Guest guest Posted May 19, 2004 Report Share Posted May 19, 2004 January 8, 1935 An old man came and sat in the Hall. Maharshi was reading Sarma's sanskrit version of Arunachala Akshara Manamalai ( the first of the Five Hymns to Arunachala) . The man asked softly: It is said that realization is beyond expression; and expression always fails to describe the realization. How is that? Maharshi: The point has been mentioned in Arunachala Ashtakam ( verse 3), where it is admitted that, although the expression of realization is impossible, still its existence is indicated. How is that? ( Soon thereafter there were visible signs of emotion in the man. His breath was deep and hard and he fell on the floor prostrating himself humbly, getting up only after one or two minutes. Remaining calm for a short period, he left the place. Evidently the man had experienced some illumination. He sought confirmation from Maharshi, who responded fittingly. He found confirmation, and humbly and feelingly acknowledged the divine intercession on his behalf.) ............................... Talks with Ramana Maharshi On Realizing Abiding Peace and Happiness p. 4 .............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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