Daily Meditation: Monday, July 20, 2026

Others’ failings - focus on the divine principle the dwells in each being

There is no merit in finding fault with others, it is all too easy. Besides everybody does just that. From now on, instead of focusing on the less glorious details, we need to concentrate on the divine principle that dwells in each being. Yes, why not nurture a sacred respect for that which is divine, immortal and eternal in humans? You would then be doing some positive work on yourself in addition to helping others. Whereas by focusing on their flaws, not only are you harming yourself by feeding on filth, but you are also hindering their advancement. So is there any wonder that you feel lonely? By continually criticizing others and emphasizing their failings, you are simply driving a wedge between them and yourself. When, by means of your soul and spirit, you learn to unite with all the souls and all the spirits on earth, when all that is best in you encounters all that is best in others, believe me, you will never feel lonely again.

Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov

See also ‘Walk While You Have the Light’, chapter XII

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Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov
a universal teacher, inspired by the sun

The universal message of Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov (1900 – 1986) is in accord with that of all the great Masters of humanity. His teaching sheds light on the great cosmic laws governing our life and provides practical methods that enable us to develop our full spiritual potential and work for a more harmonious life for all.

“Through my teaching, I wish to give you everything you need to know about human beings: how they are built, their relationship with nature, the exchanges they must make with the universe, so that you can learn to drink from the sources of divine life. …ˮ

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