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Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Now Krishna goes on to explain some esoteric aspects to Arjuna.
“Brahman is the Supreme Reality, beyond destruction; one’s self is Adhyatma; worldly activities are Karma; the ever-changing physical manifestation is Adhibhuta; the Universal Godly form presiding over celestial entities is Adhidaiva. And I, dwelling in every being, am Adhiyajna, the Lord of Sacrifices!
Those remembering Me, the Supreme Divinity, while dying- the shedding of the body- are sure to come to Me, but that remembering is possible only through constant contemplation on Me. So, Oh Arjuna, always surrender your mind and intellect to Me, and fight the war; you would definitely reach me!
God is of an inconceivably divine form, most ancient, omniscient, subtlest, brightest, beyond the darkness of ignorance and support-incarnate. The one who, with Yog practice, fixes the life-force between the eyebrows and remembers the Lord at death attains Him, for certain. Restraining the bodily gates, fixing the mind to the heart and drawing the life-breath to head, establish in Yogic concentration to enter the divine.
Once they attain Me, the great souls are beyond further rebirth in this miserable, transient world.
Brahma’s every day and night lasts a thousand 4-epochs cycle. All lives emanate at this daybreak from an un-manifest source and return there at nightfall. Innumerable cycles of such births, deaths and rebirths keep on happening. But there is also an eternal dimension, transcendental to this creation, which is My Supreme Abode, reaching which none returns to the realm of this mortal world. Though the Supreme pervades all, and all beings reside in Him, devotion is the only way to know Him.
There are ways of dying, of which one leads to liberation and the other to rebirth. Those who realize Brahman, the Supreme and depart during the Sun’s 6-monthly Northern course, Moon’s bright fortnight and in bright-day time, reach the no-return destination; whereas those practising Vedic rituals, and pass away during the Sun’s Southern course, Moon’s dark fortnight, and night, reach celestial abodes, enjoy pleasures, and are back again on earth. Thus light takes one to liberation and darkness, to rebirth.
So, be in Yog, in union with the Almighty, always. The Yogis, who are aware of this secret, reach My Supreme Abode!”
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Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Continuing the dialogue, Krishna declared that with the mind attached to him and surrendering to him through Bhakti Yog, one can know Him thoroughly. Then He added that he would reveal the ultimate knowledge and wisdom to Arjuna.
“Even among those who achieved perfection, hardly a few know Me. While My Material Energy has Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space, Mind, Intellect, and Ego as its 8 components, My Soul Energy comprises the bodily souls of worldly lives. These energies encompass all living beings, and everything rests in Me. I am the source of all creation, which dissolves in Me, too.
Like the radiance of the Sun and Moon, the taste in water, and the eternal seed of all beings, I remain the very essence of everything, and I am beyond the 3 states of existence - Virtue, Passion, and Ignorance. Maya, My divine energy, which is tough to conquer, deludes people and prevents them from knowing Me as the imperishable, exalted, eternal, and without birth and change.
While the ignorant, lazy, deluded and the devilish don’t surrender to Me, the pious, who worship me with knowledge, remain devoted and very dear to Me. For these resolute-minded, I remain their supreme goal while they, My very self.
Only after the spiritual practice of many births one can get the knowledge to surrender to Me, which is very rare.
Whichever celestial Gods people worship, I steady their faith, and also I only arrange for what they get from those Gods. While these worshipers go to those deities’ abodes, I accept my devotees in myself. I am aware of the past, present and future, and about all life forms, but I am beyond their knowing.
Illusion creates the duality of desire and hatred, deluding all living things, but those whose virtuous acts destroy their sins are freed of such illusions. Those seeking shelter in Me, endeavouring to get liberated from old age and death, realize the Brahman, the self and the whole gamut of Karmic action.
The enlightened souls, knowing me as the governing principle of all matters, celestial Gods and sacrifices, will be fully conscious of Me, even at the moment of their death.”
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Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Krishna continued with his discourse on the greatness of Yogi and the power of meditation.
“Those performing duties without desiring results and with no attachments to sense objects are true renunciates and yogis. One can elevate oneself through the power of the mind, which can both be one’s friend and enemy. The conquered mind is a friend; otherwise, it is an enemy. Yogis conquer their mind and senses; undisturbed by circumstances, rise beyond the joy- sorrow, honour-dishonour dualities, look at everything with impartial intellect, attain peace and unwavering devotion to God, and thus remain distinguished beings.
For attaining the Yogic state, be in solitude and free of desires, and constantly meditate with mind-body-control. Sit firmly in a peaceful place, on a seat on top of Kush grass, deerskin and a cloth, keep the body-neck-head straight, gaze at the nose tip, and meditate with a single point concentration, with thoughts and actions, controlled. With a fearless mind and a vow of celibacy, the Yogi should meditate only on Me, the supreme goal. His disciplined mind steady in meditation can lead to Nirvan and peace. Yog with temperate food, work, sleep, and recreation mitigates sorrow, while the mind made still by Yogic practice rejoices inner joy. In this state of Samadhi, one experiences eternal truth and divine bliss, unshaken even by great calamities.
Renouncing worldly thoughts, desires and sense-pleasures, fix the mind only in God, and whenever it wanders, bring it back to God. The sinless Yogi, with his mind calm, passions subdued and ever in touch with God, achieves the highest state of transcendental happiness. They see God in all beings and all beings in God, worship Me as the Supreme Soul and dwell only in Me. And they also feel others’ joys and sorrows as they feel theirs.”
But when Arjuna felt it was tough to control the mind, Krishna agreed but said that practice and detachment could help achieve mind-control and Yogic perfection.
Then, questioned by Arjuna about those who endeavour but falter to reach the goal of Yog, Krishna asserted that such unsuccessful Yogis, on death, stay in the virtuous’ abode, are born again in pious families possessing divine wisdom, get drawn towards God through past merits, become desire-free, and attain perfection.
“Yogi is a superior being, and even among them, those with devotion, faith and minds absorbed in Me, remain the highest.”
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
You may be fortunate this month. Your instincts will help you to succeed. There may be victory in court cases. Peace and harmony may prevail in domestic life. Some may plan to tie the knot. A new romance is likely. Liquidity will be good. Promotions and increments are likely. The import-export business may prosper. There will be good progress for those in the fields of fashion design. Those with chronic diseases may get some relief. Students may fare well in their studies.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Problems may arise in personal and professional lives. There may be some setbacks in your career. Short journeys may bring gains. There may be some issues in your domestic life. Ego tussles may arise between married couples. Singles may have short-lived affairs. Expenses may be high. Avoid extravagance. Some may lose a good career opportunity. Tensions are likely in partnership businesses. There may be some mental tension. Medical expenses are likely. Students may find it hard to focus on studies.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
It may be a happy month for you. Luck may favor you. Your status and affluence may rise. There may be some issues in your personal life. Problems may come from hidden enemies. There may be victory in court cases. There may be less harmony between family members. Some married natives could face separation due to extramarital affairs. Those in showbiz may have some losses. Politicians may achieve success. Health may be good. Some students may go abroad for higher studies.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
It will be a relaxed month for you. But from mid-May, your career will pick up. Wealth may come from foreign contacts. Relationships could be cordial this month. There may be some obstacles to marriage. Married natives may have a blissful time. You may travel to an exotic place with your spouse. You may have ample wealth now. Avoid extravagance this month. Some may get government jobs. Health will be fine. Students may do well in academics.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
This month, you may be able to repay all your debts. Luck may favor you. Some may visit foreign countries. You may have good relationships with family and friends. Singles may meet someone interesting. Marital life will bring you joy. Income is likely to rise. Profits from investments and mutual funds are possible. Those without jobs may get many job offers now. Textiles and import-export businesses could do well. Those in the field of arts and entertainment may achieve success. You may suffer from migraines or skin ailments. Students will have to work hard for success.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Virgos can look forward to a positive month. There may be a rise in status, income, and wealth. Some may do well abroad. You may form stronger bonds with your family members. New contacts may bring luck and growth. Singles may meet their soul mate. Love marriages may succeed. Money may come from diverse sources. Career may see growth and success. Those doing business may thrive. Family members may have some health issues. Virgo students may perform well in academics.
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Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Your career may see some ups and downs in May. Some may have debts. It is a good month to settle abroad. Benefits may come from old contacts. You may have good bonds with family members, friends, and colleagues. Those in love may be separated from their partner. Ego clashes may cause turbulence in your marital life. Bank balance may be adequate. Investments and other speculative activities may bring some gains. The self-employed will do well. Some may get a new job. People who own pubs and theaters may face some losses. Those in showbiz may face some disappointments and failures. Some of you may have skin or hormonal problems. Students may do well.
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