The heartbeat of the Swaminarayan fold pulses through a handful of key scriptures and texts that guide every step toward discipline, purity and devotion:

1. Vachanamrut
   • A treasure trove of over 250 discourses delivered by Bhagwan Swaminarayan from 1819–1830.
   • Five regional versions (Ahmedabad, Gadhada, Vadtal, Jetpur and Bhuj) capture subtle nuances of each setting.
   • Serves as spiritual GPS for daily life—still studied in homes and temples via Zoom satsangs and WhatsApp study circles.

2. Shikshapatri
   • A crisp handbook of 212 Sanskrit verses outlining moral conduct: non-violence, charity, respect for elders, vegetarianism and more.
   • Often called the “noble charter,” it hits the nail on the head when it comes to balancing ancient wisdom with modern ethics.

3. Satsangi Jeevan
   • Biography of Bhagwan Swaminarayan penned by Shatanand Swami.
   • Paints a vivid portrait of his childhood, miracles and unwavering commitment to social reform.

4. Shri Harililamrut
   • Composed by Brahmanand Swami, this poetic epic narrates Swaminarayan’s divine pastimes in Gujarat.
   • Read aloud during katha programmes and festival celebrations, from Gandhinagar to the recently inaugurated BAPS temple in London.

5. Swamini Vato
   • Anthology of aphorisms by Gunatitanand Swami, the first spiritual successor.
   • Packed with pearls of insight on samadhi (meditative absorption) and satpurush bhakti (devotion to the true guru).

6. Ancillary Texts and Modern Touchpoints
   • Commentaries on the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita and Shrimad Bhagavatam from a Swaminarayan lens.
   • Digital apps—thanks to the 21st century—let devotees stream kirtans, download e-versions of Vachanamrut and share reflections in global satsangs.

Together, these writings form the backbone of a tradition that fuses age-old Vedic ideals with a dash of contemporary flair, making purity and discipline feel utterly relevant—even in a world buzzing with 24/7 notifications.