King Solomon, who lived in the 10th century BC, left a deep mark on the history of the Ancient World. Whether he actually existed has not yet been established for certain, but in the Bible the history of his life and work is described in such detail and with the mention of so many facts, names and figures that it is customary to consider him a historical figure. There is no doubt, however, that the image of the real Solomon, the ruler whose name is associated with the highest flowering of the Kingdom of Israel, was subsequently significantly embellished, and as a result he turned into a mythical figure, almost equal to the gods of antiquity.
According to legend, Solomon was fabulously rich, knew a lot about various pleasures, including wine and women, had literary talent and, from his youth, was distinguished by extraordinary wisdom, insight and business savvy, thanks to which he was able to conduct profitable trade with other countries and replenish the treasury with unprecedented sums . Over the centuries, such outstanding qualities have attracted the attention of not only scientists, but also creators who drew inspiration from the works of Solomon and his eventful biography, as well as adventurers of all stripes who were eager to find the mysterious mines of King Solomon.
The son of King David, Solomon became the third ruler of the united kingdom of Israel. During his reign, the legendary Jerusalem Temple, the shrine of the Jewish people, was built. Later, this grandiose structure was destroyed, a new one was built - the Second Temple, which soon suffered the same fate, and now only the Western Wall, a place of pilgrimage and one of the main attractions of Jerusalem, reminds of its former greatness. The process of building the Temple and its decoration are described colorfully and in detail in the Third Book of Kings, chapters from which we publish in this publication.
The biography of Solomon is given in this book in three versions: in the preface - according to an article by the Russian church writer-theologian Alexander Lopukhin (1852–1904), author of the “Explanatory Bible, or Commentaries on all the books of the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments”, according to the “Brief History” Jews" by Semyon Dubnov and directly from the biblical text - the Third Book of Kings.
It’s worth saying a few words separately about Lopukhin’s Explanatory Bible. It was this text that the compilers of this publication chose as introductory comments to Solomon’s books, although their interpretations existed before Lopukhin and continue to appear to this day. And yet, the fundamental long-term work, by modern definition, of a “narrow specialist” who set as his goal to popularize one of the greatest books of mankind - the Bible, without embellishing or speculating on its Word, deserves special attention, respect and gratitude.
King Solomon left several literary works for the edification of his descendants, the “survivability” of which many classics can envy - after all, his books have been republished and translated into different languages for more than two thousand years! And, what is especially surprising, all these twenty-plus centuries of Solomon’s wise thoughts do not lose their depth and relevance.
Many researchers have been engaged in the interpretation of Solomon's texts, but this does not mean that they are somehow incomprehensibly complex. On the contrary, his parables, aphorisms and psalms are distinguished by that special simplicity that is understandable to everyone and which helps to convey the meaning of what was said, as they say, from heart to heart. In his philosophy, which prescribes inviolability and cyclicality to the world, regardless of human passions and desires, seekers and doubters can still find peace, and his famous Song of Songs is still able to awaken sensuality in the disappointed or indifferent.
The publication that you are holding in your hands has collected under one cover the entire “literary heritage” of the legendary king: the book of Proverbs of Solomon and the famous book of Ecclesiastes, the texts of which, for ease of perception, we have grouped by topic, the Song of Songs and three psalms attributed to Solomon, as well as the book The Wisdom of Solomon, the authorship of which is still debated by researchers, and the apocryphal Psalms of Solomon, created later by an unknown author.
And finally, another riddle that Solomon told his descendants. In what year was he born, at what age did he ascend the throne? Scientists have still not reached a consensus on this matter. The brief date table that we have placed at the beginning of the book is compiled on the basis of traditional Jewish historiography, counting from the “Creation of the World,” and the chronography of Baruch Kaplinsky, based on the works of Josephus. The difference in dating in these two sources is more than 100 years! Having borrowed a series of events from traditional Jewish historiography, the compilers of this publication use the dating of B. Kaplinsky as the most common at present. At the same time, the historian S. Dubnov and the biblical scholar A. Lopukhin, whose authoritative articles we present in our book, send the legendary king to an even earlier period - before 1000 BC, and the discrepancy in dates is very small - only a few years.
Brief biography of King Solomon
Solomon (Heb. Shelomo, Shlomo, Arabic. Suleiman) is the third and greatest king of the Israeli people. David's second son from Bathsheba, Solomon, during his father's lifetime, was appointed his successor and ascended the throne as a 16-year-old youth.
A pupil of the prophet Nathan, Solomon was naturally gifted with a bright mind and insight. First of all, he took care to establish inner peace around the throne and surround himself with trusted persons, with the help of whom he could freely conduct both domestic and foreign policy. His reign became synonymous with peace and national prosperity. The Egyptian pharaoh gave him his daughter in marriage, for whom Solomon received as a dowry the important city of Gazer, which commanded the Philistine plain - this great road between Egypt and Mesopotamia.
Trade quickly developed, greatly contributing to the enrichment of both the court and the entire people. So many precious metals accumulated in Jerusalem that gold and silver, in the biblical expression, became equivalent to a simple stone.
Having arranged the internal affairs of the state, Solomon began the construction of the temple, which later became the most famous of temples not only for its internal significance, but also for its external splendor and beauty. At the same time, Solomon enjoyed the good services of his neighbor, King Hiram of Tyre, who supplied him with both timber and other building materials, as well as first-class artists and architects. The temple (begun in 480 after the exodus from Egypt, therefore, around 1010 BC) was built within seven and a half years, after which it was solemnly consecrated.
Neighboring sovereigns traveled from afar to see the Jewish king, the fame of whose wisdom and deeds had spread throughout the East. Such was the visit of the Queen of Sheba.
Solomon's luxury required enormous funds, which were supplied by rapidly developing world trade. Particularly important in this regard was the alliance with Tire, the main city of Phenicia, the then mistress of the Mediterranean and other seas. Trade from all Asian countries was drawn to him, but since all the main Asian trade markets were subordinate to Solomon, all trade necessarily passed through his possessions, and Tire itself was only, as it were, the richest port of Palestine, being completely dependent on it also in food terms, since it was the main and almost the only granary of the Phoenician cities.
To become even more independent from the Phoenicians, Solomon started his own fleet, whose ships made long voyages and brought both gold and rare works of art. King Solomon's ships reached the Pillars of Hercules. Trade gave Solomon's treasury a large annual income of 666 talents of gold (1 tal. = 125,000 gold rubles).
The parables of King Solomon are written as an appeal from a father teaching his son the wisdom of life, which actions can be considered pleasing to God and which are bad. Instruction to the son, as the heir, the person dearest to the real father, is conquered with his love and care. No one can blame a parent for moral teachings, by observing which his son will achieve human respect and God's blessing.
The Proverbs of Solomon are combined into 31 chapters, which list every conceivable situation in life and give advice on how best to act in each case. But if we consider them as a whole, the meaning of the instructions is similar to God’s 10 commandments, which must be observed by everyone who wants to live in peace and prosperity.
Solomon's advice can be downloaded on the Internet for free so that you can listen and study it at home without interference. Also, numerous sites offer to study the Bible online, helping to clarify unclear passages. Priests who interpret biblical texts help beginners and those simply interested in religion to pass the sacred Book through their hearts and souls, so that there are no omissions or understatements left.
Solomon means peace-loving. During the 40 years of his reign, Solomon did not enter into a single serious war, living up to his name. The country, under the leadership of a wise king, reached prosperity and wealth. There were legends about Solomon's wisdom: all the people who could not solve their problems on their own turned to the wise king for help, and everyone agreed with the king's decision
What do the parables of the king of Israel teach?
The parables of Solomon are the result of his life experience, which he passes on not only to his heir, but to all people who want to live in peace and harmony with their conscience. The fear of the Lord, which many readers of Solomon's parables take literally, means respect and veneration for the Divine covenant about how all people on earth should live.
The Book of Solomon's Proverbs is still relevant today. With the development of the Internet, you can read the instructions of the ancient king yourself online or download a video to your computer or disk. Many Christian sites make it possible to listen to the wise commandments of Solomon online.
Historically, no confirmation of Solomon's life in reality has been found. All information about the third king of Israel is taken from the Bible. It is believed that King Solomon built the Jerusalem Temple of unprecedented beauty and splendor.
The Legend of King Solomon
God gave Solomon a ring with which a person gains power over demons. Solomon managed to neutralize all the demons so that they could not interfere with the construction of the Temple, which his father David did not have time to complete. But the main demon, King Asmodeus, did not obey the will of Solomon, who could not understand the origins of the demon’s power.
Through deception and cunning, Solomon managed to lure Asmodeus into a trap and take him prisoner. The king settled the demon in the garden, entangling him with a chain engraved with the name of God. Asmodeus could not escape and carried out all the orders of Solomon, obeying the ring with the divine seal. The demon was forced to give up his witchcraft book and tell the secret of the worm Shamir, which could grind a stone of any size and was used in the construction of the Temple.
But King Solomon was overcome by curiosity about what power the demon had and what was its reason. For revealing the secret, the ruler of Israel threw off the chain from the demon and took his ring off his finger. At that same moment, Asmodeus became of gigantic proportions, connecting God’s world and the underworld with his wings. He tore the ring of God from the hands of Solomon and threw it into the sea, and threw the king himself into a distant country. He himself took on the appearance of Solomon and began to rule in his place in Jerusalem.
Solomon wandered for 3 long years in a foreign country, without renouncing God, accepting the well-deserved punishment for excessive pride, self-confidence, and curiosity. But one day he found his ring in the belly of a fish and was able to return to the palace. Asmodeus disappeared at that very moment, and Solomon began to rule Israel again. But he forever remembered his misadventures and drew conclusions so as not to make mistakes in the future.
Teaching his son and everyone who reads the parables of the wise king, Solomon warns future generations against the machinations of evil demons. Only in the name of God can one conquer one’s passions, ultimately winning victory over the machinations of the Prince of Darkness.
The Book of Solomon's Proverbs teaches those living to listen to their inner voice before acting rashly, regretting later the unrighteous act.
Solomon's moral teaching is divided into several topics, dealing with the education of young people, mature men, women, and rulers. Parables are similar to poems about the moral character of people living on earth, interpreting how a person who believes in God should act in a given case.
After the death of the king, numerous stories spread among the people about the wisdom of Solomon and his resolution of difficult everyday situations. Now it is difficult to distinguish between the imagination of the people and what really happened, but the story of the ring is one of the most famous legends about Solomon.
Nowadays, Solomon’s advice is set to music; the chant can be watched on video clips, listened to via a player, or downloaded to your disk.
Legend of Solomon's Ring
The parable of Solomon and his ring is presented on the Internet in several versions that you can read or listen to online. Those who wish can also download information from the Orthodox website.
The legend tells of a terrible famine in the country ruled by Solomon. Seeing people die cruel deaths, the king began to sell gold and jewelry to buy provisions and save his people. Seeing the senselessness of his actions, the king turned to the priest with a request to help him. The priest presented a ring, which in ancient times was considered a symbol of power, a magical sign of infinity and unity. The priest advised the young king to keep this ring with him at all times and in moments of emotional excitement simply hold it in his hands.
Arriving home, Solomon examined the inscription on the outside of the ring, made in an ancient language, which, however, Solomon understood: “Everything will pass.” At that moment, the young ruler understood the hidden meaning of the phrase and acquired the calmness that is so necessary when solving matters of national importance. Without a doubt, wisdom prevailed, and Solomon made the only possible decision in this situation.
Years passed, the king married and raised children. He always carried the ring with him as a faithful adviser. But one day the premature death of his beloved unsettled him. And the words that everything would pass caused protest and indignation. With rage, the king threw the ring, but managed to see on the inside another inscription that he had not seen before: “this too shall pass.”
It took a long time before King Solomon grew old. On his deathbed, both inscriptions on the ring no longer consoled him. Before death, it’s time to take stock of the life we lived, what we were able to achieve, and what everyone leaves to their descendants. To the astonishment of the king, another phrase was found on the edge of the ring: “nothing passes.”
Every person, having lived life, leaves a mark on it. But whether it is bad or good depends on what a person did during his lifetime and what words his descendants will remember.
The story can be watched on video online on the Internet and downloaded. You can also listen to this and other parables about King Solomon on Christian sites.
According to legend, King Solomon was buried with his ring. Many treasure hunters want to find a royal attribute, attributing magical power and authority to the ring. But where is the burial place of the wise king, no one knows.
The Legend of the Real Mother
Another life situation that Solomon supposedly judged, a story about a child. The story can be easily downloaded on the Internet for free, read or watch it online
Two women came to Solomon with a request to find out whose child was left to live. The women gave birth 3 days apart, but one of them accidentally crushed the baby in her sleep. Without thinking twice, the woman replaced the baby. When the second mother decided to feed the child in the morning, she saw that the baby was dead and did not belong to her. Disputes over whose child died led nowhere. It came to a fight, but none of the women wanted to retreat.
The royal decision horrified one of the women in labor - the king ordered to bring a sword and, having cut the living baby in half, give the halves to both contenders so that no one would be offended.
The true mother fell at the feet of the ruler and begged to give the child to her neighbor, saving the baby’s life. The second woman was satisfied with the royal decision and agreed to accept half of the child, knowing that her baby was already dead.
Solomon recognized the right of a real mother to a child - a natural mother will do everything for her child to live, even with a strange woman.
You can watch the story online on the Internet via video, or download it to your computer and listen carefully at home. All the stories about Solomon amaze with the fairness of the decision, regardless of the financial situation or official rank of the petitioners.
Perjury is a great sin and sooner or later it becomes obvious. Therefore, it is recommended to tell the truth in any situation so as not to be branded a liar among the people around you.
The legend of choice
One day, a certain man came to King Solomon for advice: what to do if, before every vital choice, a person cannot sleep peacefully, because he is constantly thinking about how to choose the right decision. The fear of making mistakes robs him of peace and sleep. And the more he thinks, the more doubts he has about the upcoming decision.
Solomon asked a visitor what he would do if he saw a child drowning in a river? He would rush to save someone else’s baby or pass by, justifying his action that he still wouldn’t have time to help the baby.
The visitor, without a shadow of a doubt and without hesitation, answered that no matter what, he would immediately rush to save the child from water captivity.
The king asked whether the decision to save the child would have changed if the event had happened yesterday or in the future. Having received a negative answer, Solomon said that a person chooses the only correct decision situationally. Therefore, he does not have to worry about whether he is doing the right thing. As long as his actions are consistent with his conscience and God’s teaching, a person has only one option for actions - the true and correct one. Therefore, there is no choice as such.
However, in affection for another person, you should act according to your heart. And the choice will appear only when a person changes - different habits, different priorities.
The visitor went home reassured and no longer suffered from insomnia.
Many people spend a painfully long time thinking about what to do in a given life situation. Meanwhile, the right decision depends on the moral values professed by each citizen. And a person acts according to his education and upbringing, on a subconscious level, separating good and evil.
They say that God once dreamed of Solomon and asked him about his most cherished desire, promising to fulfill it immediately. The king of Judah asked the Lord to give him intelligence and wisdom to rule the country. The wish was fulfilled, and the fame of the wisest ruler spread across different countries.
Later, Solomon learned to understand the language of animals and birds, to speak with animals living on land and in water. This knowledge was reflected in the stories about King Solomon, which were passed on from mouth to mouth. Today these stories can be downloaded on the Internet for free.
About the Snake and the Peasant
God entrusted the Snake with keeping the treasure, commanding him to sting the heel of everyone who encroaches on the treasure. But it so happened that there was a drought, the snake was dying of thirst. At this time, a man passed by with a jug of milk. The snake asked for a drink and promised to tell him where the treasure was hidden as a reward.
The peasant gave her milk to drink, and she showed her the stone under which the treasure was hidden. But when the man wanted to take away the treasures, the Snake remembered its purpose - to guard the treasures - and wrapped itself around the benefactor’s neck.
The peasant was indignant and offered to go to court to King Solomon so that he could determine which of them was right. The snake agreed, but did not get off his neck. So they came to Solomon.
Solomon forced the Snake to get off the peasant’s neck because the king must punish first, and only then his subjects solve problems among themselves.
The snake climbed off his neck, and the king, meanwhile, did not stop listening carefully to the story of their meeting and further actions. In response to the Snake’s words about the need to bite everyone who covets the treasure entrusted to it, Solomon said that every person, when meeting a snake, should break its head. At this saying, the peasant grabbed a stone and crushed the head of the insidious snake.
This story gave rise to the saying: “Break the head of the best of snakes.” The parable teaches us to respect the agreement and, if we had to break our obligations, we should not be cunning and shift the blame onto another, subjecting the innocent to punishment.
You can download these and other parables for free about the wise decision of the king of Israel, making you believe in the justice of the judge’s verdict.
How Solomon's parables are useful today
These and other stories highlight the moral high ground of King Solomon. Before putting his instructions to future generations on paper, the ruler himself suffered and understood God’s commandments, why in some situations one should act this way and in others differently. And therefore, the parables of Solomon cannot be considered as empty moral teachings. Only great love and concern for future generations of his heirs could push a person to write such a work.
A person is not immune from errors in judgment and behavior, but it is better to listen to the advice of the older generation than to fill one's shoes by testing the veracity of Solomon's teachings.
Numerous sites on the Internet help anyone who wants to develop spiritually to study the Bible. You can listen to the interpretation of learned theologians on individual chapters of Solomon’s parables, you can download material for self-study, listen to or read the text online in your spare time.
The Book of Solomon's Proverbs is a vivid example of the wise attitude of a ruler - a father - towards his people in the present and future.
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When King Solomon descended from the mountain, after meeting the sunrise, those gathered at the foot said: “You are a source of inspiration for us.” Your words transform hearts. And your wisdom enlightens the mind. We long to listen to you. Tell us: who are we? He smiled and said: “You are the light of the world.” You are the stars. You are the temple of truth. The Universe is in each of you. Place your mind in your heart, ask your heart, listen through your love. Blessed are those who know the language of God.
- What is the meaning of life?
Life is a journey, a goal and a reward. Life is a dance of Love. Your purpose is to blossom. TO BE is a great gift to the world. Your life is the history of the Universe. And therefore life is more beautiful than all theories. Treat life as a holiday, because life is valuable in itself. Life consists of the present. And the meaning of the present is to be in the present.
- Why do misfortunes haunt us?
What you sow is what you reap. Unhappiness is your choice. Poverty is a human creation. And bitterness is the fruit of ignorance. By blaming, you lose strength, and by lusting, you dissipate happiness. Wake up, for a beggar is one who is not aware of himself. And those who have not found the Kingdom of God within are homeless. The one who wastes time becomes poor. Don't turn life into vegetation. Don't let the crowd destroy your soul. Let wealth not be your curse.
- How to overcome adversity?
Don't judge yourself. For you are divine. Don't compare or separate. Give thanks for everything. Rejoice, for joy works wonders. Love yourself, for those who love themselves love everyone. Bless dangers, for the brave find bliss. Pray in joy - and misfortune will bypass you. Pray, but don't bargain with God. And know that praise is the best prayer, and happiness is the best food for the soul.
- What is the path to happiness?
Happy are the LOVERS, happy are the ones who thank. Happy are the peaceful. Happy are those who find heaven within themselves. Happy are those who give with joy and happy are those who receive gifts with joy. Happy are the seekers. Happy are the awakened ones. Happy are those who listen to the voice of God. Happy are those who fulfill their destiny. Happy are those who know Unity. Happy are those who have tasted the taste of God-contemplation. Happy are those who are in harmony. Happy are those who have seen the beauty of the world. Happy are those who open themselves to the Sun. Happy flowing like rivers. Happy are those who are ready to accept happiness. Happy are the wise. Happy are those who realize themselves. Happy are those who love themselves. Happy are those who praise life. Happy are the creators. Happy are the free. Happy are those who forgive.
- What is the secret of abundance?
Your life is the greatest treasure in God's treasury. And God is the jewel of the human heart. The wealth within you is inexhaustible, and the abundance around you is limitless. The world is rich enough for everyone to become rich. Therefore, the more you give, the more you receive. Happiness is at your doorstep. Open yourself to abundance. And turn everything into the gold of life. Blessed are those who find treasures within themselves.
- How to live in the light?
Drink from every moment of life, for unlived life gives rise to sorrow. And know that what is inside is also outside. The darkness of the world comes from darkness in the heart. Happiness is the sunrise. Contemplation of God is dissolution in the light. Enlightenment is the radiance of a thousand suns. Blessed are those who thirst for light.
- How to find harmony?
Live simply. Don't harm anyone. Don't be jealous. Let doubts purify, not bring powerlessness. Dedicate your life to beauty. Create for the sake of creativity, not for recognition. Treat your neighbors as revelations. Transform the past by forgetting it. Bring something new into the world. Fill your body with love. Become the energy of love, for love spiritualizes everything. Where there is love, there is God.
- How to achieve perfection in life?
Live in harmony! Be yourself!
When King Solomon descended from the mountain, after meeting the sunrise, those gathered at the foot said:
You are an inspiration to us. Your words transform hearts. And your wisdom enlightens the mind. We long to listen to you.
Tell us: who are we?
He smiled and said:
You are the light of the world. You are the stars. You are the temple of truth. The Universe is in each of you. Plunge your mind into your heart, ask your heart, listen through your love. Blessed are those who know the language of God.
- What is the meaning of life?
Life is a journey, a goal and a reward. Life is a dance of Love. Your purpose is to blossom. TO BE is a great gift to the world. Your life is the history of the Universe. And therefore life is more beautiful than all theories. Treat life as a holiday, because life is valuable in itself. Life consists of the present. And the meaning of the present is to be in the present.
- Why do misfortunes haunt us?
What you sow is what you reap. Unhappiness is your choice. Poverty is a human creation. And bitterness is the fruit of ignorance. By blaming, you lose strength, and by lusting, you dissipate happiness. Wake up, for a beggar is one who is not aware of himself. And those who have not found the Kingdom of God within are homeless. The one who wastes time becomes poor. Don't turn life into vegetation. Don't let the crowd destroy your soul. Let wealth not be your curse.
- How to overcome adversity?
Don't judge yourself. For you are divine. Don't compare or separate. Give thanks for everything. Rejoice, for joy works wonders. Love yourself, for those who love themselves love everyone. Bless dangers, for the brave find bliss. Pray in joy - and misfortune will bypass you. Pray, but don't bargain with God. And know that praise is the best prayer, and happiness is the best food for the soul.
- What is the path to happiness?
Happy are the LOVERS, happy are the ones who thank. Happy are the peaceful. Happy are those who find heaven within themselves. Happy are those who give with joy and happy are those who receive gifts with joy. Happy are the seekers. Happy are the awakened ones. Happy are those who listen to the voice of God. Happy are those who fulfill their destiny. Happy are those who know Unity. Happy are those who have tasted the taste of God-contemplation. Happy are those who are in harmony. Happy are those who have seen the beauty of the world. Happy are those who open themselves to the Sun. Happy flowing like rivers. Happy are those who are ready to accept happiness. Happy are the wise. Happy are those who realize themselves. Happy are those who love themselves. Happy are those who praise life. Happy are the creators. Happy are the free. Happy are those who forgive.
- What is the secret of abundance?
Your life is the greatest treasure in God's treasury. And God is the jewel of the human heart. The wealth within you is inexhaustible, and the abundance around you is limitless. The world is rich enough for everyone to become rich. Therefore, the more you give, the more you receive. Happiness is at your doorstep. Open yourself to abundance. And turn everything into the gold of life. Blessed are those who find treasures within themselves.
- How to live in the light?
Drink from every moment of life, for unlived life gives rise to sorrow. And know that what is inside is also outside. The darkness of the world comes from darkness in the heart. Happiness is the sunrise. Contemplation of God is dissolution in the light. Enlightenment is the radiance of a thousand suns. Blessed are those who thirst for light.
- How to find harmony?
Live simply. Don't harm anyone. Don't be jealous. Let doubts purify, not bring powerlessness. Dedicate your life to beauty. Create for the sake of creativity, not for recognition. Treat your neighbors as revelations. Transform the past by forgetting it. Bring something new into the world. Fill your body with love. Become the energy of love, for love spiritualizes everything. Where there is love, there is God.
- How to achieve perfection in life?
The wisdom of centuries, relevant to this day... King Solomon, who lived 900 BC. e., forever went down in history as a legendary ruler and a man of deepest wisdom. This is the third Jewish king who led his state to its highest point of development.
He did not ask God for glory or wealth, but only for “wisdom and knowledge” to “govern this people... great.” And the Lord gave him a “reasonable heart.”
This parable is attributed to King Solomon, whether it’s true or not, who knows...
But I think many will agree, no matter who these words belong to, they are endowed with a certain wisdom.
So, the parable itself:
When King Solomon descended from the mountain, after meeting the sunrise, those gathered at the foot said: “You are a source of inspiration for us.” Your words transform hearts. And your wisdom enlightens the mind. We long to listen to you. Tell us: who are we? He smiled and said: “You are the light of the world.” You are the stars. You are the temple of truth. The Universe is in each of you. Place your mind in your heart, ask your heart, listen through your love. Blessed are those who know the language of God.
- What is the meaning of life?
- Life is a path, a goal and a reward. Life is a dance of Love. Your purpose is to blossom. TO BE is a great gift to the world. Your life is the history of the Universe. And therefore life is more beautiful than all theories. Treat life as a holiday, because life is valuable in itself. Life consists of the present. And the meaning of the present is to be in the present.
- Why do misfortunes haunt us?
-What you sow is what you reap. Unhappiness is your choice. Poverty is a human creation. And bitterness is the fruit of ignorance. By blaming, you lose strength, and by lusting, you dissipate happiness. Wake up, for a beggar is one who is not aware of himself. And those who have not found the Kingdom of God within are homeless. The one who wastes time becomes poor. Don't turn life into vegetation. Don't let the crowd destroy your soul. Let wealth not be your curse.
- How to overcome adversity?
- Don't judge yourself. For you are divine. Don't compare or separate. Give thanks for everything. Rejoice, for joy works wonders. Love yourself, for those who love themselves love everyone. Bless dangers, for the brave find bliss. Pray in joy - and misfortune will bypass you. Pray, but don't bargain with God. And know that praise is the best prayer, and happiness is the best food for the soul.
- What is the path to happiness?
- Happy are those who love, happy are those who thank. Happy are the peaceful. Happy are those who find heaven within themselves. Happy are those who give with joy and happy are those who receive gifts with joy. Happy are the seekers. Happy are the awakened ones. Happy are those who listen to the voice of God. Happy are those who fulfill their destiny. Happy are those who know Unity. Happy are those who have tasted the taste of God-contemplation. Happy are those who are in harmony. Happy are those who have seen the beauty of the world. Happy are those who open themselves to the Sun. Happy flowing like rivers. Happy are those who are ready to accept happiness. Happy are the wise. Happy are those who realize themselves. Happy are those who love themselves. Happy are those who praise life. Happy are the creators. Happy are the free. Happy are those who forgive.
- What is the secret of abundance?
- Your life is the greatest treasure in God’s treasury. And God is the jewel of the human heart. The wealth within you is inexhaustible, and the abundance around you is limitless. The world is rich enough for everyone to become rich. Therefore, the more you give, the more you receive. Happiness is at your doorstep. Open yourself to abundance. And turn everything into the gold of life. Blessed are those who find treasures within themselves.
- How to live in the light?
- Drink from every moment of life, for unlived life gives rise to sorrow. And know that what is inside is also outside. The darkness of the world comes from darkness in the heart. Happiness is the sunrise. Contemplation of God is dissolution in the light. Enlightenment is the radiance of a thousand suns. Blessed are those who thirst for light.
- How to find harmony?
- Live simply. Don't harm anyone. Don't be jealous. Let doubts purify, not bring powerlessness. Dedicate your life to beauty. Create for the sake of creativity, not for recognition. Treat your neighbors as revelations. Transform the past by forgetting it. Bring something new into the world. Fill your body with love. Become the energy of love, for love spiritualizes everything. Where there is love, there is God.
- How to achieve perfection in life?
Live in harmony! Be yourself!
