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This book is a spiritual guide that explains the five places where God resides according to Hindu scriptures. The author, Jai Dayal Goyandka, was a renowned scholar and founder of Gita Press, a publishing house that has been spreading the message of the Bhagavad Gita and other Hindu texts for over a century. The book covers the following topics:The first place where God resides is in His own abode, which is beyond the material world and full of bliss and knowledge. This is the ultimate destination of all souls who attain liberation from the cycle of birth and death.The second place where God resides is in the hearts of His devotees, who love Him unconditionally and surrender to His will. God reciprocates their love and protects them from all dangers and difficulties.The third place where God resides is in the holy places, such as temples, rivers, mountains, forests, etc., where He manifests His presence and power. By visiting these places and performing worship and service, one can purify one’s mind and senses and receive God’s grace.The fourth place where God resides is in the scriptures, such as the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, etc., which reveal His names, forms, qualities, activities, and instructions. By studying thesescriptures and following their teachings, one can develop faith and devotion in God and understand His purpose and plan.The fifth place where God resides is in the saints, who are His pure representatives and messengers. They are endowed with divine qualities and virtues and exemplify the ideal way of life. By associating with them and learning from them, one can attain spiritual enlightenment and realization.