Guest guest Posted October 11, 2003 Report Share Posted October 11, 2003 D. How should I carry on nama-japa ? Maharshi - One should not use the Name of God mechanically and superficially without the feeling of devotion . To use the Name of God one must call upon Him with earning and unreservedly surrender oneself to Him. Only after such surrender is the Name of God constantly with the man. D. Where , then , is the need for inquiry or vichara ? M. Surrender can only take effect only when it is done with full knowledge as to what real surrender means. Such knowledge comes after inquiry and reflection and ends invariably in self-surrender. There is no difference between jnana and absolute surrender to the Lord , that is, in thought , word , and deed. To be complete , surrender must be unquestioning ; the devotee cannot bargain with the Lord or demand favors at His hands . Such entire surrender comprises all : it is jnana and vairagya , Devotion and Love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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