Guest guest Posted September 29, 2003 Report Share Posted September 29, 2003 > QUESTIONER: What about , Sannyasa (renunciation)? > > SRI BHAGAVAN: Oh, Sannyasa does not lie in taking to the begging bowl, or > having a clean bald-headed shave, or putting on an orange-colored robe. > > When the Brahmachari (the student) with his purity exalted by celibacy, > becomes by detachment an ideal householder for the service of others, or of > society, the Light naturally flashes forth. > > Then for the purpose of spiritual austerities, for concentrated effort, the > third Ashrama, the renunciate is intended. When, by ardent practice, the > renounced one becomes crystal-pure and fit, the fourth Ashrama, > automatically comes. As I said, it is not an external thing that one > assumes. ______________________ Want to chat instantly with your online friends? Get the FREE Messenger http://mail.messenger..co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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