Dear sundersathji! We believe that all Souls have descended on this worldly stage among the diverse world communities, including Hindu, Muslim, Christian and many others, simply to see this material drama.  As we began to see this world more, we began to forget our originality.  Many worldly layers such as our name, family, and culture obscured our 'soul vision.'  The pride of our worldly identity overwhelmed all of us.  We forgot what it really means to be a Sundersath, a Nijanandi, or a Pranami.   Sri Nijanand Sampradaya's sole purpose is to awaken that true identity through the realization of One Supreme Truth God, our Lord Sri Prannathji.  This realization, according our Holy Books can come only by practicing the path of 'ananya prem' or unparalleled selfless love for Akshrateet ParBrahmn.

This simple question-answer styled presentation comes to you as the Divine Grace of our Lord Sri Raj Shyamaji.  By unfolding the layers of our ignorance, they will lead you closer to our Lord, His Abode, and fill your heart with the Divine Joy of the blissful sports of Paramdham.  All a seeker needs to do is to focus on the intent of spiritual awakening or Jagni, regard the Divine Wisdom of Lord Prannath as the Words of the Supreme Brahmn, and then experience the joy of Nijanand (Pranami) Sampradaya.

Most sundersath devotees regard Sri Kuljam Swaroop and Sri Bitak Saheb as our Divine Guides, of course in addition to a True Master (Satguru), as we live in this world.  But, how many of us ever examined our practices and understanding of the Wani?  In this Question-Answer series, you will be charged with the hard facts about our belief system.  At first, you may not understand everything or may find some explanations senseless or even against your present values and beliefs, particularly if you have never heard before Dharmavir Jagni Ratan Jagdish Chandraji or attended a camp organised by Sri Nijanand Jagni Abhiyaan.  But, every serious sundersath must understand these solid facts and let them reflect in their life.

While 'Prannathji' or 'Sriji Sahebji' is the central focus of Sri Nijanand (Pranami) Sampradaya, the name itself has remained as one of the most misunderstood and most twisted topic of the time.  Factual realization of Prannathji can occur only by studying the Holy Kuljam Swaroop, which primarily remained locked in the hands of the select-few for centuries.  The Maya is very powerful.  Today, when the Divine Wisdom is available to all of us in variaties of mediums, it has stolen all our time during which we can read, listen and contemplate upon it.

Upon reviewing this material in light of Prannathji's own Holy Words, you will discover Prannathji as 'Nij Mool Pati' or Aksharateet PuranBrahmn.  You will discover Prannath who is NOT a devotee of Lord Sri Krishna like Mira, Narsinha and Vallabhacharya.  You will discover Prannath who is NOT a Unitarian saint like Guru Nanak, Dadu or Kabir.  You will discover Prannath who is NOT an incarnation of Lord Vishnu!

Your Kuljamic discovery will reveal that the name 'Prannath' signifies the presence of Aksharateet Supreme Brahmn's powers within the persons of Sri Krishna, Prophet Muhammad, Sri Devchandraji and Sri Mehraj Thakur for specified life duration!  This is the area, which is not well understood not only by our sundersath, but also by some preachers, which is the cause for unproductive friction.  As you will read further, you will discover that there is a lack of honest exploration of the Wani in our Faith.

In the age of Jagni, we must discuss the deep subjects of our faith openly to remove our doubts.  We humbly request to all Pranami religious leaders, Vidwans and Sundersath devotees to read--and re-read these questions without any bias. Please forgive us for errors and bring any suggestion to our attention or directly communicate with Sri Nijanand Ashram Ratan Puri or Vadodara.  Everything presented here is according to our conscience and to the teachings of the Holy Kuljam Swaroop and Bitak Saheb, as we have understood it.  As Pujya Sarkar Sri always says, "we are prepared to retract from any of our understanding provided a particular belief is proved to us by these two Holy Books that our belief or understanding is defective or wrong."  We have already narrowed down our choice from the many gods to One God.  And now, we pray our Lord that He brings all of us to One True Realization of our Lord Prannath.  In this period of Jagni, let us see Him with the Kuljamic Eyes--the Lord's Own Eyes through His Holy Words.

While we respect other's viewpoints, we must also bring out the Kuljamic Truth -- as we have learned and experienced -- for the benefit of all.  We constantly pray our Lord so all living beings on this earth may receive a truly Kuljamic Enlightenment.

Stay Awake, and Awaken others !
Jago and Jagao.

Pranam.  Pranamji.
 
 
 

In the present information age, as the world is coming closer, the need for interfaith harmony is on its peak.  This period has been very difficult, particularly for those sundersath devotees, who are trying to find Kuljamic meanings for their day-to-day life problems arising out of their interaction with the interfaith world.

Due to the language barrier, and lack of faith-related education, the sundersath devotees avoided going to the original sources, and preferred to simply follow the instructions of their individual Gurus (masters).  Rather than seeking answers from their Book of Faith, the Holy Kuljam Swaroop and the Holy Bitak Saheb, in desperation, some even chose to find their answers outside of their faith.  As a result, the quality of practice of the faith deteriorated.

More and more sundersaths disconnected themselves personally from the images of the faith as they related their life situations with outside 'not-in-Bitak' characters and images.  This created a wide gap of differences in beliefs and practices.  The differences in perception of Prannathji began to divide the sundersath society, which was struggling for unity from its very inception.

Misinformation, miscommunications, lack of ethical compliance, inefficient use of the resources, lack of clear vision, absence of leadership, lack of interest of the educated class in the religious matters and their reluctance to question the actions of their Gurus simply aggravated the problem.  In such a troubled time, a ray of hope emerged.  It loudly sounded these words:

"Don't believe me, verify what I say with the Wani.
Don't just do what the Guruji says.
Shatter your faith in authority.
Restore the authority of Faith (Wani).
Always Consult Your Home Base: The Wani!"

These questions are presented for the benefit of all sundersath devotees.  If taken positively, they will definitely trigger an awakening spark of true realization of self and our God Aksharateet Prannathji.  This is also our effort to fulfill the promise that we all made in front of our Lord:
 

Because all world religions are covered in principle, if not by name, in the Holy Kuljam Swaroop and Sri Bitak Saheb, both Krishna and Muhammad are found throughout the Wani.  Christ, Moses and many others are regarded to have unified within Prophet Muhammad.  And, eventually, Krishna and Muhammad unify in the Noori Prannathji or Aksharateet who is the focus of Sri Nijanand Sampradaya.  For all sundersath devotees, it is now time to discard the belief that inclusion of Koran and Muhammad in the Divine Wisdom has only historical significance, and no divine significance.

Since these questions address some very deep philosophical aspects of the faith based on its primary knowledge base, they will be beneficial to all sundersath devotees. Principally, they ask the reader to go back to your HOMEBASE--THE WANI, then examine the different aspects of his/er faith keeping in mind the basic principles for reading the Holy Kuljam Swaroop, which are included in this questionnaire.  They may allow you to take a fresh look at the State of Your Faith.

To some, they may seem completely new and ridiculous, since they never heard such arguments before as they relate to the Divine Wisdom, the identity of faith, identity of Aksharateet, and the distinction between Sri Krishnaji, Sriji Sahebji and Sri Prannathji.  One may even find certain contents in this presentation a little distasteful, against one's faith or disrespectful to one's Ishta or principal god.  We urge you to take an EXIT from the domain of feelings and try to focus on the true intent of these questions as they relate to OUR Faith.

It is extremely important for a sound faith not to take anything for granted, and what is given to us traditionally.  While we value the faith-building traditions, we must also be prepared to let go the faith-deteriorating traditions.  It is essential that the readers treat each question spiritually and with open mind, putting all biases aside.

Remember that the traditionals do not want you to know this truth.  Disregard any noise that may discourage you from examining it.  This is not about "good art of speaking or arguing and misleading the simple-natured sundersath devotees."  This is all about educating the 'otherwise educated' sundersathji!  Finally, it is up to you to set your faith standard based on your evaluation of these questions."  This is one way to create an environment for 'Wani Manthan' among the Sundersath society. This is awakening about the Kuljamic ideas--not about any person or organization. We pray our Lord that He may give strength to all to listen to and digest the Truth.

We must make all efforts to fight out maya with the sword of the Divine Wisdom and the shield of unflinching faith.  As we do this, we also realize the fact that such a truth can not come from us without the Divine help.  Everything happens only according to Sri Rajji's Will.  Therefore, let's plant this prayer in our hearts.

Prayer for Awakening
It's All About Sri Rajji's Ishak (Divine Love)

Dear Sundersathji!

It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 The Holy Words do not pierce through our heart.
It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 We fail to truly realize our Lord Sri Rajji.
It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 We win or lose in this worldly drama.
It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 Some times, we are misled.

It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 Some realizes Him more, some less and others not at all!
It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 We attain doubtlessness.
It is for the fact that Sri Rajji wants to show His Ishak,
 We experience or not, His Ishak.

Everything is dependent upon Sri Rajji's Ishak.
And, His Ishak can not be understood without His Hukum (Will).
If He wishes, all can be realized in less than a moment.
One may keep good company (satsung) for one hundred years,
But, without His Will, none can understand the depth of His Ishak.

1. What should be the Ultimate Human Quest according to the scriptures?
2. What should be the Ultimate outcome of this quest?
3. Do the Scriptures of the East and the West points to different Gods or the same?
4. How should one view a Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, or else in spiritual sense?
5. What are the key criteria for a true religion?

6. How can I understand that God is only ONE?
7. Is the worship of many different deities and angels appropriate?
8. What is the name of Aksharateet Supreme Brahmn?
9. What is the significance of THIS current period, the 28th Kaliyug?
10. Why is human birth considered so important for liberation?

11. How should a human soul worship God?
12. What should a soul do to attain Eternal Bliss?
13. Is a True master or a Satguru essential on the path to eternal bliss?
14. What are the criteria of a True Master or a Sat Guru?

15. What are the two types of Knowledge or Vidyas?
16. What category does the Divine Tartam Knowledge fell in?
17. What are the two most important factors in qualifying an individual to receive this Divine Wisdom?

18. What is the form of God?  Or, Is God formless?
19. What about God's Abode?

20. Has the Kalki Avatar or the Budha Nish-kalanka Avatar arrived yet?
21. How many Universal Bodies or Purushas are there?
22. How many Universes are there?
23. What is the reality about this world?

24. Is this creation subject to dissolution?  What are the different categories of dissolution?
25. What exactly is stated in Shrimad Bhagvatam regarding Maha Pralaya?
26. Why should imperfection (illusion or Maya) come out of the perfect Brahmn?
27. What is the nature of Brahmn and the world?
28. Many scriptural interpreters explain body as Kshar, jiva as Akshar and Lord Maha Vishnu as Uttam Purusha Aksharateet.  Is this explanation accurate in light of the Divine Wisdom?
29. Are there more than one category of Souls (Srishtis or consciousness) in human form at this time in our world?
30. Are 'Jiva' and 'Atman' same or different in spiritual sense?

31. Is the Day of Final Judgement near?  What will happen at the End Time?

32. Who are we spiritually? Who is our God? Where is our Eternal Abode?
33. Where are we at present?  Why? Where is our Lord Prannathji or Aksharateet at present?  Where is our par-atman (oversoul) at this time?
34. How can we be assured if Atman resides in our body?  Or do we just walk on faith that it does reside in us?
35. What is Jiva and Maan (mind), and how can we separate them?

36. Since we must live in the world full of Maya, how should we live the life?  Should we live the life within the laws of Karma?  I have not come to anything so far that tell me clearly how you should live the life.  There are no do and don'ts or commandments of any sort.  If we don't follow the laws of Karma, how do we know what is right and wrong?  Who decides what is good and evil?
37. Is it worth seeking "love" in this world?  Is it worth seeking happiness in this world?
38. How can we tell if we have been blessed with Lord's Grace to begin the work of Jagni? Does every sundersath have to comply with the slogan: "Jao and Jagaao?" Do both these processes occur simultaneously or first Jago and then Jagaao?
39. Are we awake or in dream spiritually?  How is this spiritual dream different from the one that we get when we are asleep?  Who is really awake at this time in the large scheme of things--from this world to Paramdham? Is Akshar Brahmn awake at this time?

40. Please explain in simple words, what do you really mean by 'Aksharateet?' What does the name 'Mahamati' mean?
41. What is the meaning of 'Pranam?'  Why are we called 'Pranami?'
42. Who founded Sri Krishna Pranami Dharma (SKPD)?  When?  Why are we called with different names like 'Nijanandi', 'Pranami', and 'Sri Krishna Pranami'?  Why is sundersath society divided on the issue of Identity?
43. What is the view of the past and present experts and leaders on this subject of identity?
44. What are the main differences between 'Sri Krishna Pranami' and the 'Nijanandi' faith?
45. Is there a specific dress code for the preachers of Sri Nijanand Sampradaya?  Why some ware plain white clothing while others ware saffron colored cloths similar to those worn by the Hindu sanyasins?

46. In the previous question, you mentioned the word 'Bihists.'  What does that really mean?  How does it explain the distinction between Sri Krishna and Sriji Sahebji?
47. Who was Prannathji: a pluralist (sarva-dharma-samanvayi) saint or an inclusivist saint or an exclusivist saint?
48. How significant and relevant is the subject of Prannathji's Pehechan for today's Sundersath? How is Prannathji described in Kuljam Swaroop and Bitak?
49. Tell me more about our True belief of Sri Prannathji.
50. In today's interfaith environment, exclusivist-like views and beliefs claiming supremacy of one over the other are regarded divisive and seen as a major obstacle to world harmony.   How do you justify your belief?

51. What is the name of Aksharateet in Tartam?  Are there more than one versions of Tratam?  Did anyone change Tartam recently?
52. What are all other references with Nijnam Sriji Sahebji?
53. In "Bhagvat no Saar" chapter in Kuljam Swaroop: Prakash (G): 33/6, Sriji says: Teh matey hun kahyu eam, nahin toh ramat jeh kidhi sri Krishna | Eah naam nu tartam mein kem kehevaye, saath sambhari juvo jiv mahen || What does this chopai mean?  Please explain this in light of the entire chapter.

54. Which Swaroop of the Supreme Brahmn do we worship?
55. Don't we worship the child (Baal) Krishna of 11 years and 52 days?
56. Explain our Worship in Tradition.  What do we worship in our temples?

57. Who should be regarded higher?  Devchandraji or Prannathji?
58. Where is the True Gadi of Aksharateet Sri Prannathji?
59. Please tell me about the Pilgrimage for Sundersath devotees.
60. Is it appropriate for the sundersath devotees to perform devotional pilgrimage to Brij, Gokul and Brindavan near Delhi like the three Puris?

61. In general, people think that all human souls are the same.  There is no difference between jiva and atman. Prannathji speaks of three categories of human souls.  This sounds disturbing.  Please explain how apparently divisive Prannathji is a true spiritual unifier?
62. The last chapter of the Tartam Sagar “Par na aavey toley eakney” sings the glory of Sri Krishna.  Why do you recite Tartam with “Nijnam Sriji Sahebji”?

63. Are all sundersaths required to engage themselves in the work of Jagni, or just a few select?  Is Indrawati's ‘Kaul’ (pledge for awakening) every sundersath's Kaul?
64. Many believe that there should be a central authority for determining authenticity of religious practices.  How appropriate it is to authorize the three Puris to make all Jagni related decisions?

65. What is the connection between Bhagvatam, Tartam and Sundersath?
66. Is Pranami faith an offshoot of Vaishnavism?
67. Shouldn't we meditate upon Sri Krishna's sports of Brij and Raas?
68. Some recent pictures of Mool Milawa show that the Brahmn Srishti souls are seated in three rows.  Also, some of these pictures read: "The Brahmn Srishtis are talking to Sri Krishna."  Are these presentations appropriate?
69. Please clarify regarding the need for a Satguru and a Gadipati in Sri Nijanand Sampradaya.

70. Why is there a trend of changing the names of our temples?
71. What are most common celebrations for Sundersath? Why some sundersath devotees do not celebrate Janamastmi and Prannath Jayanti?
72. Is it appropriate to include Wani-based celebration of ceremonies such as birth, death, marriage, Griha Pravesh (House Warming), Business Opening?

73. Are Sri Krishna and Sri Rajji same? Is it okay to equate Sri Radha with Sri Shyamaji?
74. Please provide citations from Bitak Saheb that clearly separates Sri Rajji from Sri Krishnaji.
75. Why is Sri Krishna regarded as Puran Brahmn in the Hindu Scriptures?
76. Can the followers of other faith, particularly, Non-Hindus, accept Tartam with Sri Krishna's name?
77. Lord Shankara narrated the Amar Katha to Uma.  He said: Padmavati ken sardey vindhya prushtey virajita |Indrawati naam sa devi, bhavishyanti kalau yugey || (Sundari Trantram).  Did Lord Shankara also tell that Lord Sri Krishna would come in Pannaji? Give relevant Wani's citation
78. In Pannaji, in the Darbar (palace) of Maharaji Chhatrasalji, Abdul Rasul, the Kaji of Mahobba, and Hindu Digvijayi Pandits Sunder, Vallabh and Badri accepted Prannathji as Puran Brahmn Allah Ta-a-la and bowed their heads in Prannathji's lotus feet.  Did they do this by accepting him as Sri Krishna, the Puran Brahmn?

79. Names of Aksharateet in Kuljam Swaroop:
80. Did Aksharateet Par Brahmn relieve us from the worship of fire, water and stone idols or did He suggest in any way to do this?  Give Wani's citation.  Why then some Krishna Pranami preachers have started placing and worshipping Sri Krishna's idol?  In some places, we see the idol of Sri Prannathji being worshipped, and Bhog being offered.  Is this Kuljamically appropriate?

81. When was the first Swaroop Saheb Printed? Is there a mention about 'Sriji Sahebji' in it?
82. Is there any controversy concerning the Holy Bitak Saheb?
83. What should be our approach to straighten out these disputable matters?
84. Please clarify more, the distinction between Sriji Sahebji (Sri Prannathji) and Sri Krishnaji.

85. Please summarize Sri Prannathji's message for the Puzzled Hindu World
86. Please summarize Sri Prannathji's Questions to all Hindus, which He asked in 1678 Haridwar Kumbh Mela
87. Please summarize Sri Prannathji's message for the Islamic and Christian world
88. How do you compare Aksharteet with Christian belief of Triune God?
89. Does this mean that Sri Nijanand Sampradaya is a Hindustani version of Christianity?
90. What are the key-reasons for lack of unity among the sundersath devotees?

91. Can you summarize what is the stand of Sri Krishna Pranami experts and organizers about the key areas of our faith?  How a Sri Krishna Pranami’s views differ from a ‘Nijanandi?’

92. What is the focus of Pujya Sarkar Sri's second book 'Satya Darshan?' How is it different from his first book 'Sansar Aur Mera Bharthar?'
93. What is the last published message of Pujya Sarkar Sri that you think all Pranamis must read, think and understand?

94. What are the Pre-requisites for a true sundersath? Which are the deadly Weapons of Maya about which every sundersath should stay alert at all times? What is the step-by-step approach to realize Supreme Lord Aksharateet?
95. Please explain some Practical Tips for Reading the Holy Kuljam Swaroop
96. What is I get bored or if the audience get bored with the Wani?
97. Regarding the interpretation of Kuljam Swaroop, is it true that there can be more than one meanings of a chopai?  No one is right or wrong.  Why should anyone argue about the interpretations by others?

98. What are the key characteristics of a Sundersath?
99. What are the key life principles for all sundersath devotees?
100. What can be a one simple prayer for a sundersath in today's busy life?
101. What is the best way to become spiritually pure?
102. How should a sundersath respond in situations of pain and pleasure?
103. What is the best way to Win Eternity?
104. What should be a sundersath's Best Business?
105. As we do our routine life activities, where should we maintain our inner focus?
106. What is the biggest sacrifice to pass the test of a sundersath?
107. Some sundersath devotees read the holy Kuljam Swaroop a lot, some preachers talk about the Holy Wani a lot.  However, often, we don't see its true positive effect in their life.  Why?
108. What do we have to do NOW as a sundersath devotee?