Should we Take Care of this Body as well? Let’s hear from Radhanath Swami
Life — By RNS Online on November 19, 2010 at 8:38 am
Question to Radhanath Swami: Sometimes we have to think of our body and have to take great care of our body, especially during disease. Is that ok?
Radhanath Swami: How to realize the soul? By simply using this precious and sacred body that God has given us in harmony with the true interests of the soul. We like to eat, so we eat prasäd, food sanctified by first offering it to God. We like to speak, so we speak transcendental subject matters. We like to hear, so we hear transcendental subject matters. And we use our sense of movement to act for the welfare of others. So, to use this body that we have in harmony with the actual self-interest of the soul is the path of realization. The easiest process to accomplish this is Nama Sankirtan, using the body to dance for Krishna and using the sense of speech to chant the names of Krishna. It is a beautiful experience which has a very, very, very powerful effect of awakening our original natural consciousness.
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Radhanath Swami Maharaj’s reply not only answers the question but nourishes us spiritually!
That’s spiritual logic.
Radhanath Swami gives the answer with true realisation. As Radhanath Swami recommends using the body in the service of Lord would creat the compatibility with the soul and we will be happiest ever.
yes very true..
Great reply….it is true that one has to engage his body in devotional service & that is the best use of the body for the soul……..
Wonderful answer… our bodies are instruments to be used in the service of the Lord and should be taken care of accordingly.
Answering the question in very unique way and also showing us, how to use this body accordingly.
Very nice answer by Radhanath Swami. In shashtras also this body has been compared with the boat using which we can get out of the ocean of nescience.
Radhanath swami maharaj is inspiring every one by his example and the results which he has given to the society.
Radhanath Swami gives us the balance between managing the body and caring for the soul.
This is how we start using everything in the service of Lord-beginning with using one’s bodies.
Nice reply..body is also precious and sacred..if used in interest of soul that is to serve God.
Very clear by Radhanath Swami. Take care of the body and use it in God’s service.
Thank you Radhanath swami for clarifying this doubt.
Thank you Maharaj for giving such a clear answer -
“the body is a sacred gift of God to be used in His service”.
Simple and Sublime. Wonderful answer by Radhanatha Swami.
Thank you very much
God consciousness is a very practical, uplifting experience.
Yes, we have to use this body in harmony with the true interest of the soul.
Thank you Radhanath Swami Maharaj for the right perspective to take care of the body.
Radhanath Swami is so nicely sharing how to use this body..
Radhanath Swami is so nicely teaching us how to use this body..
Very wonderfully explained the practical way to tread the path of God Consciousness.
Wonderful. I would have liked to hear more on this topic.
This is both beautiful and powerful
JAI.. Maharaj explains so nicely, to the point. We need to really work on what Maharaj is instructing. thanks.
Nice teachings by HH RNSM
Thank U very much
Indeed a beautiful experience !
Wonderful explanation! So many times this can be so confusing for spiritual seekers, but Radhanath Swami has made this so clear.
Radhanath Swami-Nama Sankirtan, using the body to dance for Krishna and using the sense of speech to chant the names of Krishna
Wonderful answer by Maharaj.
Well said!
In relation to GOD, even this body becomes a treasured possesion to be engaged in His service, and thus, to be cared for.
His Holiness Radhanath Swami Maharaj has shown the perfect way to care for our body, Krishna Conciousness!
Wonderful, but I have to wonder if this was Maharaja’s response in its entirety?
HH Radhanath swami maharaj very nicely explained the importance of body in spiritual life.
Without the body, we cannot do any spiritual activity. However beyond that there is no real value for the body!
Radhanath swami telling the real renunciation,given by the god as a gift in the service of krsna
Rather neglecting body, Maharaj is giving us the best way to treat and maintain the body for upliftment of soul.
Thanks Maharaj
We understand that real spiritual life is about utilizing ourselves in positive engagements and not just denying the bodily functions. Thank you Radhanath swami.
fantastic answer. Thank u.
very practical. thanks to swamiji for the wonderful answer
Radhanath Swami: How to realize the soul? By simply using this precious and sacred body that God has given us in harmony with the true interests of the soul. very nice
Thank you
Simple yet profound answer by Radhanath Swami Maharaj!
Nicely explained why and how to take care and utilize our body for spiritual progress.
Take care of your body but for using it for the process of self realisation. Crystal clear message by HH Radhanath maharaj
Beautifully explained….thank u
This is wonderful realization by Gurudev and teaching us how to use our body in the service for Krishna.Jai Gurudev!!!
perfect reply
HH Radhanath Maharaj always have wonderful and touching answers.
Radhanath Swami explains the importance of keeping the balance in spiritual life and use everything int he service of the Lord
Radhanath Swami Maharaj’s answer covered entire philosophy.
We should take care of the body so that our purpose of life can be achieved. Body is like a vehicle that carries the soul. If the vehicle is broke down, how will the soul, the passenger will reach the destination – self realization? Always HH Radhanath Swami’s answers are perfect. Thanks very much.
Very nice and clear answer to a question which so many of us have had no answer for.
This is ver fundamental understanding given by Gurudev. Jai Gurudev!!!
A very nice example of how to use this body to attain Krishna Consciousness.
Very nicely explained Maharaj.
Wonderful explanation by Swamiji
thank you for sharing.
very nicely explained by swamiji!!
This body belongs to God too and Maharaj explained it so sweetly encouraging everyone to take care of this body as a service to God.
MAharaj himself takes care of his body by doing yoga and pranayam regularly
Thanks a lot maharaj…
Very nice answer Maharaj.
Very nice.
Thank You Maharaj.
H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj has explained very comprehensively and yet briefly how the body has to be used and why the body has to be taken care. Thank you Maharaj.
A spiritualist is someone who is best at actually taking care of his/her body, even they aspire for liberation from the very same “material” body citing it to be a misery and the soul source of all our trials and tribulations. Radhanath Swami in this answers how it is true.
This is a profound and relevant quote to us all.
Thank you very much
Thank you making us understand how to take care of the Soul temple
great answer. Thank u.
Thank you Maharaj ji for making us understand how to utilise our body in service of God.He told us to make a balance between body and soul.He showed us the way of being happy.
Radhanath Swami explains the complex relationship between body and soul in such a simple and practical manner.
very inspiring
radhanath swami is an excellent spiritual master and at the same time is very pure and compassionate towards every creatures of the god’s creation,
Perfect question, and another perfect answer from Radhanath Swami.
Wonderful answer from Radhanath Swami.
This is a profound explanation given by Radhanath Swami on how to use our body as a steeping stone to go back home back to godhead.
very nicely explained.thank you.
Thank you Maharaj.
Wonderful & practical reply
Thank you Radhanath swami for sharuing this information!
Thank you Radhanath Swami Maharaj for this practicle instruction on how I can use my body for Krishna’s service.
Maharaj really explains with his own true realization
Perfect answer – very nicely explained how everything can be used in the service of Lord including this body.
Only a spiritualist has a holistic view of life… Radhanath Swami proves it yet again.
All Glories To H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj
A very beautiful explanation of the question.
Hare Krishna
Wonderful explanation of how to live life! Thank you Radhanath Swami.
Radhanth swami’s teachings are always very practical.
thank you.
Tremendous answer by Maharaj!
“the body is a sacred gift of God to be used in His service”.Wonderful point by Maharaj. Jai Gurudev.
Quite practical way to “spiriualize” our lives!
Good Reply !!!
Good answer from Radhanath Swami
great answer!
All Glories To H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj
A very beautiful explanation.
Hare Krishna.
Wonderful ANSWER !!! It help us to understand that how we can utilize our body in the service of lord KRISHNA . Thank you very much maharaj for this wonderful answer.
Its great to be part of it. Thank you Maharaj
It seems like such a challenge to balance material needs and spiritual goals. However, we’re so blessed with the wisdom of Rupa goswami, that we don’t deny the body, but we simply deny the wrong motivations.
Great reply, really we should never neglect our body, it can always be engaged in Krishna’s service
Thank you for this wonderful post.
Clear and concise answer
perfect reply
such mature understanding of spirituality of swamiji gives us direction to follow spirituality in our life
H.H.Radhanath Swami told the answer in a very simple language
Great and deep impact of Naam sankirtana. Thank you H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj for nurshing us.
Relevant question and great answer by Radhanath Swami!
very nicely explain
Such a clear explanation how we can utilize each of our need keeping God in the centre.
Perfect!
THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT KNOWLEDGE
Really this sankirtan movement is the greatest benediction and its scientific as explained by Swamiji – using everything including this body to awaken the dormant soul
beautiful answer that encompasses all the relevant points of body & soul!
Thank you maharaj for suggesting us how to use our body in the service of the lord. Radhanath swami ki Jai.
to use this body that we have in harmony with the actual self-interest of the soul is the path of realization.
perfect answer….
What HH Radhanath sweami says is perfect. In all situations try to somehow connect to God like eating Prasad, chant and dance.
All Glories To H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj
A very Profound explanation.
Hare Krishna.
If the body is looked upon as a vehicle for carrying the soul to a higher destination, then one would know exactly how much time we should be spending in taking care of the body.
a crystal clear explanation
The principle is not of denial but of harmony between the needs of the body and soul. Wonderful explanation!
perfect answer. thank you for sharing this wonderful article …
Wonderful comment on the utility principle
Thankyou Maharaj, for perfect answer
Krishna has given the body to serve Him and thus we should utilize it for this purpose only.
Perfect Question.. Perfect Answer…
yes body is very important for getting perfection in spiritual life.
spiritual life is very practical as proved by Swamiji
I like the very practical and yet uncompromising answers from Radhanath Swami.
Thank you, Maharaj
Thank you Radhanath Swami for instructing us to care of this body and utilise this body in the service of God.
THANKS FOR THE NECTAR
thanks maharaj
Right answer maharaj.What is the use of body if we dont use for spiritual purpose
Right answer maharaj.What is the use of body if we dont use for spiritual purpose.Body and soul togethor then only person can be happy.thanks.
Right answer maharaj.What is the use of body if we dont use for spiritual purpose.Body and soul togethor then only person can be happy.his holliness radhanath ki jay.
Maharaj whatever answer you give are perfect.Thank you for doing so much for humanity.
Excellent answer by Radhanath Swami
Very nicely explained thank you very much.
wonderully explained of how to use everything in the service of the Lord
wonderully explained of how to use everything in the service of the Lord
wonderully explained of how to use everything in the service of the Lord
wonderully explained of how to use everything in the service of the Lord
Common misconception in our heart. But Radhanath Maharaj as always lighten up torch of Knowledge to remove nescience from our heart.
Wonderful answer by Radhanath Swami!
Thank you so much Radhanath Swamiji
Radhanath Swami makes revival of our original natural consciousness very simple by using our body to dance in kirtan for Krishna and chant his holy names. Perfect combination for enlightening our body and soul.
Radhanath Swami is uncompromising and still balanced. What a combination!
amazing information….
thank you maharaj
Beautiful answer from Radhanath Swami!!!
wonderful answer
Thanks for this wonderful nectar.
Body is a temple. Where resides the Lord, Parmatma. We need Your guidance all the time….. to maintain this temple in the service of the Lord.
Thank You Maharaj.
How beautifully Maharaj proves the Mayavada theory wrong – “do not take care of the body.. body is going to die. it is false.. etc.”
Our body is also Krishna’s energy. So, it is to be used in His service only. That will awaken the dormant love for Him.
Thank you so much Maharaj.
Thank you Maharaj for such a wonderful answer
Radhanath Swami in such a simple way explains how to realize that we are the soul and not the body.
Thank you maharaj for this simple & wonderful answer.
thank you very much maharaj
spiritually logical!
Very systmetically described by Maharaj how to use ones body in Krsihna Conciousness.
thank you for nice reply….
Amazing.Wonderful answer.
Radhanath Swami tells us the secret to realize the soul – that is – By simply using the precious and sacred body that God has given us in harmony with the true interests of the soul.
Thank You very much Maharaj
Clear and straight forward answer with real depth.
Thank you very much for a clear answer.
Radhanath Swami answers each & every question so perfectly & precisely !
Hare Krishna !
simple and precise… thanks for sharing.
very practical answer. thanks for sharing.
very nice reply thanks
Very nicely explained by Radhanath Swami Maharaj ! Hare Krsna !
Using everything in the service of Krishna!!
Its with this human body that we can engage in devotional service… so this body is indeed very precious.
So nicely explained….thanks for sharing.
Radhanath Swami Maharaj gives an awesome answer!
Here is the perfect reason for taking care of our body. We cannot serve the Lord properly in a diseased state. Thank you so much Swamiji.
its a soul touching answer……………thank u so much swamiji
Thank you Radhanath Swami for teaching us how to use this body for the service of the Lord.
Thank you so much
HH Radhanath Swami gives one of the best answers to to keep the body and soul together for achieving the perfection of life.
Very nicely explained by Maharaj as to how one must use everything for the pleasure of Krishna.Thanks Maharaj for this wonderful insight.
HH Radhanath Swami’s explanation appears very simple yet very profound. When we engage our body and senses in the service of Krishna and lead a complete Krishna Conscious life, there is no need to take care of the body, in other sense, we don’t get any diseases. In another way, body is automatically taken care of, in a best way. Believe it or not its my experience.
it is so practical
Very true…
Thank you for sharing..
HH Radhanath Swami’s gives the answer to keep the body and soul together.
Thank you Radhanath Maharaj.Hare Krsna !
very encouraging
one for the best articles on this website… thanks a lot.
thank you so much maharaj
wonderful. Radhanath Swami is simply wonderful
Simply superb ! Jay Sri Radhanath Maharaj ! Hare Krsna !
Thanks to Radhanth swami for this answer, it is through using body to follow the instructions of GOD we realize that we are not this body but spirit soul, so it is very important to take care of this body. Such a nice way of answering.
Very nice.
vow… practicing God consciousness is so practical!!! Thanks to Swami.
That is so realistic
Thanks for sharing. Nice read.
i was thinking baout the same thing. Thanks for sharing this.
wow very nice
This is just very nice. Thank you very much for this facility.
Amazing!
Perfect answer – All glories to HH Radhanath Swami Maharaj
Simple, straightforward and sublime. Thank you HH Radhanath Swami Maharaj.
wonderful!!
Wonderful analogy given and explained so nicely that how to take care of bodly needs in real way. Thanks a lot.
Thank you Radhanath Maharaj for this beautiful description of how to engage the body in service of the Lord.
Wonderful!!!
Very important message by Radhanath Swami Maharaj!
Very nice article.Thank you for sharing ! Hare Krsna !
Very good answer! True, we have to take care of the body as it is through the body that we can serve the Lord and perform devotional activities.