Guest guest Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Bowing down to GuruWhen asked "Why do Indians bow down to the Guru? From a Western point of view, that can seem disempowering". Swamiji responded - The greatest power comes from knowledge, and true knowledge bestows humility. Every time we humble ourselves we are empowering ourselves, because we put ourselves in an attitude conducive to receiving blessings. (from the book) Before Becoming this - Published by the Devi Mandir Come share the bliss at http://www.ShreeMaa.orgOm, we meditate on the Eternal Measurement of Consciousness, we contemplate She who illuminates wisdom. May that Shree Maa grant us increase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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