Guest guest Posted November 2, 2003 Report Share Posted November 2, 2003 D. What is Guru-krpa [Guru's grace ]? Maharshi - Guru is the Self.... Sometimes a man becomes dissatisfied with his life, and, not content with what he has, he seeks the satisfaction of his desires, through prayer to God, etc. His mind is gradually purified until he longs to know God, more to obtain His grace than to satisfy his worldly desires. Then, God's grace begins to manifest. God takes the form of a Guru and appears to the devotee, teaches him the Truth, and, moreover, purifies his mind by association. The devotee's mind gets strength and is then able to turn inward. By meditation it is further purified and it remains still without the least ripple. That calm expanse is the Self. The Guru is both "external" and "internal." From the "exterior" he gives a push to the mind to turn inward; from the "interior" he pulls the mind toward the Self and helps in the quietening of the mind. That is Guru-krpa. There is no difference between God, Guru and the Self. Exclusive Video Premiere - Britney Spears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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