"God Word I" is a collection of excerpts from speeches by Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji of Mysore, India.
The main purpose of the book is to provide readers with the benefits of Sri Swamiji's teachings. Readers, regardless of their background, can fulfill their wishes by following the spiritual paths described by Sri Swamiji. The book is intended to be an easy-to-read volume for anyone seeking truth.
The book's content is organized into chapters that delve into various spiritual topics, including:
•Guru: This section discusses the importance of a spiritual master (Guru) for acquiring knowledge and liberation. It explains that a Guru dispels ignorance, and true Gurus are those who help others see their shortcomings and rectify them.
•God: This chapter addresses questions about the existence of God and explains that God can be seen through devotion and with the help of a Sadguru (spiritual master). It also touches on concepts like the Supreme Divinity and the inner light within man.
•Devotion: This part of the book explores the nine types of devotion, or "Navavidha Bhakti," such as listening, singing, and self-surrender. It emphasizes that while the paths may seem different, the goal is the same, and one must be dedicated to the spiritual journey.
The book was published by Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Ashrama and was printed in two editions, one in October 2002 and a second in September 2006.
