Sai Baba - Life and Message

Sathya Sai Baba is one of the most revered spiritual masters in the world today. "Love all, serve all" and "Help ever, hurt never" are eight words that best summarize his life and his teachings.

Sathya Sai Baba was born in Puttaparthi, India, on November 23, 1926. He says "My life is my message" and from a young age he has worked tirelessly to instill human values in society and to help people establish themselves firmly on the path to self-confidence and self-realization. His teachings focus on cultivating good character and serving society.


"Developing good habits, avoiding bad ones, mixing in the company of the pious and serving those in distress are the steps that will lead you to the glorious path of self-knowledge."

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Unity of The World Religions

Let the different faiths exist, let them flourish. Let the glory of God be sung in all languages and a variety of tunes. Respect the differences between faiths and recognize them as valid, so far as they do not extinguish the flame of unity.
- Baba


All Religion Symbol of Sai Organisation - Old Logo

OmHinduism

Listen to the primeval Pranava AUM resounding in your heart as well as in the heart of the universe.

CrossChristianity

Cut the 'I' feeling clean across and let your ego die on the Cross, to endow on you Eternity.

Crescent and MoonIslam

Be like the Star, which never wavers from the Crescent but is fixed in steady faith.

Wheel of Cause and ConsequenceBuddhism

Remember the Wheel of Cause and Consequence, of Deed and Destiny, and the Wheel of Dharma that rights them all.

Holy FireZorastrianism

Offer all bitterness in the sacred Fire and emerge grand, greatly and godly.

Star of DavidJudaism

The up-pointing triangle represents man's aspirations to reach the highest truth, and the down-pointing triangle symbolizes God's grace descending to man.

Nine Point Code of Conduct

  1. Daily meditation and prayer.
  2. Devotional singing/prayer with family members once a week.
  3. Participation in Sathya Sai Educational (Bal Vikas) programs organized by the Centre for children of Sai devotees.
  4. Participation in community work and other programs of the Organization.
  5. Attendance at least once a month at Group Devotional Singing organized by the Centre.
  6. Regular study of Sai literature.
  7. Speak softly and lovingly to everyone.
  8. Not to talk ill of others especially in their absence.
  9. To put into practice "Ceiling on Desires" and to utilize savings thus generated for service to mankind.


Ten-fold Path to Divinity

  • Love and serve the Motherland; do not hate or hurt the Motherland of others.
  • Respect every religion; each is a pathway to the one God.
  • Love all men without distinction; know that mankind is a single community.
  • Keep your home and its environs clean; it will ensure health and happiness for you and for society.
  • Practice charity ; help the needy to become self-reliant. Provide food and shelter, love and care for the sick and the aged.
  • Never tempt others by offering bribes; or demean yourself by accepting bribes.
  • Do not develop jealousy, hatred or envy on any count.
  • Serve your personal needs without depending on others; become your own servant, before proceeding to serve others.
  • Observe the laws of the State and be an exemplary citizen.
  • Adore God, Abhor Sin.


    Human Values

    Habits mould character and character decides one's destiny
    -Baba

    Sathya Sai Baba's teachings promote the understanding and practice of values that are common around the world - Truth, Right Conduct, Peace, Love and Non-Violence.

    108 Sub-values

    Love

    Bliss, caring, compassion, dedication, devotion, empathy, friendship, forgiveness, generosity, helping, human dignity, inner happiness, joy, kindness, patience, purity, sharing, sincerity, sympathy, tolerance, wisdom (21)

    Truth (Love in speech)

    Consciousness, creativity, curiosity, discrimination, equality, honesty, integrity, intuition, natural environment, optimism, quest for knowledge, reason, self-analysis, self-knowledge, self-worth, sense control, spirit of inquiry, synthesis, truthfulness, unity in thought word and deed, unity in diversity (21)

    Right conduct (Love in action)

    Cleanliness, contentment, courage, dependability, duty, ethics, gratitude, goals, good behaviour, healthy living, helpfulness, initiative, leadership, perseverance, time management, resourcefulness, respect, responsibility, sacrifice, self-sufficiency, self-confidence, simplicity (22)

    Peace (Love in thought)

    Attention, calm, concentration, contentment, dignity, discipline, endurance, focus, happiness, honesty, humility, inner silence, reflection, satisfaction, self-acceptance, self-confidence, self-control, self-discipline, self-respect, understanding, c are for environment, national responsibility (22)

    Non-violence (Love in understanding)

    Appreciation of other cultures and religions, brotherhood, ceiling on desires, citizenship, compassion, concern for all life, consideration, co-operation, forgiveness, global awareness, good manners, inclusiveness, loyalty, national awareness, recycling, respect for property, service to other, social justice, sustainable growth, universal love, unwilling to hurt (22)