Devotee:
Pranam, Gurudev.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Pranam.
Devotee:
For a long time, you were associated with a YouTube channel called "Hiranmaya Garva," where you provided various commentaries and episodes for the welfare of the people. Now, that same channel is making several derogatory remarks against you on social media. What do you have to say about this?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
I don't have much to say. I think Vidyasagar may no longer be with us, but his words certainly are. He once said, "You must have done him some great favor, which is why he is criticizing you." These are Vidyasagar's words, not mine. Why else would he abuse me?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Secondly, this is a matter of education. People won't take this well because it relates to educational qualifications. I've noticed one thing about this gentleman: he lacks education. There is a saying that a crow doesn't eat a crow's meat, but these days, crows eat everything. That is exactly what he is doing.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Can one person help another forever? A day comes when a person must stand on their own feet. But this is pure malice—or rather, jealousy. My channel is running well; ads have started appearing within three months, and the subscriber count has grown significantly. He cannot handle this. He has many subscribers himself, yet I feel no jealousy or malice toward him. I simply say—let him earn his living. Whatever is in one's destiny will happen. Malice, hatred, or complaining to God won't change that.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
His character is revealed through his writings. No person of character would write such things. Forget about educational qualifications for a moment—I haven't written anything against him, nor have I spoken a word until today. You all are telling me about this, and I'm getting phone calls from various places, but ultimately, he is the one being belittled. I am where I am, and I will rise further, but he is gradually sinking.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
I am grateful for one thing: he introduced me. I spoke because I had the knowledge, and I shared it freely so people could learn and understand. He doesn't have any special talent; people are just listening to what I said. How many people actually knew him before?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Even so, you are telling me these things—I don't watch his content. I see he is bringing up old issues again. I don't want to be his Guru, nor will I ever be. I once pulled him out of a "hellish" situation. Now, he will face trouble again, and I want to see who saves "Hiranmaya Garva" then.
Devotee:
Gurudev, many of your disciples are here, and they are upset about these derogatory comments. They believe that just as insulting a Guru is a sin, listening to such insults is an even greater sin.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
They don't understand any of that. They only understand money. They are jealous because ads are appearing on my videos. They say, "You won't get that money," as if the money belongs to their fathers! I speak, and the platform pays for it. He wrote to me yesterday saying I won't get the money. To hell with his money!
Devotee:
You are essentially saying that those who commit sins must face the consequences.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Exactly. He will suffer for it; why should I? There is a story about a mouse and a sage. A cat was chasing a mouse, so the sage took pity and turned the mouse into a cat. Later, a tiger chased the cat, and the sage turned it into a tiger. Eventually, that same tiger tried to eat the sage. The sage then said, "Punar Musika Bhava"—become a mouse again.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
I have the power to change things, but I won't. I, Shyamal Bhatta-Charya, do not get my hands dirty with such lowly people. I am an educated man.
Devotee:
We have seen that many disciples have come to tell you about these comments, and you have told everyone not to pay attention to them.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Yes, let him do what he wants. He will face the consequences in time. These people don't believe in Gurus or God; they only care about their self-interest.
Devotee:
On a personal note, will you take any legal action?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
What is the point of legal action? If I take action, a lot could happen, but why should I take the food out of someone's mouth? Let him earn his living. However, I will continue to release many more episodes. I might reach 500 episodes within a year; I've already crossed 100. I have a wealth of knowledge to share. Great scholars and wise men don't worry about these trivial matters. I know spirituality.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
My only point is this: earn your living, but do not exploit me. That is where I draw the line. If you keep using my episodes, I will object. I will write to YouTube and take legal help if I feel it's necessary. If he continues these derogatory comments, I will be forced to act.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
He talks about doctors? He has many, but I have fifteen doctors treating me. I don't need his advice. I have no fever, no cold, no cough. He was a beggar; I helped him grow by speaking the word of God. Now that he has seen some money, he has lost his way. People who have never seen money act like this when they finally get some. I have seen plenty of money in my life; I don't need YouTube money that badly. I just want people to hear the truth.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
He claims I took all his money? He should be ashamed. He is the one holding onto my money. He should return the laptop and the money he took from me. Does he think I'm a child? I have enough wealth to support ten people like him. I supported him once. There's no point in big talk. Don't provoke me further.
Devotee:
Pranam, Gurudev.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Pranam.