A request for some assistance

[Guest guest]

Hello dear sirs,I have been reading all your postings with an alert interest and

growing clarity,as different ideas and concepts unfold..you all seem to 'feed'

of each other and by debate and discussion, the topics are cleared up,to the

benefit of us all,leaving little room for ignorance to cloud us,and this has

probably has done great good for many people,over the years,all blessings go to

the founders and noble and democratic followers keeping the flame alight! the

humility of the moderators of this list is astounding, especially to me a

foreigner, and not born of Indian soil.

 

This is my first posting on the list,I have been the opposite of the

recommended/required list member,as active participation is often stressed,but

it has been my lot to be a silent observer in most of my life through trials and

triumphs, I always have tried to resist getting trapped or caught up in the

duality that the word structure enfolds us in,and have never been one for

intellectual discussion, or debates, thus have only been watching with a quiet

interest, sometimes marvelling at the joy that this list embodies, and have had

more than one doubt cleared due to your tireless efforts, please forgive me,for

only taking,and giving nothing in return.

 

I live in Africa and have just turned 19.I am interested in finding a living

sage,or sat guru as I believe it is sometimes called,one who has realized his

own Self Nature,and who is an embodiment of my Beloved who’s song I can never

sing.Are my life’s destiny and mission one,or two? if I may indulge in

barbarianism for a moment to give words to my one yearning, as 'realizing the

Self',or what is sometimes called 'That','That' does not permit those words or

phrases into its chamber,but never the less some here may know the silent

agonies of one seeking for Life or whatever colourful terms that we can come up

with,I dislike them all.My second yearning,and deep aching in my heart is to

find,and be with the One Guru,who is like a dustless mirror,sparkling with the

Clarity of the Self,Shining as the Brighest diamond in the world, attracting

me,and pulling me into His Boundless Love.I believed maybe some of the members

of this unique list may know or be in contact with such a one,and could

enlighten me to his whereabouts.It is no robes or rituals, initiations,

sannyasis or colourful designs I care for,but only his silent presence, an

authority unto himself,as proclaimed in the Upanishads, I Am Brahman,what other

authority does he need,unlike the claimants and phonies,right in there own

place,and as nature intended them,it is only my gaze looks higher and

beyond,longing to be drowned in the clear waters of Love,who is Clarity

Herself,and who’s Fire of Love and Boundless Waters seem to join to form an

Infallible Mystery, is my only refuge.

 

I have looked at the sayings of U.G. Krishnamurti,and believe the Self to have

eradicated his form,and to be Shining brightly though him...also I have read an

article in a well known magazine about one they call 'Ajja',living in the South

of India,who appears to be a genuine and authentic soul,of the highest

'attainment'.Otherwise I have very little knowledge in this regard.

 

I ask that anyone who may read this message,and who might have some knowledge

pertaining to one or both of these sages,or any advice concerning my insatiable

longing to meet a living embodiment of That,not one who speaks of the

scriptures, but one who is Living the Truth of the scriptures, and therefore has

little to say,or who may be chattering all day,or may even appear crazy,what

does it matter for one such as him?

 

I have very little money,but would like to leave my home to go and be with Him,I

am happy with my poverty.

 

To one who may be reading this,please forgive my long winded writing and

babbling,I hope I have conveyed somehow what I intend to ask,and that what has

been left out may be understood by some.

 

I await your suggestions or comments and am grateful for your kindness.

 

Thank you,thank you

I love you all

 

I COULD NEVER SING YOUR PRAISES,YOU SHINE BEYOND ALL GLORY!

 

 

 

--

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[Guest guest]

To long for Self-Realization at a young age is a good thing and shows the

merit of past efforts. Have you heard of Ramana Maharashi?

 

Once Ramana Maharshi was asked how one can find the True Guru and he replied

“by intense meditation”. You can look at the official Sri Ramana website.

 

http://www.ramana-maharshi.org/

 

You can also post your question on and many people can

comment on it as well.

 

Love to all

Harsha

 

/join

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

papaji [papaji]

Saturday, February 23, 2002 4:33 PM

advaitin

A request for some assistance

 

Hello dear sirs,I have been reading all your postings with an alert interest

and growing clarity,as different ideas and concepts unfold..you all seem to

'feed' of each other and by debate and discussion, the topics are cleared

up,to the benefit of us all,leaving little room for ignorance to cloud

us,and this has probably has done great good for many people,over the

years,all blessings go to the founders and noble and democratic followers

keeping the flame alight! the humility of the moderators of this list is

astounding, especially to me a foreigner, and not born of Indian soil.

 

This is my first posting on the list,I have been the opposite of the

recommended/required list member,as active participation is often

stressed,but it has been my lot to be a silent observer in most of my life

through trials and triumphs, I always have tried to resist getting trapped

or caught up in the duality that the word structure enfolds us in,and have

never been one for intellectual discussion, or debates, thus have only been

watching with a quiet interest, sometimes marvelling at the joy that this

list embodies, and have had more than one doubt cleared due to your tireless

efforts, please forgive me,for only taking,and giving nothing in return.

 

I live in Africa and have just turned 19.I am interested in finding a living

sage,or sat guru as I believe it is sometimes called,one who has realized

his own Self Nature,and who is an embodiment of my Beloved who’s song I can

never sing.Are my life’s destiny and mission one,or two? if I may indulge in

barbarianism for a moment to give words to my one yearning, as 'realizing

the Self',or what is sometimes called 'That','That' does not permit those

words or phrases into its chamber,but never the less some here may know the

silent agonies of one seeking for Life or whatever colourful terms that we

can come up with,I dislike them all.My second yearning,and deep aching in my

heart is to find,and be with the One Guru,who is like a dustless

mirror,sparkling with the Clarity of the Self,Shining as the Brighest

diamond in the world, attracting me,and pulling me into His Boundless Love.I

believed maybe some of the members of this unique list may know or be in

contact with such a one,and could enlighten me to his whereabouts.It is no

robes or rituals, initiations, sannyasis or colourful designs I care for,but

only his silent presence, an authority unto himself,as proclaimed in the

Upanishads, I Am Brahman,what other authority does he need,unlike the

claimants and phonies,right in there own place,and as nature intended

them,it is only my gaze looks higher and beyond,longing to be drowned in the

clear waters of Love,who is Clarity Herself,and who’s Fire of Love and

Boundless Waters seem to join to form an Infallible Mystery, is my only

refuge.

 

I have looked at the sayings of U.G. Krishnamurti,and believe the Self to

have eradicated his form,and to be Shining brightly though him...also I have

read an article in a well known magazine about one they call 'Ajja',living

in the South of India,who appears to be a genuine and authentic soul,of the

highest 'attainment'.Otherwise I have very little knowledge in this regard.

 

I ask that anyone who may read this message,and who might have some

knowledge pertaining to one or both of these sages,or any advice concerning

my insatiable longing to meet a living embodiment of That,not one who speaks

of the scriptures, but one who is Living the Truth of the scriptures, and

therefore has little to say,or who may be chattering all day,or may even

appear crazy,what does it matter for one such as him?

 

I have very little money,but would like to leave my home to go and be with

Him,I am happy with my poverty.

 

To one who may be reading this,please forgive my long winded writing and

babbling,I hope I have conveyed somehow what I intend to ask,and that what

has been left out may be understood by some.

 

I await your suggestions or comments and am grateful for your kindness.

 

Thank you,thank you

I love you all

 

I COULD NEVER SING YOUR PRAISES,YOU SHINE BEYOND ALL GLORY!

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Hari Om !!

 

advaitin, papaji@a... wrote:

> Hello dear sirs,I have been reading all your postings with an alert

>

> I have looked at the sayings of U.G. Krishnamurti,and believe the

Self to have eradicated his form,and to be Shining brightly though

him...also I have read an article in a well known magazine about one

they call 'Ajja',living in the South of India,who appears to be a

genuine and authentic soul,of the highest 'attainment'.Otherwise I

have very little knowledge in this regard.

>

 

I believe you are directed correctly.

 

Since you are looking for a living embodiment of 'That', and you

stressed on 'LOVE', I trust you must have darshan of Mata

Amritanandamayi called 'AMMA' (South Indian word for MOTHER) with

love and reverence by Her devotees.

 

I have had an occassion to visit 'Amma' twice. My first visit has

been out of general spiritual interest in a holy person. On the

second occassion after about 6 years I had Darshan of Amma. This time

I had an occassion to be present and witness her geneue love for man

kind. It will be foolish on my part to cite an incident to prove her

Love for all of us. But she is truly an embodiment of Love. You shall

rejoice by Her darshan.

 

While no single sage may be appealing to all because of our own

temeprament and preparedness to recognise the divinity, it is my

opinion that 'Amma' is a realised soul and demonstrating what 'LOVE'

and 'BLISS' of SELF is to all of us.

 

You can find more info on http://www.amritapuri.org/

 

Om Namo Narayanaya !!

 

Srikrishna

[Guest guest]

advaitin, papaji@a... wrote:

> Hello dear sirs,I have been reading all your postings with an alert

interest and growing clarity,as different ideas and concepts

unfold..you all seem to 'feed' of each other and by debate and

discussion, the topics are cleared up,to the benefit of us

all,leaving little room for ignorance to cloud us,and this has

probably has done great good for many people,over the years,all

blessings go to the founders and noble and democratic followers

keeping the flame alight! the humility of the moderators of this list

is astounding, especially to me a foreigner, and not born of Indian

soil.

 

Namaste,

 

One doesn't have to remove the body to isolation and poverty, only

the mind. The greatest guru is your own higher self--go within. Who

am I?

If you find this not suitable then it may be you need to go on a

devotee path as well. However don't put your trust in

men......ONS..Tony.

[Guest guest]

Dear Papaji,

I am a little delayed in responding to your fascinating request so eloquently

put.

For a 19 year old you are tremendously profound in your quest and its

expression. Congratulations. Out of intense longing comes forth opportunities

for "experience" and "knowledge".

The intense longing itself will attract your Guru who will recognize you and who

will be looking for you. The same intense longing will push you to the right

spot to get to your Guru. It can be through a dream or darshan or when reading a

book of some saints like Ramakrishna, Vivekananda, Yogananda, Shridi Saibaba,

Ammachi, Shankaracharya, etc. or when you are trying to help someone who really

deserves some help or other avenues.

If your search and the consequent longing is genuine and if your intellect is

sharp to discriminate then the true Guru has to and will come to you. This has

happened to Yogananda, Paul Burnton, etc.

 

No one can tell you who could be your Guru, the one who is the living

Scriptures.

 

However, I am hoping many members of Advaitin group will come forward how they

found their intense longings satisfied and how they came across their Guru's.

-- Vis