granting liberation to the jivas, He is always accompanied by His Akshardhām, His attendants - who are formed of chaitanya - and all of His divine powers.
Reference: Gadhada Section I - 71
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What is HAL Bhegi Sabha? Indicate the full name, which two mandals attend this sabha, what time does it begin and the location where it usually takes place.
- HAL stands for Health Awareness Lecture
- HAL bhegi sabha is Yuvati-Premvati Bhegi sabha
- It begins at 2:15 pm in Hari Mandir (usually on both days!).