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We are all Brahman
The traditional path of spiritual life is one of gradual progression through defined stages. A mantra is given to disciples who attain high knowledge, for the Guru's blessing alone brings divine joy. Sanātana Dharma is universal, teaching love and protection for all creatures. Every plant has a use, as a disciple of Charakya learned by searching the world. Spiritual attainment is not swift; it requires step-by-step preparation. The four stages of life are Brahmacharya, a period of dedicated study; Gṛhasthāśrama, the householder life from age 25 to 50; Vanaprastha, a time of spiritual study while assisting family from 50 to 75; and Sannyāsa, taken after 75, marked by renunciation and practice with the Guru. However, Ādi Śaṅkarācārya taught that with true detachment, sannyāsa can be taken at any time. He demonstrated the oneness of all, declaring all are Brahman beyond caste. The path involves purifying the five sheaths—annamaya, prāṇamaya, manomaya, vijñānamaya, and ānandamaya—through mantra and dedicated practice.
"Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalaṁ Śiṣya Ke Ānanda Maṅgalam."
"All are one Brahman."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
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The text contains hyperlinks in bold to three authoritative books on yoga, written by humans, to clarify the context of the lecture:
- Yoga in Daily Life - The System
Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda. Ibera Verlag, Vienna, 2000. ISBN 978-3-85052-000-3 - The Hidden Power in Humans - Chakras and Kundalini
Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda. Ibera Verlag, Vienna, 2004. ISBN 978-3-85052-197-0 - Lila Amrit - The Divine Life of Sri Mahaprabhuji
Paramhans Swami Madhavananda. Int. Sri Deep Madhavananda Ashram Fellowship, Vienna, 1998. ISBN 3-85052-104-4
