Guest guest Posted August 20, 2001 Report Share Posted August 20, 2001 I do not recall those specific words from recent satsangs or other events, though I am sure that this has been taught at SAT. The emphasis is really on Self-inquiry. Much teaching relates to actual practice. Both our sages came to Self-Realization through inquiry, so naturally that is what they teach. In terms of what is the heart of the teaching as presented by SAT, the sages would really have to say. I am just a seeker. From that stand, I think they say something like ... The Self is the natural state. It is obscured by our ignorance (ego-idea). Self-inquiry reveals the ego-idea (and the world and the body) as non-existent, what is real is the Self. Spiritual Realization is a matter of Self-Knowledge, not any action. Perhaps if you are ever in California, you can come to a satsang or better yet, to a retreat. One other thing, are you aware that they have recently published the only translation of the Tamil Ribhu Gita, "The Song of Ribhu?" This translation was done by Nome and Dr. H. Ramamoorthy, the (now deceased) Indian religious scholar. This book was frequently recommended by Ramana to seekers. Perhaps a notice about this book would be of interest to the forum? It has not received much publicity. SAT is much more interested in making this translation available than they are in publicity. Again I must say it is good the see the amount of traffic to has come to your newsgroup. Making the teachings of Ramana Maharshi more available to the world is the best of work. Thank you for the effort! > One thing you don't mention is holding the I-thought until all other thoughts vanish. Has your teacher emphasized that at all? I'm curious because I didn't notice anything about that on the SAT website (maybe I missed it), and I think it's sort of the heart of the method (no pun intended). < Regards, Richard ---------------------- Richard Clarke San Jose, CA 408 266-6109 ======================================================= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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