According to the Hindu scriptures, it is a blessing to be the recipient of the Lord’s anger. If an unmotivated, all-loving, all-compassionate God shows displeasure towards anyone, it is for that …
“Know How to Die”
When Nistarini became bedridden, she could not bear the touch of any impure person. Monks were then sent from Belur Math to serve her. On 20 March 1932, Nistarini hugged the picture of Sri …
Avatara Varisthaya
Towards the end of his life Navagopal moved from Calcutta to Ramakrishnapur, Howrah (on the west side of the Ganges). He was attracted to that place because of the similarity of its name to that of …
“Have You Brought The Umbrella?”
Ramakrishna disliked carelessness in people. If a person is forgetful in minor things, he will be forgetful in the vital aspects of life. On 25 May 1884 Sri Ramakrishna went to the Panchavati, where …
Krishnabhavani: Companion of Radha
Krishnabhavini, like her husband, was extremely devoted to the Master. Sri Ramakrishna once said that she was “one of the eight main companions of Radha.” Ramlal, a nephew of the Master’s, told the …
“I Shall Twist His Ears.”
There is a saying, “Sin and mercury cannot be digested.” They come to light either today or tomorrow. When a man does something wrong his conscience begins to prick him and a mist of shame covers his …