The document summarizes the author's experience studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, the author found contradictions and did not understand the relevance to everyday life. Through persistent study and contemplation, the author gained insights about how the Gita deals with topics like the individual, existence, universe, time and cosmic consciousness. The author came to realize the Gita's role is not to provide a blueprint, but to inspire universal blossoming for all.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's mind and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance and work for global unity and harmony.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's understanding and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar has studied the Bhagavad Gita for over 20 years. While he initially found contradictions in its teachings, he became convinced that its message enlightens beings to progress from ignorance to self-realization. He realized that fully understanding the Gita is impossible, but studying it can start an exciting journey of enlightenment. Reciting the Gita helped shift his paradigm and immerse himself in cosmic consciousness beyond his intellect.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, it inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened him to new understandings and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's understanding and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's mind and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance and work for global unity and harmony.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's understanding and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he found contradictions in the text that puzzled him. However, he continued reciting it and internalizing its teachings. Over time, he realized the Gita enlightens one on the journey from ignorance to self-realization. It deals with principles at individual, social and universal levels. Complete understanding is impossible, but studying the Gita aids in blossoming one's cosmic consciousness and empowering one to transcend the intellectual and material realms.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar has studied the Bhagavad Gita for over 20 years. While he initially found contradictions in its teachings, he became convinced that its message enlightens beings to progress from ignorance to self-realization. He realized that fully understanding the Gita is impossible, but studying it can start an exciting journey of enlightenment. Reciting the Gita helped shift his paradigm and immerse himself in cosmic consciousness beyond his intellect.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, it inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened him to new understandings and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar shares his experiences studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, he was put off by perceived contradictions in the text and an individualistic message. Through persistent study and reflection, he realized the Gita deals with an individual's relationship to existence, the universe, time, and cosmic consciousness. It provides guidance for different stages of human development. While not a blueprint, the Gita inspires a universal vision of blossoming for all. Studying the Gita opened Dr. Kashalikar's understanding and empowered him to live with unconditional acceptance.
Democracy & Stress Management Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
O documento discute como a democracia saudável depende da consciência, aspirações e florescimento do povo, não de seus desejos egoístas. Também explora como a conexão com o "eu verdadeiro" por meio de práticas espirituais como a meditação pode levar aos governantes pensamentos universais benévolos. A solução global proposta é transformar o individualismo em preocupação com o bem-estar de todos através da prática de Namasmaran.
World Famous Prayer Interpretation By Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
[1] This prayer seeks happiness, health, and well-being for all, with no grief.
[2] While some object to prayer seeing it as weakness, the author explains prayers help connect to infinite cosmic powers and remove "blocks" like ego that develop in humans.
[3] Prayers and chanting help reconnect us to the empowering source of consciousness and remove feelings of isolation, reestablishing our link to the greater whole, like leaves reconnecting to the roots of the tree.
The Power Of Namasmaran Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses the power of Namasmaran (remembrance of the divine name). It addresses common questions about what benefits are gained from the practice. It argues that Namasmaran does not guarantee any specific gains and that practitioners still experience difficulties. Instead, Namasmaran serves to remind us of our true nature and identity beyond physical limitations, helping us overcome fear, insecurity, anxiety and feelings of helplessness. By realizing our inherent power and ownership through the practice, the usual questions about expected benefits become meaningless.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar reflects that in the past he only communicated on superficial levels and was unable to express absolute truth due to limitations of language and apprehension about criticism. Over time, through self-introspection, he has gained an understanding that allows him to interact with greater honesty by acknowledging the complexities of communicating one's inner experiences and subconscious. He questions whether this new perspective is a result of his practice of NAMASMARAN.
Dharma refers to everything one does to connect with the truth from birth to death, through all activities, times of day, and places around the world. It includes not just religious and scientific activities, but all spiritual and yoga practices aimed at realizing the underlying truth and harmony of the universe. Dharma's purpose is the welfare of all mankind across religions and regions, as well as the entire universe. Intellectual pursuits without emotional connection can lead to disjointed thinking and conflict between groups, but the essence of Dharma can be found everywhere truth is pursued, from individuals to organizations to the natural world. All forms of thought must ultimately mature into the insights of Dharma for people to experience the innate
The document discusses three main points about spiritualism and the practice of namasmaran.
The first point is that forgetting yourself in memory of God through namasmaran helps free you from obsessive thoughts and feelings about yourself. The second point is that renouncing relationships through namasmaran allows you to see relationships more objectively over time. The third point is that different philosophical perspectives can be harsh, so it is important to ask questions, seek answers through one's own experiences, and verify answers through sadhana like namasmaran with patience.
Dharma And Cosmic Dynamics Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
This document discusses the relationship between microcosmic and macrocosmic phenomena in the universe and how human perception and cognition create a sense of separation from nature. It argues that struggles in human behavior and society arise from this perceived separation. Dharma represents emulating the orchestral workings of the universe by accurately fulfilling one's role. Practicing namasmarn, or remembrance of the divine, allows individuals to blossom into an objective state merged with nature's core and experience greater harmony.
Marathi, Mahatma Gandhi And Namasmaran Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
1) Political leaders are trying to gratify themselves by promoting sectarian ideas around language and identity, while opponents disguise themselves as broad-minded.
2) As a common man, the author feels torn between protecting his self-respect and livelihood, and embracing a more unifying attitude.
3) The solution is for common people to understand that feelings of inadequacy or fear of domination are generalized, and to rise above obstacles through growth rather than reacting viciously.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar was born in 1951 in Maharashtra, India. He received his medical education from BJ Medical College in Pune. After graduating, he and his brothers established a hospital in the remote village of Adeli, where he worked for three years. He then moved to Mumbai to further his studies in philosophy and science, joining GS Medical College. While there, he worked with slum dwellers, mill workers, and the visually impaired. He has written over 40 books and 500 articles on varied subjects, sacrificing royalties to make them freely available online. Currently, he focuses on interdisciplinary study, writing, research, and practicing total stress management.
This document discusses the human need for beliefs and superstitions. It argues that beliefs are instinctual, emotional, and intellectual, and determine behavior. While scientific theories are considered intellectual beliefs, they cannot truly be verified. All people, including scientists and philosophers, depend on some beliefs or convictions to cope with uncertainty. The only way to overcome prejudices from superstitions may be through self-realization beyond the senses, which is said to be possible through NAMASMARAN meditation.
Super Success & Superliving Dr Shriniwas Kshalikardrsprasadi
Success is defined differently depending on the stage of life and occupation. For a newborn, success is taking their first breath. For a toddler, it is getting a toy from their mother. For an athlete, success is winning an Olympic medal, while for a scientist it is receiving a Nobel Prize. However, true super success is facilitating the fullest potential of all people by sharing spiritual and material treasures with billions. This represents the culmination of all smaller successes.
Concept Of Holistic Medicine Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
1) Holistic medicine emerges from the realization that different medical disciplines are interconnected rather than separate. It views the human body and health in a unified, comprehensive way.
2) Those who integrate or are open to dialogue between medical disciplines exhibit satvika gnana or enlightened knowledge, while those who adhere rigidly to one discipline alone and oppose holistic medicine exhibit tamasa gnana or ignorance.
3) Holistic medicine is trans-religious, trans-national, trans-cultural, and trans-ideological. It aims to understand life's multi-dimensional complexity and the continuity between concepts from different medical disciplines like allopathy and Ayurveda.
The Common Root Of Science, Philosophy And Behaviour Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
Superliving is the common root and culmination of science, philosophy and behavior. While science, philosophy and behavior appear different, they are all flowers from the same tree of reality within us. Reaching the common root of these through practices like NAMASMARAN allows one to experience their oneness and enjoy life more fully, which is the essence of superliving.
Applied Physiology Healing Physiology Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
Applied Physiology or Healing Physiology refers to applying knowledge of physiology to improve daily human life. It teaches about diet, exercise, sleep, clothing, water intake, yoga, sunlight exposure, and other lifestyle factors. It aims to guide people on preventative healthcare and optimizing well-being through understanding physiological interactions both inside and outside the body.
Ecstasy Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
This document discusses the indescribable nature of spiritual experiences like self-realization. It explains that intellectual explanations of concepts like the beginning of the universe differ from spiritual explanations based on direct knowing and being. Descriptions of Brahman and the soul can seem erroneous without direct experience of the state of being. Similarly, concepts like love, peace, and a kind God are difficult to understand without experiencing them. True understanding comes from direct experience rather than explanations.
Unconditioned Acceptance, Love And Respect Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses the feelings of despair, loneliness, and emptiness that can arise during spiritual practice even while practicing remembrance of God. It describes how an individual who has evolved beyond material pleasures but not yet experienced divine love can feel restless and unsatisfied. This transitional state can lead to bitterness and doubts. Persisting in spiritual practice and realizing the ever-present divine love and acceptance of the Guru can help one overcome this difficult period.
Violence & Gita Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses misconceptions around violence in the Bhagavad Gita. It states that the Gita does not advocate violence, but rather advocates remembering one's true self and fighting against forgetting oneself, which is considered the true violence. Violence in the Gita refers to forgetting family, teachers, and society through mean and ungrateful behavior. The Gita asks us to focus on our true self through yoga in order to behave in a self-realized manner for the benefit of society. It advocates fighting against what detracts from self-realization, which is considered the real violence or adharma.
The document discusses the concept of NAMASMARAN, which refers to the remembrance or chanting of a divine name. It states that understanding NAMASMARAN becomes deeper through practice, and it gradually becomes the core of one's personality. NAMASMARAN is seen as a way to go beyond selfish motives and experience a relationship with one's Guru and cosmic self. While it was initially seen as a way to lead to social progress, the document now argues it would lead to social changes in a less predictable way and is part of the cosmic consciousness expressing itself through enlightened beings over time.
Swami Vivekananda Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary is celebrated as Youth Day in India. He inspired generations worldwide to develop inner strength and help society progress. The document suggests that chanting names of God, or NAMASMARAN, could help solve personal and social problems as it requires no particular belief system and can be practiced by anyone.
1) Accidents and other problems are caused by policies that prioritize production of private vehicles like cars and motorcycles over public transportation like buses and trains.
2) This leads to issues like increased fuel consumption, road wear and maintenance costs, pollution, traffic jams, accidents, overcrowding of public transportation and stress/tension for travelers.
3) The root cause is policies driven by private interests rather than public health; changing policies to prioritize and improve bus services would help reduce accidents and other issues in a holistic manner.
Democracy & Stress Management Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
O documento discute como a democracia saudável depende da consciência, aspirações e florescimento do povo, não de seus desejos egoístas. Também explora como a conexão com o "eu verdadeiro" por meio de práticas espirituais como a meditação pode levar aos governantes pensamentos universais benévolos. A solução global proposta é transformar o individualismo em preocupação com o bem-estar de todos através da prática de Namasmaran.
World Famous Prayer Interpretation By Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
[1] This prayer seeks happiness, health, and well-being for all, with no grief.
[2] While some object to prayer seeing it as weakness, the author explains prayers help connect to infinite cosmic powers and remove "blocks" like ego that develop in humans.
[3] Prayers and chanting help reconnect us to the empowering source of consciousness and remove feelings of isolation, reestablishing our link to the greater whole, like leaves reconnecting to the roots of the tree.
The Power Of Namasmaran Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses the power of Namasmaran (remembrance of the divine name). It addresses common questions about what benefits are gained from the practice. It argues that Namasmaran does not guarantee any specific gains and that practitioners still experience difficulties. Instead, Namasmaran serves to remind us of our true nature and identity beyond physical limitations, helping us overcome fear, insecurity, anxiety and feelings of helplessness. By realizing our inherent power and ownership through the practice, the usual questions about expected benefits become meaningless.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar reflects that in the past he only communicated on superficial levels and was unable to express absolute truth due to limitations of language and apprehension about criticism. Over time, through self-introspection, he has gained an understanding that allows him to interact with greater honesty by acknowledging the complexities of communicating one's inner experiences and subconscious. He questions whether this new perspective is a result of his practice of NAMASMARAN.
Dharma refers to everything one does to connect with the truth from birth to death, through all activities, times of day, and places around the world. It includes not just religious and scientific activities, but all spiritual and yoga practices aimed at realizing the underlying truth and harmony of the universe. Dharma's purpose is the welfare of all mankind across religions and regions, as well as the entire universe. Intellectual pursuits without emotional connection can lead to disjointed thinking and conflict between groups, but the essence of Dharma can be found everywhere truth is pursued, from individuals to organizations to the natural world. All forms of thought must ultimately mature into the insights of Dharma for people to experience the innate
The document discusses three main points about spiritualism and the practice of namasmaran.
The first point is that forgetting yourself in memory of God through namasmaran helps free you from obsessive thoughts and feelings about yourself. The second point is that renouncing relationships through namasmaran allows you to see relationships more objectively over time. The third point is that different philosophical perspectives can be harsh, so it is important to ask questions, seek answers through one's own experiences, and verify answers through sadhana like namasmaran with patience.
Dharma And Cosmic Dynamics Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
This document discusses the relationship between microcosmic and macrocosmic phenomena in the universe and how human perception and cognition create a sense of separation from nature. It argues that struggles in human behavior and society arise from this perceived separation. Dharma represents emulating the orchestral workings of the universe by accurately fulfilling one's role. Practicing namasmarn, or remembrance of the divine, allows individuals to blossom into an objective state merged with nature's core and experience greater harmony.
Marathi, Mahatma Gandhi And Namasmaran Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
1) Political leaders are trying to gratify themselves by promoting sectarian ideas around language and identity, while opponents disguise themselves as broad-minded.
2) As a common man, the author feels torn between protecting his self-respect and livelihood, and embracing a more unifying attitude.
3) The solution is for common people to understand that feelings of inadequacy or fear of domination are generalized, and to rise above obstacles through growth rather than reacting viciously.
Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar was born in 1951 in Maharashtra, India. He received his medical education from BJ Medical College in Pune. After graduating, he and his brothers established a hospital in the remote village of Adeli, where he worked for three years. He then moved to Mumbai to further his studies in philosophy and science, joining GS Medical College. While there, he worked with slum dwellers, mill workers, and the visually impaired. He has written over 40 books and 500 articles on varied subjects, sacrificing royalties to make them freely available online. Currently, he focuses on interdisciplinary study, writing, research, and practicing total stress management.
This document discusses the human need for beliefs and superstitions. It argues that beliefs are instinctual, emotional, and intellectual, and determine behavior. While scientific theories are considered intellectual beliefs, they cannot truly be verified. All people, including scientists and philosophers, depend on some beliefs or convictions to cope with uncertainty. The only way to overcome prejudices from superstitions may be through self-realization beyond the senses, which is said to be possible through NAMASMARAN meditation.
Super Success & Superliving Dr Shriniwas Kshalikardrsprasadi
Success is defined differently depending on the stage of life and occupation. For a newborn, success is taking their first breath. For a toddler, it is getting a toy from their mother. For an athlete, success is winning an Olympic medal, while for a scientist it is receiving a Nobel Prize. However, true super success is facilitating the fullest potential of all people by sharing spiritual and material treasures with billions. This represents the culmination of all smaller successes.
Concept Of Holistic Medicine Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
1) Holistic medicine emerges from the realization that different medical disciplines are interconnected rather than separate. It views the human body and health in a unified, comprehensive way.
2) Those who integrate or are open to dialogue between medical disciplines exhibit satvika gnana or enlightened knowledge, while those who adhere rigidly to one discipline alone and oppose holistic medicine exhibit tamasa gnana or ignorance.
3) Holistic medicine is trans-religious, trans-national, trans-cultural, and trans-ideological. It aims to understand life's multi-dimensional complexity and the continuity between concepts from different medical disciplines like allopathy and Ayurveda.
The Common Root Of Science, Philosophy And Behaviour Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
Superliving is the common root and culmination of science, philosophy and behavior. While science, philosophy and behavior appear different, they are all flowers from the same tree of reality within us. Reaching the common root of these through practices like NAMASMARAN allows one to experience their oneness and enjoy life more fully, which is the essence of superliving.
Applied Physiology Healing Physiology Dr Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
Applied Physiology or Healing Physiology refers to applying knowledge of physiology to improve daily human life. It teaches about diet, exercise, sleep, clothing, water intake, yoga, sunlight exposure, and other lifestyle factors. It aims to guide people on preventative healthcare and optimizing well-being through understanding physiological interactions both inside and outside the body.
Ecstasy Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
This document discusses the indescribable nature of spiritual experiences like self-realization. It explains that intellectual explanations of concepts like the beginning of the universe differ from spiritual explanations based on direct knowing and being. Descriptions of Brahman and the soul can seem erroneous without direct experience of the state of being. Similarly, concepts like love, peace, and a kind God are difficult to understand without experiencing them. True understanding comes from direct experience rather than explanations.
Unconditioned Acceptance, Love And Respect Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses the feelings of despair, loneliness, and emptiness that can arise during spiritual practice even while practicing remembrance of God. It describes how an individual who has evolved beyond material pleasures but not yet experienced divine love can feel restless and unsatisfied. This transitional state can lead to bitterness and doubts. Persisting in spiritual practice and realizing the ever-present divine love and acceptance of the Guru can help one overcome this difficult period.
Violence & Gita Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
The document discusses misconceptions around violence in the Bhagavad Gita. It states that the Gita does not advocate violence, but rather advocates remembering one's true self and fighting against forgetting oneself, which is considered the true violence. Violence in the Gita refers to forgetting family, teachers, and society through mean and ungrateful behavior. The Gita asks us to focus on our true self through yoga in order to behave in a self-realized manner for the benefit of society. It advocates fighting against what detracts from self-realization, which is considered the real violence or adharma.
The document discusses the concept of NAMASMARAN, which refers to the remembrance or chanting of a divine name. It states that understanding NAMASMARAN becomes deeper through practice, and it gradually becomes the core of one's personality. NAMASMARAN is seen as a way to go beyond selfish motives and experience a relationship with one's Guru and cosmic self. While it was initially seen as a way to lead to social progress, the document now argues it would lead to social changes in a less predictable way and is part of the cosmic consciousness expressing itself through enlightened beings over time.
Swami Vivekananda Dr Shriniwas Janardan Kashalikardrsprasadi
Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary is celebrated as Youth Day in India. He inspired generations worldwide to develop inner strength and help society progress. The document suggests that chanting names of God, or NAMASMARAN, could help solve personal and social problems as it requires no particular belief system and can be practiced by anyone.
1) Accidents and other problems are caused by policies that prioritize production of private vehicles like cars and motorcycles over public transportation like buses and trains.
2) This leads to issues like increased fuel consumption, road wear and maintenance costs, pollution, traffic jams, accidents, overcrowding of public transportation and stress/tension for travelers.
3) The root cause is policies driven by private interests rather than public health; changing policies to prioritize and improve bus services would help reduce accidents and other issues in a holistic manner.
Tejaswi Drushti Bestseller For Super Eyesight Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikardrsprasadi
This document provides a 15-step routine for eye exercises and relaxation techniques. Each step provides instructions for specific eye movements or visualizations exercises to be repeated 10 times. The routines include instructions to shift gaze between close and distant focal points, rotate the eyes in clockwise and counterclockwise patterns, and move the eyes between different positions on an imaginary clock face. The overall document promotes the 15-step routine as a method for eye health and relaxation.
The document summarizes the author's experience studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, the author found contradictions and did not understand the relevance to everyday life. Through persistent study and contemplation, the author gained insights about how the Gita deals with topics like the individual, existence, universe, time and cosmic consciousness. The author came to realize the Gita's role is not to provide a blueprint, but to inspire universal blossoming for all.
The document summarizes the author's experience studying the Bhagavad Gita over 20 years. Initially, the author found contradictions and did not understand the relevance to everyday life. Through persistent study and contemplation, the author gained insights about how the Gita deals with topics like the individual, existence, universe, time and cosmic consciousness. The author came to realize the Gita's role is not to provide a blueprint but to inspire universal blossoming for all.
Lição 12: João 15 a 17 – O Espírito Santo e a Oração Sacerdotal | 2° Trimestr...OmarBarrezueta1
Esta lição é uma oportunidade para discutirmos um assunto multo mal interpretado no contexto cristão, que é o fato de algumas pessoas pensarem que o conhecer Jesus é ter a nossa vida mudada em todas as áreas, como se Deus tivesse o dever de transportar-nos deste mundo para um outro mundo onde muitas coisas maravilhosas que desejamos seriam reais. No entanto, a nossa fé não nos tira do mundo após nos convertermos; ao invés disso, permanecemos vivendo sob as mesmas circunstâncias. O propósito de Deus não é nos tirar do mundo, mas nos livrar das ações do maligno (Jo 17.15), Sendo assim, a vida eterna não significa estar fora da realidade deste mundo, mas conhecer o único Deus verdadeiro (Jo 17.3).
Tales of This and Another Life - Chapters.pdfMashaL38
This book is one of the best of the translated ones, for it has a warning character for all those who find themselves in the experience of material life. Irmão X provides a shrewd way of describing the subtleties and weaknesses that can jeopardize our intentions, making us more attentive and vigilant by providing us with his wise pages, reminding us between the lines of the Master's words: "Pray and watch."
Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
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Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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2. GURURBRAHMA GURURVISHNUH
GURURDEVO MAHESHVARAH
GURUH SAKSHAT PARABRAHMA
TASMAISHRI GURAVE NAMAH
I salute my Guru, who is Brahma, Vishnu and
Mahesh called Gunamaya i.e. the penultimate
truth; and the Parabrahma; i.e. the ultimate truth.
Apparently I wanted to study something world famous and
ultimate in every sense; and hence I began the study of
Gita. But now it appears that there was much more to it
than this. Whether I studied Gita or Gita herself made me
study her, is a moot question and I feel; the latter may be
truer.
When I seriously began to study Gita; about twenty years
ago, I found many contradictions in her.
For example, in 4th chapter, Krishna says in the same verse,
(Chaturvarnayam maya srustam…) that he created four
VARNAs and also he did not create them. Also, even as
Krishna advocates the war (tasmat uttishtha kaunteya
yuddhaya kruta nishchaya…2nd chapter, nirashi nirmamo
bhootva yuddhaya kruta nishchaya.. 3rd chapter), he also
upholds nonviolence and control of mind in most of the
chapters e.g. (ahinsa satyamakrodham.. 16th chapter,
moodhagrahenamatnoyat …17th chapter, ) as a virtue.
Similarly, Krishna disapproves Arjuna’s arguments in 1st
chapter about VARNA SANKAR, which means
3. indisciplined and unrestricted marriages directed by mere
attraction; in different groups, (ashochyana va shochastvam
prajnya vadanscha bhashase.. 2nd chapter.. ) he uses the
same argument (yadi hyaham na varteyam …and utside
yurime lokam… 3rd chapter).
In 2nd chapter his argument (akirtim cha pi bhutani….and
bhayat ranat uparatam… etc) about “what people would
say”, appears to be too superficial and enlightening or
philosophical.
One can quote many such contradictions, but that is not the
purpose of this writing. The purpose of this writing is; to
share my experiences and perceptions as I went on studying
Gita.
Apparently; the reason why I kept on studying and by
hearting inspite of contradictions was; I realized the need to
contemplate on the vast canvas of all 700 verses at any
given point of time and possibly resolve the contradictions;
even while traveling or walking and without having to refer
a book! But in reality, I have not quite understood why I
kept on reciting and by hearting Gita, inspite of the
contradictions! It appears now, that the light in Gita
consumed my consciousness, without me being aware of it
and kept on absorbing my being in her!
The persistence inspite of pains and agony of disagreement,
being beyond my desire or voluntary will, may be because
of the roots it has in my previous birth. All this may be a
continuation of what I had to leave half way in my last
4. birth. You don’t have to believe in this; but I must not
hesitate to state it! Life is ANUBANDHA and NITYAGA
i.e. linked up and continues; and the continuity is evident in
such phenomena. One may appreciate this or discard as a
flight of imagination! I leave it to one’s own perceptions
and experience!
I had tried to write on Gita about ten to twelve years back,
but later I stopped as I was not quite satisfied and was not
at ease; with my own interpretations.
Now I am convinced that Gita enlightens us for the journey
that beings from ignorance, individuality and timed and
mortal existence and heads towards the self realization;
universality and trans-temporal immortal consciousness
respectively!
Gita deals with various physical, instinctual, emotional and
intellectual activities at individual level, the relationship of
these with the universe and the relationship of all these with
past, present and future; and the all encompassing nature of
our cosmic being.
Gita deals with the principles involved in what happens in
an individual, society, and in universe, from all eternity to
all eternity, which may be termed cosmic dynamics or
cosmic orchestra!
I have realized that I may not understand Gita, I may
misunderstand Gita or I may partially understand Gita. In
any case it is useful; because; that kick starts the exciting
voyage of enlightenment and blossoming! Complete
5. understanding of Gita is impossible, because it is trans-
intellectual i.e. beyond the three levels of consciousness
(SWPANA, SUSHUPTI and JAGRUTI) and four modes of
communication (VAACHA viz. PARA, PASHYANTI,
MADHYAMA and VAIKHARI). However, I have the
freedom to keep on studying Gita and merge with my own
cosmic consciousness and be empowered enough to quit
“my” intellectual, instinctual, emotional and instinctual
realms, “my” material possessions and “my” body, at
appropriate time; smoothly and diligently akin to a
blossoming flower that emanates its pleasant fragrance!
Now before I go ahead, I must state here, that
NAMASMARAN enabled the much necessary paradigm
shift for understanding Gita and Gita made it possible to
adhere to apparently meaningless and unglamorous activity
such as NAMASMARAN. But most importantly it is the
cosmic consciousness (Guru) that has made all this possible
for the benefit of everyone!
I am planning to write on individual chapters as and when
it becomes feasible. But in as much as I don’t want to keep
any copyrights; so that anybody in the world; could utilize
these shared perceptions freely, I would also like to clarify
that; just as well meaning use of these would aid in
universal blossoming; the plagiarism of this material in any
form with vested interests and mercenary motives; would
prove detrimental to the plagiarists and their readers; and
hence to everyone.
November 4, 2009, 4:30 pm.
6. Amidst the cacophony of needs, wants, passions,
infatuations, goals, dreams and aspirations, which I was
conscious of, there was inexplicable undercurrent that
seemed to give sometimes incomprehensible twists and
turns to my life beyond my tolerance and forbearance.
These twists and turns seemed to shake and stir me from
deep within! Study of Gita even as it appeared to create
turmoil within my intellectual and emotional framework; I
could not get rid of it, till today. This is why, I feel it has
link to my past life! The cosmic consciousness (guru) i.e.
the field; guides throughout different contingent lives.
It is just in recent times that I have started appreciating that
Gita has the nectar of immortality that is beyond individual
consciousness. But I must share with you that Gita kills
one’s subjectivity, which is like a dying experience! This is
why I felt it was brutally frightening to study and
internalize Gita! But even then, Gita immersed me herself,
which is why I feel it has link with my past life! Again, you
may not believe this!
Many worship Gita and many condemn it, but without
studying it! They merely use some quotations from Gita for
proving their point! I used to do it as well; to impress the
audience and feel good with myself. But now I know that it
is like eating and either enjoying or hating the skin of the
fruit!
The words of Gita are so simple that often they appeared to
be ridiculously simple! I never quite understood then, why
7. Gita enjoyed such a coveted position and reigned
supremacy in world literature!
In India, Gita is recited, chanted, by hearted by many.
Earlier I thought this was stupidity or slavish mentality. At
times I thought this was blind belief. But I confess frankly
that I was wrong.
Today I feel Gita can benefit all the children in the world to
develop and tone up their central nervous system (including
the speech areas) and enhance their evolution during this
life! This is true not merely for a child but for any and
every person of any age in the world.
As a student of physiology, I am sure that; by hearting of
certain facts, meaningful hymns, philosophical or scientific
sutras (e.g. those from Ayurveda, Gita, and Arithmetic),
without questioning; lets the child build; the edifice of
knowledge and then work on it. Up to a certain age there is
no capacity in us to analyze and comprehend certain
aspects of life and hence insistence of clarification should
not be encouraged. It can lead to arrogant and belligerent
behavior detrimental to the building of the edifice of
knowledge and grooming of any individual at any stage.
After studying Gita I realized that questions should not be
discouraged. They should always be asked. But it must also
be clear that all questions may not be answered and if
answered, the answers may not be understood. Hence
respect and patience are very important. Hidden meanings
are not understood by casual reading and/or egocentric
8. approach under spell of egalitarian, utopian or any such
philosophical thought. It can not be appreciated by
individualistic trends hidden under the guise of analytical
fervor and scientific temper.
Patience (which is born from honesty, commitment and
readiness to go beyond individual subjectivity and
paradigms of every kind) opens the doors to enlightenment
and blossoming at individual and global levels!
Now I realize that study of Gita can empower a serious
student of Gita to live with unconditioned acceptance, love
and respect for every moment and situation, and work in
consonance with nature; to one’s complete fulfillment and
greatest satisfaction.
Gita enables one to blossom in such a way, that subjectivity
gets shed off smoothly; while global unity and harmony
begin to pulsate in one’s heart!
It is worthwhile to share with you here; that opportunity to
study Gita is the greatest treasure in my life for me.
November 4, 2009
9:45 pm.
During my first few years of study of Namasmaran,
Vishnusahasranama and Gita, I was instinctively or
intuitively convinced that the essence of the teachings of
saints and philosophical literature was not in opposition to
the idea of social justice and material abundance explicit in
9. socialistic and leftist way of thinking. I felt that inequality
and exploitation were aberrations and not teachings of
saints and Hindu philosophy.
During those days equality meant a lot to me; because
inequality seemed to symbolize exploitation. But gradually
it became clear that being not equal can mean merely being
different and complimentary (and not necessarily unequal
in the sense of constituting antagonistic relationship of
exploiter and exploited)!
Hence I was possessed by only one question: How to show
that Hindu philosophy acceptable in the mainstream
society; is in favor of the essence of socialism and
communism in terms of welfare of all? I was obsessed by
only one concern: Showing that the philosophy of Hindu
dharma and teachings of saints advocated more appropriate,
more humane and more progressive complementarity and
so I wrote my comments or interpretations on all these with
this view in mind.
But as the time passed, I started realizing that my efforts
were honest but were subjective, incomplete and not
absolute.
I was really frustrated because I didn’t quite understand the
subtle difference between subjective and objective
perspectives. I was unable to see how my efforts; admired
by most readers; could make no impact whatsoever on the
society!
10. My contention however did not dwindle. I still felt quite
strongly that real spiritualism; if it is real; then must
blossom the universe in every possible way. Gradually I
began to realize that it was useless or counterproductive to
simply despise both; my own short comings as well those
present in what ever was being marketed under the guise of
spiritualism; constituting mainly devotional songs, dances
and eating good food. There was no sense in getting
frustrated i.e. blaming myself; or accepting defeat or
blaming the “spiritual” activities, which many times were
tarnished by a variety of accusations and allegations.
What is required, is blossoming together and empowering
one another; through the study and practice of
NAMASMARAN and Gita. Everyone would then realize
that being “spiritual” in absence of global blossoming is
actually not being really spiritual but being actually
escapist and/or schizophrenic. This conviction would
enable everyone to grow from within; rather than remaining
in fool’s paradise of so called spiritualism! Such
blossoming would lead to intellectual, emotional,
instinctual and physical actions; in terms of globally
nurturing and blossoming policy making, planning,
administration and implementation would ensue.
November5, 2009
10:00 am
1st chapter
Initially when I began to read Gita, I felt that I am reading a
story of war. I was rather put off by the list if names and
the description of conches they blew.
11. Later I read about the repulsion of Arjuna about the idea of
war and violence and his arguments about the disastrous
effects of war. I felt that there was nothing intellectual and
it all seemed to be too obvious to be stated.
But I kept on by hearting it apparently; as a kind of exercise
of memory and probably also to fill the void in me.
I did not quite understand the exact meaning MOHA for
long time.
Some said that Arjuna was afraid and some said that it was
his love for the family members. Some felt Arjuna was
right and some said he was wrong. But I never seem to
understand how this was related day to day life of a
common man and me.
Some said that the description of war was symbolic and
actually Gita relates to the higher self in an individual with
his lower self.
This seemed impressive but could not explain the relevance
of Arjuna’s arguments about VARNA SANKAR i.e.
haphazard and lawless marriages amongst different strata
and groups in society and their ill effects.
It seems that Gita actually deals with the individual,
existence, universe, the time and cosmic consciousness. It
also deals with different stages of human development from
SADHAKA i.e. seeker and SIDDHA i.e. enlightened
12. individual. It also deals with the various ways and
techniques to attain the ultimate state of liberation.
Initially I used to feel that Gita relates to individual
emancipation and hence felt that there was nothing in terms
of solution for the welfare of world. This could be because
ego; which prevented me from seeing my unity with the
universe (not necessarily unjustified or condemnable, but
not accurate either) and developed the passion and mission
born out of that ego that “I have to change the world for
better”!
Since I was expecting a kind blue print for the universal
welfare; and since I did not find it; I used to feel that Gita is
individualistic and hence of no consequences for the global
welfare. Naturally I was not quite in love with Gita. In fact
I read and studied it with reluctance and as if because
somebody was pushing me from within to study it
persistently.
Due to my honest (though subjective) concern; I was
obsessed by global welfare, of which I had faint sketch in
mind. But I was neither I was finding any reflections of the
sketch in reality; nor I was completely convinced by it. I
was probably looking for clearer blueprint in Gita. But
since Gita does not give any such blueprint, I was rather
getting depressed by reading Gita. However in this turmoil
gradually began to subside when I started to realize that the
role of Gita is not to provide any blueprint but to inspire a
universal blueprint conducive to blossoming of everyone in
the world in a most democratic way!
13. Some people thought Gita was produced on battlefield,
some felt that it was not a creation of one individual. Some
said that many people have added different verses out of
context and relevance.
I felt that such criticism had nothing to do what I was
looking for in Gita and hence did not bother. I was not
concerned whether it was created by one or many and
whether it was narrated on battlefield or elsewhere!
Some people said that it was not proper to read Gita at
home as it leads to conflicts in home and some people said
that it was inauspicious to read it because it was read after
some one’s demise.
All these things disturbed me while studying Gita but not
enough to deter me from studying it!
I however felt that Gita was not very pleasant like a
romantic poetry and did not generate elation or ecstasy. It
seemed to ruthlessly remind unwanted, unnecessary and
unrelated questions and problems such of war and death!
Arguments that Gita preaches violence and the opinion that
it promotes inequality and exploitation appeared too
superficial based on casual reading with preformed notions.
Many people in the world alleged then and do so even
today; that; Hindu scriptures such as VEDAs, SMRUTIs
(Compilations of rules, regulations and practical techniques
14. for social stability, growth and harmony) advocate
inequality and exploitation. This was because of the labor
division that continued through generations, in a structured
form. It is true that various influences such as military
invasions and religious persecutions tore apart the fabric of
holistic Hindu philosophy and way of life, into arbitrary,
coercive and at times absurd traditions and conventions, but
it does not render the Hindu philosophy exploitative,
outdated and counterproductive. I began to understand the
Hindu philosophy and the revelations in the scriptures
depict the cosmic dynamics and how an individual be a part
of this eternal orchestra to his or her fullest satisfaction;
simultaneously aiding the blossoming of the universe.
Those studying it superficially could not see this potential
in the Hindu scriptures, which could rejuvenate, regenerate
and even revive the chaotic and turbulent human
civilization all over the world. I realized this sooner or
latter and felt greater and greater need to explore the heart
of Gita. I started getting as if haunted by a beautiful and
barely seen blurred picture of the core of Gita.
The Gita begins with the description of legions of Kauravas
and Pandavas on the Kurukshetra. Thus Gita directly
begins with the most crucial situation one can have in life
viz. the question of life and death.
All conflicts in life are concentrated in this situation.
Gita deals war of higher self with the lower self in an
individual, where there is too much attachment about likes
15. and dislikes of the lower self. This attachment is depicted
in terms of attachment (like that for suicidal and destructive
addiction) for the relatives even if they were social
psychopaths. This attachment leads to despondent retreat to
lower self and passive acceptance of and involvement in
degeneration and decay of one’s own true self (and that of
the universe). This is MOHA of Arjuna, which I guess is
common to most people in the world (which is why Gita is
universal).
The Gita simultaneously deals with the actual war also;
because it looks at the individual and society in a holistic
way. It conceives and teaches to appreciate that the
condition of war within and our response to that war;
naturally manifest in family and social life. I think, I can
appreciate this previously unpleasant but unavoidable and
eternal war within and out!
Strange though it may appear, it is true that this internal and
external war is a product of evolution! Animals have no
choice! They neither can glorify their instincts nor can they
condemn it! Neither are they endowed with the freedom to
choose indulgence or are they free to opt for abstinence!
Arjuna’s response of MOHA is a response to inner war
(that invariably manifests in the society)! Such despondent
response to the lower self of an individual is invariably
reflected in the form of retreat to the lower self of the
society i.e. psychopathic and detrimental elements in the
society.
16. Gita not only depicts the individual and global
despondency; but it also depicts an intellectual explanation
and justification of such despondency in the form of
apparently sublime values and concerns. Thus Arjuna is
dismissing the idea of killing teachers, brothers and other
loved ones by forecasting the social holocaust in terms of
the ruining of families and the exploitation of widows and
mutilation of social discipline and harmony leading to ill
effects on the departed souls and the abyss thereof! Thus
Gita creates a strong case for individual and social
mediocrity, individualism, pettiness, gullibility, defeatism,
and despondency with intellectual explanations and
justifications, which span from individual and social life
and even life after death!
Through depicting the individual and social despondence
(represented by ARJUNA VISHADA) Gita creates a
ground for an eternal discourse to shun the individual,
social and universal tendencies to sink and decay!
Gita enters into 2nd chapter and then offers the omnipotent
and omniscient panacea (to such despondence and decay
that surfaces repeatedly in the human civilization
throughout history); from the very source of eternally
provident cosmic consciousness that rejuvenates the
mankind from millennia to millennia and time and again!
November 5, 2009; 10:00 pm, November 6, 08:20 pm
After creating a strong case for the despondence; like a
devil’s advocate; in 1st chapter; the propounder of Gita
17. straight a way proclaims the aphorism that you don’t die; in
2nd chapter!
This aphorism can cause a massive shock for any serious
reader and I was no exception. Isn’t it natural that normally
our mindset cannot understand, agree, believe or realize the
concept of immortality of soul? I however; kept on reading
it, but without really understanding, agreeing, believing and
of course realizing! In fact this all discussion made me feel
miserably torn in two conceptual premises!
Neither could I agree with the claim, which was beyond my
comprehension and even imagination; as I could never
imagine myself discarding my body like old clothes or in
live in absence of the body, nor could I dismiss the claim;
because I “knew” (though I had not personally realized)
that a) nothing is destroyed b) consciousness; thoughts,
feelings, time, space, energy etc do not have the same kind
of existence, birth or death and c) ‘beginning and end’ are
human concepts; derived from the limitations of
physiological state, consciousness, perceptions, thinking,
feelings and the information processing in the neurons and
their network!
Arjuna has indicated his disgust for a war that involves
killing of near and dear ones. He is selfless and has no
interest in any gains from such a war that involves shading
of blood of his teachers, brothers and other close ones. So
Arjuna is NOT afraid of war like a timid creature, but his
conscience has paralyzed him! Arjuna like any sensitive,
honest, brave and conscientious individual despised the
18. killing of his brothers. I am sure that any sensitive and
conscientious individual would relate with the plight of
Arjuna; because it results from information processing
through neuroendocrine, autonomic and central nervous
systems; and hence is universal!
But having said that; as I went on studying Gita, it started
becoming clearer, that human beings are not merely
physiological; they are potentially much more than that!
After listening to Arjuna’s plight, Krishna, who is cosmic
consciousness, personified; (and hence can see; what others
don’t; and is conscious of what others are not); sees that
Arjuna is not able to see the truth beyond the
physiologically restricted sensory perceptions, like most
people in the world! This inability to see beyond
physiological boundaries, leads to either arrogance or
despondence.
Krishna notes that Arjuna has been paralyzed
(inappropriate conation or response) due to inappropriate
feelings (affect) resulting from this erroneous perception
(cognition). This syndrome is called MOHA.
Krishna therefore sets out to explores and salvage the
human potential of Arjuna (and mankind) that and wake
him to his immortal self, (and thereby rectify cognition,
affect and conation) from the despondent slumber of
physiological confinements.
19. Krishna does this in a step by step manner, with different
explanations.
As a friend, philosopher and guide; he disapproves
Arjuna’s response as totally unbecoming for Arjuna. He
declares it as totally inappropriate.
He explains to Arjuna that love and attachment to the
bodies of all the warriors representing sociopathic
elements; (and lower elements in us which cloud our
perceptions, vulgarize our feelings and deteriorate our
actions) is inappropriate. Such wars keep repeating over
millennia in as much as wars between the lower self and
the higher self in an individual keep recurring from time to
time.
Krishna shows that waking up and rising to one’s immortal
existence engenders the appropriate actions and one should
not get deterred by any considerations born out of MOHA.
Krishna further clarifies, that the warring factions and the
war (which also goes on in the individual as well as in the
universe); had beginning and end but its core (cosmic
consciousness) is immortal and one should realize it (by
evolving through the various means described in scriptures
such as NAMASMARAN), and express it enthusiastically
with all might, in such a war (which is actually a golden
opportunity, because, animals do have such a choice!)
against the forces of darkness (within and outside).
20. This is called DHARMYA YDDHA because it is in tune
with cosmic consciousness. This is similar to clinically
accurate surgical treatment; which can be required for the
health of the whole body (and society) and is totally
different from indiscriminate violence or indiscriminate
nonviolence, born out of ignorant and subjective premises.
It has to be remembered that through out hereafter; Krishna
keeps describing how one can conquer the physiological
(individualistic and petty) elements in body (which mar the
consciousness and cause MOHA). He further also shows
that uninterrupted (conscious) union with immortal soul is
called YOGA and the actions born through it are accurate,
precise and appropriate; and in tune with the infallible
cosmic principles! He enlightens Arjuna (and the world)
that such state of being (in union with immortal
consciousness) and actions springing therefrom; as
SWADHARMA.
Krishna guides Arjuna about this state and assures him that
this state brings peace (for that individual and the universe)
even in the face of bodily death.
Since Krishna talked so much about this state of union with
immortality, which makes us desireless; the next question
would be “Why not remain united with the immortal and be
peaceful, instead of warring?”
Arjuna asks this question in the 3rd chapter.
21. But before I go ahead to 3rd chapter; and share my
understanding (?) about Gita, I must make it clear, that
study of Gita, Vishnusahasranama and NAMSMARAN
probably compliment each other tremendously.
I have a feeling that NAMASMARAN; which I call a
mega-fusion, a mega-process; or a mega-fountainhead; is
sure to absorb the whole universe in itself i.e. immortal
cosmic consciousness and in turn, as and when
consciousness adequately blossoms in an individual
through NAMASMARAN, the concepts of immortality in
Gita would become tangible! The vice versa could also be
true!
It is this awakening to one’s immortality; that I think; one
(and the people of world) could gain from Gita; and that is
more precious than anything else in the world; and even the
world itself!
November 7, 2009; 12:10 pm
In 2nd chapter Krishna declares the aphorism of
immortality of the core of universe and individual;
and human potential to realize this core that
embodies cosmic consciousness.
But Arjuna (and student of Gita) cannot experience
the immortality right away!
22. Krishna therefore (apart from explaining the ways to
rise and conquer the obstacles in the way of cosmic
consciousness) gives other supportive arguments to
emphasize the importance of SWADHARMA i.e.
behavior born from the state of union with cosmic
consciousness. Thus Krishna indicates to Arjuna that
the greatest value in life is SWADHARMA and
hence any person who goes astray (due to his
subjective paradigm) from this SWADHARMA; is
bound to be ridiculed as coward! This essence of
value system is eternal glory of Gita that has been
revitalizing mankind from millennia to millennia!
Further, Krishna reiterates that all the efforts of
human civilization viz. VEDAs are essentially born
from and culminate into cosmic consciousness; and
get expressed through individuals according to their
constitutions. Those who know this; are always
connected with the cosmic consciousness (YOGA);
and do not get distracted by the illusive results and
those who do not know this; get cut off from the
cosmic consciousness and their perceptions, feelings
and the quality, methodology and the elegance of
their actions get marred. They develop the illusion
that their limited existence is the doer of everything;
(treating the subordinate as master); and vacillate
between pride and pain from the changing results of
their inappropriate actions.
23. The 3rd chapter begins with Arjuna’s reluctance to
participate in the war, and be contented without
bothering about the gains of a bloody war!
But Krishna identifies the subtle nihilism, cynicism
or pessimism hidden in this attitude. He identifies this
darkness and drives the point such “ascetic”
extremism is suicidal and not conducive to liberation!
Krishna guides Arjuna that it is impossible to live
without action. (Isn’t it true that irrespective of
whether we want or not, billions of biophysical and
biochemical activities go on in our body and mind?).
He clarifies that any one who tries to live in inaction,
deceives himself or herself. The only way to
liberation is to practice SWADHARMA.
Krishna says whether the cosmic consciousness
expresses itself in actions or the actions reach you to
the cosmic consciousness; both are essentially not
different. The first is called JNANAYOGA, where
apparently consciousness is predominant and latter is
called KARMAYOGA, where apparently; the actions
are predominant. Thus the actions which spring from
the cosmic consciousness (as a result of the practice
of NAMASMARAN), are the ones which lead to
realization of cosmic consciousness and hence are
called liberating or freeing actions!
24. Krishna the highlights the cycle of nature in which
universe manifests from and again dissolves in the
consciousness.