Mithya (was: Dear Ram [dreaming] ) ,

[Guest guest]

At 03:37 PM 8/2/99 -0400, you wrote:

> Mithya is that which is not there in all three periods of time.

>That which had a birth at a particular time and that which will

>certainly die at some point of time. It is there in this present moment,

>because of some reason - known or unknown.

>

 

Yes, it *is* there albeit only for an instant - but there it is! again and

again and again without stopping. I think Frank suggested it was also

re-absorbed back into the Absolute every moment too. I like that idea even

I still think I'm just part of the "magic lantern show" being produced.

Frank asked how I thought the Upanishad statement "Thou art That" could be

interpreted ... and I think of it like God is the life of this life I am.

I am produced like a picture on the screen and God is the light forming the

image. So I *am* that light even though all my perceptions pertain to the

world of images made of that light. But, I'm no longer in argument mode...

I'll concede the point if you like... we are all Brahman (appearances

notwithstanding) !!! :-))

 

the best to all...

[Guest guest]

We are all in the same boat crossing the ocean of life enjoying the magic show.

A number of Hindu musical songs (Kirthans and devotional music) contains lyrics

with similar theme. There is a Tamil song -

"I am a play-toy in the hands of Him who does not seem to care!" The

philosopher Sankara has also composed the famous verses singing "Baja

Govindam."

 

Bhaja Govidndam, bhaja Govindam Gvindam Bhaja Moodamate

Sampraapte Sannihite Kaale na Hi Na Hi Rakshati Dukrinyakarane

 

Seeek Gvind, Seek Govind, Seek Govind, O Fool!

When the appointed time comes (death), grammar-rules surely will not save you.

 

Note: The grammar rules do include all the philsophical discussions and

arguments, etc., The subtle messge is the disciple should prepare to pack

his/her heart with the thoughts of God rather than looking

for other material comforts!

 

Regards,

 

Ram

 

a c wrote:

>

> I still think I'm just part of the "magic lantern show" being produced.

> Frank asked how I thought the Upanishad statement "Thou art That" could be

> interpreted ... and I think of it like God is the life of this life I am.

> I am produced like a picture on the screen and God is the light forming the

> image. So I *am* that light even though all my perceptions pertain to the

> world of images made of that light. But, I'm no longer in argument mode...

> I'll concede the point if you like... we are all Brahman (appearances

> notwithstanding) !!!