SSBK Guru Charitra

Under the guidance of Dr. Sri Lakshmi Srinivas Guruji, spreading devotion and knowledge through collective reading of Guru Charitra.

About SSBK-GC

Launched on January 1st, 2023, the Group Parayana initiative introduces an innovative approach to collective reading of the Guru Charitra. Each Parayana group, named after one of the 108 divine names of Lord Dattatreya, consists of 52 devotees divided into four sub-groups:Rigveda Team, Yajurveda Team, Samaveda Team, and Atharvaveda Team.

Two group leads provide guidance, and every Sunday, devotees collectively complete the Guru Charitra book by reading their assigned chapters from their respective locations and posting completion messages online.

About Guru Charitra
  • Author:Written by Sri Saraswati Gangadhar in the 15th-16th century.
  • Language:Originally in Marathi;now available in multiple languages.

Content:

  • Focuses on the life and teachings of Shri Narasimha Saraswati, a saint in the Datta tradition.
  • Explores lives of figures like Lord Dattatreya and Shripada Shri Vallabha.
  • Includes spiritual teachings:
    • Dnyan Kanda (Knowledge):Emphasizes knowledge and self-inquiry.
    • Karma Kanda (Action):Highlights righteous action and duty.
    • Bhakti Kanda (Devotion):Stresses devotion and surrender to the divine.
Benefits of Reading Guru Charitra

Spiritual Benefits:

  • Deepens devotion to Lord Dattatreya and spiritual masters.
  • Guides individuals on the path of self-realization and enlightenment.
  • Promotes inner peace and reduces stress.

Personal and Social Benefits:

  • Helps overcome challenges and obstacles.
  • Improves relationships through compassion and forgiveness.
  • Encourages ethical living and virtuous conduct.

Material Benefits:

  • Believed to bring prosperity and remove difficulties.

Note:The benefits are often experienced on a personal and spiritual level. Approach with sincerity and devotion.

Rules of SSBK-GC

Devotees should complete their assigned reading early on Sundays, ideally in the morning or by 4 PM. Completion messages must be posted in the respective group. Participation also contributes to Guru Seva and Samaja Seva by inviting others to join the initiative.

How to Join SSBK-GC?

Complete the form in this page and the SSBK-GC team will contact you: