Maharshi - The Jnani, #10

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Q: There are said to be sadeha mukta (liberated while still in the body)

and videha mukta (liberated at the time of death).

 

A: There is no liberation, and where are muktas?

 

Q: Do not Hindu sastras speak of mukti (liberation)?

 

A: Mukti is synonymous with the Self. Jivan Mukti (liberated while still in the

body) and videha mukti are all for the ignorant. The jnani is not conscious

of mukti or bandha (bondage). Bondage, liberation and orders of mukti are

all said for an ajnani in order that ignorance might be shaken off. There is

only mukti and nothing else.

 

Q: It is all right from the standpoint of Bhagavan. But what about us?

 

A: The difference ‘he’ and ‘I’ are the obstacles to jnana.