Question: Why do the scriptures give so much importance to seeing and being physically close to a mahatma (spiritually enlightened being)? Amma: Mahatmas are those who have become one with the eternal truth underlying the universe. We must not consider them ordinary mortals. They are the visible manifestations of God. Even though God is all-pervading, we experience divine qualities in the presence of mahatmas. Even though there is wind...Continue Reading
Amma teaches that everyone — rich or poor — has the power to make a difference in the life of another, and that no selfless gesture is insignificant. Rather, it is the selfless actions we perform for one another that hold the keys to true peace — peace in the individual, peace in the community and peace among diverse cultures, nations and faiths. Receiving Amma’s embrace, many feel inspired...Continue Reading
United Nations Academic Impact – START/Amrita University Conference on Technology for Sustainable Development Serving in her role as Chancellor of Amrita University, Amma addressed researchers representing 93 leading international universities at a conference co-hosted by Amrita University and the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI). Mr. Ramu Damodaran, Chief, United Nations Academic Impact introduced Amma to the audience. Read his introduction HERE. AMMA’s Keynote address in New York on 8th July 2015 I...Continue Reading
AUM AMRITESWARYAI NAMAH Waves of love and harmony touched Singapore’s shores again through the presence of Mata Amritanandamayi (Amma), whose recent visit marked the 31st anniversary of Her international travels that began with this island city. Since then, Amma has returned year after year – comforting, uplifting and transforming Her Singapore children. Amma’s three-day 2018 Programme in Singapore was held between March 26th and 28th at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre....Continue Reading
