Guest guest Posted July 16, 2009 Report Share Posted July 16, 2009 46. Mental peace In the quest for mental peace, you should not be concerned only about your own needs. Apart from such a quest being an index of intense selfishness, it is also a futile one. Is it possible for an individual alone to achieve peace? If there is chaos and unrest all around you, how can you alone have peace? Your peace is dependent on peace in the family, in society and in the world. You have to cultivate the feeling that your individual peace is intimately related to the peace of the world. The ancients perceived this profound truth and hence prescribed the universal prayer - " Samastha Lokaha Sukhino Bhavanthu " (May all the beings in all the worlds be happy). To earn Shanti (peace), its inveterate foe, anger, must be laid low. Anger enslaves man and befogs his understanding. When you are full of Bhakti (devotion), understanding becomes easy. The form of Bhakti known as Shanta Bhakti is the best path leading to eternal, everlasting Ananda (bliss). Live a life of high ideals; be always happy and contented. Shanti (peace) is the honey of Prema (love) in the enchanting flower of life. It is the prime need of the Yogi (spiritual master) and the Sadhaka (spiritual aspirant). Having acquired it, they can realize the Reality tomorrow, if not today. They should put up with all the obstacles in the way, and Shanti will give them the strength needed for this. Through Shanti alone can Bhakti (devotion) and Jnana (wisdom) strike root. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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