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Which scriptures or writings are followed by Radhasoami seekers?
Radhasoami seekers don’t lean on a single, rigid scripture the way some traditions do; instead, heart and soul rest in a tapestry of Sant Mat writings and the recorded wisdom of its masters. At the core lies the “Sar Bachan,” a collection of Shiv Dayal Singh’s discourses, where every sentence feels like an invitation to dive deeper into the inner sound current. Alongside, the “Ghat Ramayan”—his poetic marvel—spells out the journey of the soul in allegorical verses, offering both map and compass.
Moving down the lineage, the talks and letters of subsequent masters—Soami Ji Maharaj, Baba Jaimal Singh, Sawan Singh, and Jagat Singh—are treasured. These teachings often appear in volumes simply titled “Sant Recordings” or “Spiritual Elixir,” each page echoing with practical guidance on meditation practice. In modern times, Charan Singh’s “Spiritual Perspectives” and “Philosophy of the Masters” have become go-to companions for anyone wading through the basics.
Rather than canonical edicts, seekers also draw inspiration from selected Sikh scriptures. The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh and the devotional verses of Kabir and Nanak find a warm welcome, underscoring the universal thread connecting all souls. Samarth Ramdas’s “Dasbodh” occasionally pops up, too—its down-to-earth counsel harmonizes nicely with Radhasoami’s emphasis on inner discipline.
Today’s digital age has sprinkled another layer onto this rich canvas: online satsangs, podcast series featuring archival talks, even apps designed to guide silent meditation. In a post-pandemic world hungry for genuine connection, these offerings keep the tradition as fresh as morning dew—showing that while sacred texts ground the path, the true scripture lives in every beat of the inner sound current.