Swami dayananda Saraswati

 

Yogi Swami dayananda Saraswati

Swami Dayananda Saraswati was a key figure in the Indian independence movement and a strong advocate for social reform and the education of women in India. He is best known for founding the Arya Samaj movement, a social and cultural organization that aimed to promote Hinduism and traditional Indian values.

Early Life of Swami dayananda Saraswati 

Swami Dayananda Saraswati was born on February 10, 1824, in Tankaria, a village in the state of Gujarat, India. His birth name was Mool Shankar Tiwari. His father, a trader, was a devout Hindu who wanted his son to follow a spiritual path.

Spiritual Life of Swami dayananda Saraswati 

In his early 20s, Dayananda embarked on a spiritual journey, studying various Indian scriptures and meeting prominent gurus of his time. He eventually became a follower of Adi Shankaracharya, a saint and scholar of the 8th century who wrote extensively on Hindu philosophy. Dayananda's spiritual aspirations led him to the Himalayas, where he spent several years in meditation and spiritual practices.

Founding of the Arya Samaj

In 1874, Dayananda founded the Arya Samaj in Mumbai (then called Bombay), with the goal of restoring Hinduism to its original form and promoting Vedic traditions.

 The Samaj aimed to

1. Promote Hindu philosophy and rituals.

2. Improve the social status of women and lower castes.

3. Encourage education and self-reliance.

4. Oppose social evils like idol worship, casteism, and child marriage.

Ideology and Contributions

Dayananda's teachings emphasized the following principles---

1. Vedas as the ultimate source of knowledge

He believed the Vedic scriptures to be the repository of all knowledge, and that they should be the primary source of guidance for Hindus.

2. Equality and social reform

Arya Samaj advocated for the abolition of casteism, animal sacrifice, and other social evils.

3. Education and self-reliance

 Dayananda encouraged Indians to pursue education and economic empowerment to break free from British colonial rule.

4. Hindu renaissance

He sought to revitalize Hinduism and promote its culture, arts, and traditions.

Major Works

Swami Dayananda Saraswati wrote several influential works, including--

1. Satyartha Prakash

 (The Light of Truth): a philosophical and theological text that represents the foundation of Arya Samaj.

2. Rigveda Bhasya Bhumika

a commentary on the Rigveda, the first Vedic text.

Legacy

Swami Dayananda Saraswati's legacy extends far beyond his contributions to the Indian independence movement. His ideas about social reform, education, and the promotion of Hindu culture have had a lasting impact on Indian society. His emphasis on the importance of women's education and empowerment was particularly pioneering for its time.

Death and Memorial

Swami Dayananda Saraswati passed away on October 30, 1883, at the age of 59, in Margao, Goa. Today, his tomb in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is a place of pilgrimage for thousands of devotees.

How to release the power of God in your life

 

Friends, today I am going to tell you about a topic when atheism is prevalent and the effect of negative energy is flowing all around, that topic is about God. After all, what is God? Where does he live? How to identify God? What are the various parts and names of God? Is there any proof that God exists? How can God be attained? Should God be taken along in treatment? How can God help in treatment? Let's move forward to know the answers to these questions.

Where does God live? How to know God according to different religions and sects? What are the ways to attain God? Parts and names of God.

Various article sources to understand God

All doctors have their root base God 

Friends, today I am going to tell you a reality, that reality is about God. When we fall ill, good doctors give up, this often happens with many people in life. The reason for this is not knowing the disease and the medicines not working on the body and not believing in God.  But the greatest physician is God, the greatest medicine is God, but people leave Him and run around in the world. Because without God, no medicine or doctor can work. Nothing can happen without God's will. Doctors and medicines are just the medium to cure the patient. Let me explain to you through some examples.

According to Vaidraj Dhanvantari

Uttering the name of Achyutananda Govind is a medicine that destroys all diseases. I say this is the true truth.

Lord Krishna says in the Gita

God resides equally in everyone's heart, who with his amazing power, like a machine, makes us do all the tasks inside and outside us. Surrender to that power with an open heart, you will get peace and liberation by his grace.

According to Mahatma Gandhi

Man has an unbreakable relationship with God, so the more a man recognizes this relationship, the more he will be free from sin and disease.

The secret of a man becoming disease-free from the heart is that the God whom we worship is himself, truth, health and love and he is also a doctor.  Therefore, by taking refuge in the name of Ram, it does not take long to get rid of all kinds of diseases and ailments.

Taking the name of Ram is just a sample of the truth for which it is taken. The moment a person intelligently sees God within himself, at that very moment he gets rid of all his physical, mental and moral ailments.

       It is surprising that doctors die, doctors die, yet we keep running after them. But we forget that Ram, who does not die and is always alive, is the infallible physician.

If the mantra of Ram's name gets completely embedded in my heart, then I will never die of illness. This rule is not just for me but for everyone.

Rambha (Gandhi Ji's childhood nanny) tells me that whenever you feel scared, take Ram's name, he will protect you. From that day Ram's name became my infallible support for all kinds of fears.

Ram's name is the most effective cure for physical and mental diseases. If you pray to God, he can definitely remove your sorrows and worries. But to make the prayer effective, we should participate in Ramdhun with a true heart and then we can experience peace and happiness. There are other conditions too. The first thing is that we should live in harmony with nature and follow its rules.

 According to Mahatma Jesus Christ

If you attain God, you will automatically attain the world and its objects because the world belongs to God.

How to know God according to different scriptures and sects? What is the proof that God exists? Where does God live? Parts and names of God. What are the ways to attain God?

By worshipping God, a person gets rid of all problems.

Where does God live?

Friends, now let's talk about the place of residence of God, where does God live? As we all know, God is omnipresent, the entire world belongs to him. All the worlds and the afterlife belong to him. Then what is the need for him to live in a particular place? His power resides in every particle, he is available everywhere. In our body as well as outside our body, we just need a spiritual knowledge. To understand it, we need intelligence and wisdom. Let's understand through some examples.

Lord Krishna says in the Gita

That is, God resides in the heart of all living beings.

According to Kabir Das Ji

Just as there is a pupil in the eyes, similarly the Creator resides in the body.

Fools do not know, they go outside to find him.

That is, just as there is a pupil in the eyes, similarly God is also hidden inside this body. But fools search for him outside due to ignorance.

 The thing is somewhere, but the method is found somewhere.

Kabir says you will get it only when the one who knows is with you.

Meaning Kabirdas ji says that God has to be known inside you and not outside, for this you will have to surrender to a knower i.e. a complete Guru.

Proof of God

Friends, now let's talk about the existence of God, whether God exists or not.

Our Vedas prove the existence of God. God is described in the Vedas. Apart from the Vedas, other scriptures like Upanishad, Nyaya, Yoga, Vaisheshik, Vedanta have also accepted the existence of God, which proves that God exists.

God is also proved by his being the creator of this entire universe. Because the creation of such a large universe cannot be done without the will of God. We should understand very well that no one other than God can do this.

God is called the provider of karmafal because no one other than God can give the fruits of the deeds of so many innumerable living beings.

 How to know God according to different scriptures and sects

Friends, before telling about God according to different scriptures and sects, I want to give some information about God from my thoughts, let's know what that information is___

GOD Meaning

Friends, God means Ishwar in English, but to understand that God, when we see the meaning of the full form of God, it comes like this --

G means generator, just like a generator generates electricity, similarly God generates energy in the whole world.

O means operator, just like an operator runs a machine, similarly God runs and maintains this whole universe like an operator.

D means Destroy. It means God is the destroyer of everyone, the destruction of the universe also happens through God.

 In this way friends we see that creation of the universe, its maintenance and its destruction, all these three actions are in the hands of God and that is why he is called GOD.

Meaning of the word Bhagwan in hindu

Friends, this entire universe is made up of five elements which are included in the word Bhagwan, let's see __

Bhagvan____Bha+G+V+A+N

Bha_Bhumi (earth)

G_Gagan(space)

V_Vayu(air)

Aa_Agni(fire)

N_Neer(water)

In this way we see that just as this entire universe is made up of five elements, similarly this entire universe is made by God, these five elements are made by God.

Let's talk about the form of God according to different sects and scriptures.

According to Maharishi Patanjali

The one who is capable of creating and destroying the entire universe by mere desire is God.

God is always unconnected with the five kleshas, karma, vipaka and karmashya, such a special person is called God.

Om is Brahma, Om is everything, the activities of the entire universe run through him, Om is the past, present and future.  This Om should be chanted and its meaning should be contemplated upon. This is the only way to have a vision and remove all obstacles in the path of Sadhana.

By doing Ishwar Pranidhan, the Supreme God takes all the responsibilities of the Sadhak on himself and enables him to attain Samadhi soon.

That God is the Guru of our ancestors also because he is not bound by time.

Characteristics of the power of God

Friends, God has names in the same way as he exists. According to Vayu Purana, God has 6 parts and 10 components. Parts

Omniscience, satisfaction, eternal knowledge, freedom, unbroken consciousness and infinite power.

Components

Knowledge, detachment, wealth, penance, truth, forgiveness, patience, creation, self-awareness and presiding deity.

Names of God

Dear readers, God has no name or form. Still, his name and forms have been created for the convenience of worship. All the names and forms of God that have been imagined are actually based on the qualities of God. On the basis of qualities, we can call God Vishnu, Krishna, Shankar, God, Ishwar, Paramatma, Bhagwan, Allah, Ram etc.  It is the compulsion of the seeker to imagine the imaginary names and forms of God. After attaining God and understanding God, the name and form of God go away automatically. They are of no use after attaining Samadhi. But till one does not attain Samadhi, it is very important to understand the name and form of God

how to access the power of God? 

Friends, various types of measures have been described in many yoga scriptures to attain God. But without going into much detail, I tell you the easy and simple ways to attain God according to Maharishi Patanjali. Maharishi Patanjali has described three sadhanas to attain God, which are as follows____

Ashtanga Yoga

Friends, Maharishi Patanjali has described Ashtanga Yoga in Yogasatra, in which it is told that Ashtanga Yoga is the best for the first class sadhaks i.e. those who have just started sadhana. Because in this, the sadhana is started by following Yama Niyam. Gradually, one reaches the attainment of God through 8 steps. Which is as follows___

Yama

Friends, Yama is the rule which is necessary and useful from the point of view of existence and development of human society.  These are of five types which are as follows ____

Ahimsa

Having a feeling of compassion towards any living being is called Ahimsa.

According to Patanjali, by following Ahimsa, love for all living beings starts awakening in a person and the person gives up enmity.

Truth

A seeker should always follow truth in his mind, words and deeds. One should never speak such truth which hurts the feelings of anyone.

According to Maharishi Patanjali, by following truth, a seeker gets Vachan Siddhi in him and whatever he says happens.

Asteya

Taking any person's thing as one's own or stealing it in his mind, words and deeds is called Asteya.

According to Maharishi Patanjali, a seeker who follows Asteya gets the whiteness of all gems.

Celibacy

Always dwelling in God in his mind, words and deeds is called Brahmacharya.

 According to Maharishi Patanjali, by observing celibacy a person gains semen.

Aparigraha

Not collecting more things than required is called Aparigraha.

By following Aparigraha, the seeker starts getting knowledge of previous births.

Niyam

Niyam is related to improving the personal life of a person, for which there are five types of means. Which are as follows___

Saucha

Purifying the body, mind and conscience is called Shaucha.

By following Shaucha, detachment arises in our body parts and the desire to have intercourse with others.

Santosha

Being satisfied with the situation in which we are is called Santosha.

Man gets infinite happiness as a result of satisfaction.

Tapasya

Happily enduring the struggles that come in the period of Sadhana is called Tapa.

By following Tapa, the seeker gets the perfection of body and senses when the impurities are destroyed.

Swadhyaya

Studying oneself for self-upliftment and improving oneself is called Swadhyaya.

 Through self-study, we get the vision of our deity, that is, the God we believe in can be seen by us.

Ishwarpranidhan

Surrendering everything to God with devotion is called Ishwarpranidhan.

Through this, a person attains Samadhi quickly.

Asana 

Maharishi Patanjali has said that the position in which a sadhak can sit comfortably and do sadhana is called asana.

 On achieving the asana, the sadhak can tolerate all the pains.

 Pranayama

 When the asanas become stable, the stopping of the speed of inhalation and exhalation is called pranayama.

 Patanjali has described eight types of pranayama, which include Suryabhedan, Ujjayi, Seetkari, Sheetali, Bhastrika, Bhamari, Murcha Plavani.

 By practicing pranayama, the sadhak gets the knowledge of discrimination when he is covered by light.

 Pratyahara 

By practicing pratyahara, the senses of a person do not get attached to their respective subjects, that is, they become free from bondages.

 When one becomes firm in the practice of pratyahara, the senses come under one's control.

 Keeping the mind focused on one point is called Dharana.

  Meditation Continuous concentration in the same state is what makes one meditate.

 Through meditation, the seeker attains self-knowledge.

 Samadhi The mature state of meditation is called samadhi.

 When the seeker is not even aware of himself while meditating and is absorbed only in his deity, such a state is called samadhi.

 Samadhi is the final state of yoga which is the main objective of yoga sadhana.

    

Kriya Yoga

Maharishi Patanjali has told Kriya Yoga for the medium category of sadhaks, through this the mind gets purified. Medium category sadhaks mean those sadhaks who were engaged in sadhana but their mind could not be purified, their mind gets purified through Kriya Yoga and the sadhak attains the state of Samadhi. That is, he understands God. The following three means come in Kriya Yoga -

Tapasya, Swadhyaya, Ishwar Pranidhan. These have been described above.

Practice and detachment

Thoughts of the mind are stopped through practice and detachment.

The effort made for stability of mind is called practice.

This practice is fruitful when done continuously with respect for a long time.

A person who has no desire, no attachment, whose mind is not under the control of senses, while senses are under his control. Such a sadhak is called a sadhak with detachment.

 By combining practice and detachment, a seeker attains Samadhi quickly. This is only for the best practitioners. Those who have done sadhna in their previous births and could not complete the sadhnas, can attain Moksha in this birth through practice and detachment.

Interesting information about Lord Shiva

 Interesting information about Lord Shiva

Friends, today I am going to give you some interesting information about Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva was also a great yogi.

Lord Shiva, also known as Mahadev, is one of the three principal deities in Hinduism, along with Brahma and Vishnu. Here are some interesting facts about Lord Shiva----

1. Creation of the Universe

 According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma was tasked with creating the universe, but it is believed that the process of Creation began with the ejaculation of a cosmic egg containing the germs of all things to exist. This cosmic egg is described as a tiny dot of light, and Lord Shiva is often referred to as the one who holds this cosmic egg within his body.

2. Destroyer of the Universe

 Lord Shiva is also known as the Destroyer. He symbolizes the aspect of time and destruction, and it is he who oversees the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. He destroys the universe in order to recreate it, thus maintaining the cosmic cycle.

3. The Aghori Sadhus

It is said that Lord Shiva ate poison in the form of Halahala that emerged from the churning of the Ocean of Milk (Kshirsagar). This act of consuming the poison made him the god of the righteous path, and the Aghori sadhus, the most extreme of Hindu ascetics, seek to attain supernatural powers by following the spiritual path associated with him. They believe that the mind of the Aghori is truly liberated when they accept everything without any resistance or judgment.

4. Anahangalagai

 Lord Shiva is also known as Ana hangalagai, meaning 'he who is half a step behind.' This nickname is derived from a story in which Lord Shiva always seems to be half a step behind his creation due to his omnipresence.

5. Union of Shiva and Shaivism

 Shaivism refers to a sect of Hinduism that focuses on the aspects of Lord Shiva, worshiping him as the ultimate reality or the divine. Shaivism emphasizes the spiritual goal of attaining moksha or liberation through realization of the inner soul (Atman) and union with Lord Shiva.

6. One Face Moon

The Poleroid 3001 one-face-model camera is inspired by the Hindu moon god Chandra, who is an apostle of Lord Shiva. In the Hindu lunar calendar, each month is governed by a different lunar sign, with Lord Shiva's other half, Goddess Parvati, celebrating her birthday across the twelve different lunar months.

7. Ardhanarishvara

 Lord Shiva is depicted as half-female and half-male, representing the union of both feminine and masculine energies, symbolizing a state of pure balance and unity.

8. Lord Shiva's vehicle

Nandi, the bull, is considered to be Lord Shiva's vehicle. Nandi is depicted as an enormous white bull, carving the way for Shiva on his excursions. Nandi is said to have the power of intuition and wisdom, often guiding Shiva with his counsel.

9. The Bansuri

 Lord Shiva often holds a flute in his hand and is romantically linked with Lord Brahma's creation—Saraswati, the Goddess of knowledge, music, art and speech. Shiva's flute is symbolic of the universe and is often associated with the , 000footerickishness of his early insanity.”

10. Incarnations

 Lord Shiva has incarnated as Kalki, the final avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is supposed to appear on Earth during the Kali-Yuga to defeat the negativity that dominates this age. It is believed that Kalki will be an embodiment of Shiva.

Biography of Yogi Adityanath

 

Information regarding the birth of Yogi Adityanath

My dear friends, Here are some key details about the birth of Yogi Adityanath, the current Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, India---

 Full Name

Yogi Adityanath (born Ajay Singh Bisht)

Date of Birth

June 5, 1972

 Place of Birth

Panchur village, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand (formerly part of Uttar Pradesh)

 Family Background

He was born to Anand Singh Bisht and Savitri Devi. His father was a farmer.

Early Life Yogi Adityanath was born into a Hindu Garhwali Rajput family. As a young man, he joined the Hindu monastic organization Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and the Hindu Yuva Vahini, a youth organization he founded in 2002.

Monastic Life

In 1998, at the age of 26, he took sannyasa (monastic vows) and was given the name Yogi Adityanath. He became the Mahant (head priest) of the Gorakhnath Math, a Hindu temple in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

He later took monastic vows and became a prominent Hindu religious leader before entering active politics.

Monastic education and training

  

 As a monk, he underwent extensive training and education in Hindu scriptures, philosophy, and yogic practices.

    He studied at the Gorakhpur based Gorakhnath Temple, which is the abode of the Nath Sampradaya.

  

 He was mentored by Mahant Avaidyanath, the former head priest of the Gorakhnath Temple.

Monastic title and responsibilities

    Within the Nath Sampradaya, he was given the monastic title of "Yogi Adityanath."

  As a monk, he took on the responsibility of managing the affairs of the Gorakhnath Temple and the associated Gorakhpur Mutt (monastery).

Political Career of Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath was first elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India's parliament, in 1998 as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

He has been re-elected to the Lok Sabha five times since then. In 2017, he was appointed as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh by the BJP.

He maintained his monastic identity and continued to wear his saffron robes even after entering politics.

It is important to note that Yogi Adityanath's monastic background and his continued association with the Gorakhnath Temple have been significant factors in his political career and the way he has approached governance in Uttar Pradesh.

Birth of Guru Gorakhnath and his miracles

 Birth of Guru Gorakhnath

Here is a brief overview of the birth of Guru Gorakhnath, an important figure in the Nath Sampradaya (tradition) of Hinduism-

Guru Gorakhnath is considered one of the most influential figures in the Nath tradition, which developed in medieval India. The exact details of his birth are not entirely clear, as there are multiple legends and traditions surrounding his origins.

According to some accounts, Guru Gorakhnath was born to a sage named Matsyendranath, who was one of the principal gurus of the Nath Sampradaya. Matsyendranath is said to have attained spiritual powers through deep meditation and ascetic practices.

In one legend, it is said that while Matsyendranath was meditating, he was swallowed by a fish. Inside the fish's belly, he attained higher spiritual realizations and became an enlightened teacher. Gorakhnath is believed to have been born from Matsyendranath's spiritual practices and realizations.

Other traditions state that Gorakhnath was born miraculously, without a physical mother, and was found as a child in a cowshed or on a hillside. Some accounts even suggest he was an incarnation of the Hindu deity Shiva.

Regardless of the specifics, Guru Gorakhnath is revered as a highly influential mystic and teacher who played a key role in shaping the Nath Yoga tradition. He is believed to have lived during the 11th-12th centuries CE and made significant contributions to Hatha Yoga, Tantra, and the spiritual practices of the Nath Sampradaya.

Yogi Gorakhnath, also known as Guru Gorakhnath, was a prominent figure in the Hindu Nath tradition and is considered one of the most influential yogis and mystics in South Asian history. He is believed to have lived sometime between the 11th and 13th centuries CE.

Spiritual power of Guru Gorakhnath

Gorakhnath is renowned for his mastery of yoga, Tantra, and spiritual practices, as well as for performing various miracles and supernatural feats. Some of the notable miracles and legends associated with Yogi Gorakhnath include--

1. Levitation

Gorakhnath is said to have possessed the ability to levitate and move through the air. Several stories describe him levitating or walking on water to reach his destinations.

2. Control over elements

Legends claim that Gorakhnath could control the elements, such as fire, water, and wind, according to his will. He was said to have the power to summon rain, extinguish fires, and manipulate natural phenomena.

3. Immortality

Gorakhnath is believed to have attained spiritual perfection and immortality through his yogic practices. Some traditions state that he is still alive, residing in a hidden cave or ashram, guiding his followers.

4. Healing powers

Gorakhnath was known for his healing powers and ability to cure various ailments. He was sought after by people seeking relief from physical, mental, or spiritual afflictions.

5. Mystic knowledge and teachings

Gorakhnath was a prolific teacher and is credited with the authorship of numerous texts on yoga, Tantra, and esoteric practices. His teachings and philosophical insights are highly revered in the Nath tradition.

These miraculous tales and legends surrounding Yogi Gorakhnath have contributed to his enduring legacy and the reverence he holds among his devotees and followers in the Hindu and Yogic traditions. However, it is important to note that the historical accuracy of these specific claims is difficult to verify, as they are often passed down through oral traditions and hagiographies.

Literary works of Guru Gorakhnath

Guru Gorakhnath is believed to have authored or compiled several important literary works that are considered foundational texts within the Nath Yoga tradition. Some of the key literary works attributed to him include--

1. Goraksha Samhita

This is one of the most important and comprehensive texts on Hatha Yoga and Nath Yoga traditions. It covers a wide range of topics related to yogic practices, including the anatomy of the subtle body, the chakras, and various meditation and breathing techniques.

2. Yoga Martanda

This text is a comprehensive treatise on Hatha Yoga, covering topics such as the various asanas (postures), pranayama (breath control), and the theory and practice of Kundalini Yoga.

3. Goraksha Gita

This is a dialogue between Guru Gorakhnath and his disciple Matsyendranath, in which Gorakhnath expounds upon the principles of Nath Yoga and the attainment of spiritual enlightenment.

4. Siddha Siddhanta Paddhati

This text is a collection of Gorakhnath's teachings on the Nath Yoga philosophy, including the concepts of Nadis (energy channels), Chakras, and Kundalini.

5. Yoga Bija

This text is considered one of Gorakhnath's most important works, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of Hatha Yoga, including the techniques of Bandhas (energy locks) and Mudras (symbolic hand gestures).

In addition to these major works, Guru Gorakhnath is also believed to have authored or influenced numerous other texts and compositions within the Nath Yoga tradition, including hymns, poems, and philosophical treatises.

These literary works of Guru Gorakhnath have had a lasting impact on the development of Hatha Yoga, Tantric practices, and the broader Nath Sampradaya, and they continue to be studied and revered by practitioners and scholars of yoga and Indian spiritual traditions.

Lord Krishna quotes

 My dear friends welcome to you in this blog post. Today I told you about Lord Krishna.

Lord Krishna 

     Lord Krishna is one of the most famous and revered deities in Hinduism.  He is considered to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who is responsible for the preservation of the universe.  Here is a brief biography of Lord Krishna-----

 Birth and Childhood

Lord Krishna was born in the city of Mathura to King Vasudev and Queen Devaki.  According to myths, it is believed that Lord Krishna was born on the eighth day of the waning moon in the month of Bhadon, which falls between August-September.  Right after his birth, Lord Krishna was secretly taken by Vasudeva to Gokul village to save him from the wrath of his maternal uncle Kansa.

  Leela (Life) of Lord Krishna

 Lord Krishna showed supernatural powers from a very young age and was known to be very mischievous.  According to Hindu mythology, he performed many miracles including lifting Govardhan Hill to save people from floods and killing the demon Putana.  Lord Krishna also played an important role in the Mahabharata war between the Pandavas and the Kauravas.  He became Arjun's charioteer and imparted the knowledge of Bhagavad Gita.

 Marriage and Family

Lord Krishna was married to Rukmini, who was considered an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi.  He had a total of eight wives and his most famous wife was Radha, who is considered to be his eternal wife.  Lord Krishna had many children from his wives, including his son Samba, who was his only child from his wife Jambavati.

Death and Legacy

 It is believed that Lord Krishna died due to an arrow shot by a hunter, which accidentally hit his leg.  The legacy of Lord Krishna is still celebrated in India, and he is considered one of the most important and revered deities in Hinduism.  His teachings have transcended time and are applicable even in modern times.

Here are some quotes of Lord Krishna

1. "One who sees inaction in action, and action in inaction, is intelligent among men." 

2. "The mind is everything. What you think you become." 

3. "There is nothing lost or wasted in this life." 

4. "Perform your duty and leave the rest to me." 

5. "The soul is never born and it never dies. It is unborn, eternal, and permanent." 

6. "Set thy heart upon thy work, but never on its reward." 

7. "Be steadfast in yoga, O Arjuna. Perform your duty and abandon all attachment to success or failure. Such evenness of mind is called yoga." 

8. "The true yogi is the one who feels the presence of God everywhere and sees all things as the manifestation of the Lord." 

9. "The wise see that there is action in the midst of inaction and inaction in the midst of action." 

10. "Let not your mind be disturbed by the outer world. Find peace within yourself."

11 "Do everything you have to do, but not with greed, not with ego, not with lust, not with envy but with love, compassion, humility and devotion."

12.. "The mind is everything. What you think, you become."

13. "Man is made by his belief. As he believes, so he is."

14. "The only way to control the mind is to keep it fixed on me."

15. "I am the beginning, middle and end of creation."

16. "The senses are higher than the body, the mind higher than the senses; above the mind is the intellect, and above the intellect is the Atman."

17. "Be steadfast in yoga, O Arjuna. Perform your duty and abandon all attachment to success or failure. Such evenness of mind is called yoga."

18. "The mind is everything. What you think you become."

19. "I am the beginning, middle, and end of creation."

20. "The only way to escape the turbulence of the mind is to detach yourself from the attachments of life."

21. "Perform your duty, but do not be attached to the outcome. Do not act for the sake of reward."

22. "One who has control over the mind is tranquil in heat and cold, in pleasure and pain, and in honor and dishonor."

23. "The wise work for the welfare of the world, without thought for themselves."

24. "All that you see here, that exists, will cease to exist."

25. "The true goal of action is knowledge of the Self."

26. "No one who does good work will ever come to a bad end, either here or in the world to come."

27. "You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of the work. You should never engage in action for the sake of reward, nor should you long for inaction."

I hope you find these quotes helpful and inspiring!