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A man does not become a guru by simply wearing sandals and counting beads on a rosary. One who talks 'Brahma Jnana' and gives stones to his disciples is not a guru. Whatever a guru speaks in words, he must show it in action. First one must practice and after realisation, he must begin to teach others. (28)
— Bhagawan Nityananda
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About Bhagawan Nityananda
Bhagawan Nityananda (November/December, 1897 – 8 August 1961) was a revered Hindu spiritual master in India. His name means perpetual (nitya) bliss (ananda). Nityananda was Swami Muktananda's guru. His teachings are published in the "Chidakash Gita".
About Bhagawan Nityananda
Bhagawan Nityananda (November/December, 1897 – 8 August 1961) was a revered Hindu spiritual master in India. His name means perpetual (nitya) bliss (ananda). Nityananda was Swami Muktananda's guru. His teachings are published in the "Chidakash Gita".
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