How to Practice True Devotion in Vrindavan on Akshaya Tritiya?
A brief teaching from Pujya Maharaj Ji — Watch the video above to hear the complete version.
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See, for us it is Akshaya Tritiya every day. For us, every day is eternally abundant, every moment abundant. If we say Radha is eternal, how could there be decay? It is eternal at all times. But we are saying this for those who sometimes come to Vrindavan regarding the worldly path. Sometimes good fortune is found on such sacred dates and festivals. Do not eat anyone else's food. Do not drink from anyone else's offerings. Whatever offering is given, take the prasad from Bihari Ji's temple and from Radha Vallabh Ji's temple. Do circumambulation of Vrindavan. Do circumambulation of Giriraj Ji. As much as you have the strength to do. Sit by the banks of the Yamuna and chant the naam. Sing the vani. Serve others. Maintain silence. Do not let wrongdoing arise in solitude. Today be especially watchful. Do not criticize anyone. Or it will not remain eternally blessed. A grave sin will be incurred. Remain silent today. Chant the naam abundantly.
Do not even drink water from another. Whatever you have earned through your own effort, place it there. Sing bhajan abundantly. These opportunities come.
This text is from the video's auto-generated captions — there may be errors in the words. Be sure to listen to the video for the authentic teaching.
Original video: Bhajan Marg (YouTube)
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