Fault Is Of The Sufferer

There are times in life when we must endure suffering due to no fault on our part - or so it seems. In painful circumstances, we naturally question, "Why me? Am I wrong? It's not my fault!" Such situations may feel like the very definition of suffering.

In the book "Fault is of the Sufferer", Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan provides spiritual solutions to common and everyday forms of suffering such as dealing with difficult people, facing unhealthy relationships, challenges in family relationships, and marriage problems.

Among the myriad of spiritual books available, Dadashri offers a unique resource - addressing the age-old question: "So, am I wrong, or am I faultless?" He provides profound insight into the law of karma - explaining who is "The Doer", who is at fault, and what is the cause in every instance of suffering.

Excerpt:

IN NATURE'S COURT

There are many judges in this world, but in the world of karma, there is only one natural judge and justice : 'The Fault Is of the Sufferer.' This justice, the only justice, governs the entire universe. The justice of the world is illusionary justice and it perpetuates the worldly life.

Nature's law governs this world at all times. Those who deserve merit receive their merit and those who deserve punishment are punished. Nothing operates outside the law of nature. The law of nature is completely just, but because one does not understand it, he does not accept it. When one's understanding becomes pure, he will be able to accept nature's justice. As long as one has a selfish outlook, justice cannot be seen.

WHERE IS THE NEED FOR SUFFERING FOR THE LORD OF THE UNIVERSE?

The ownership of this world is ours. We are the masters of this universe. If this is so, then why do we suffer? We suffer because of our past mistakes. We are bound by our own mistakes. However once these mistakes are destroyed, we will be liberated. In reality, you are free, but you suffer bondage because of your mistakes.

What kind of justice prevails when you simultaneously play the role of the judge, the defendant, and the lawyer? This kind of justice will favor only you, and you will rule according to what suits you, causing you to continuously make mistakes and remain bound. The judge within you points out your mistakes and the lawyer within you defends them. In doing so, you become bound. For the sake of your liberation, you should find out who is at fault for the suffering you have to endure. The fault is always of the one who suffers. From the worldly perspective this may be considered unjust, but in God's justice, the fault is of the sufferer. No outside judge is required for God's justice.