The guidance of a guru often takes the most subtle of forms, sometimes it is the things that have not been said that offer the most guidance.
This type of guidance says, 'you' are the expert on 'you'. It is this type of Guru guidance that states explicitly, 'I am here standing by. I trust you. You are doing everything right.'
These are sentiments that Maharishi Omji has set forth into my consciousness, not always in words, but with his ability to penetrate deeply and thoroughly into the heart of any matter which is of concern to me. Guruji will give guidance. He will give insight and wisdom to any situation, but it is when I am most in need or more specifically most in want of someone to tell me exactly what I should do that he says nothing.
During those times when nothing seems to be working out as I think it should, and I'm feeling my emotions ruffled, my gut unsettled, Guruji will phone, relieved I will pour everything out and wait for his response but rather then answer or console he will say, 'We will talk tomorrow.'
It has long since become apparent to me that -'we will talk tomorrow' is code for we won't be talking for awhile. Whenever he says those words, I sigh and resign myself to waiting.
One of Guruji's teachings is on the 10 qualities of Dharma, in my notebook in bold letters is written this one of the ten...GREAT PATIENCE.
Waiting is a pet peeve and obviously one of my life lessons. I seem to always be waiting. Even the I-Ching conspired with Guruji recently when I sought insight from that oracle on progress that seemed to be going too slow. The I-Ching said in so many words: Wait. Things take time to develop.
It is usually during the time of waiting that all of my concerns resolve themselves, if I remain calm and adaptable, steady and determined, content myself with my sadhana. Slowly, diliberately the Universe begins to cultivate the path of certainty for me, if I can allow things to develop naturally, everything seems to fall into place. I begin to feel an inner elation. Everything works out better than could have been imagined and then my Guruji comes to mind. I remember his words, "Have faith in the Divine and you will do just fine," suddenly I am filled with the sensation that everything has worked out for me because he has done it all. Of course he will give all credit to the Divine, but something inside tells me he has mitigated, possibly pleaded with the Divine on my behalf, but not only on my behalf, he does it for all; he takes on suffering for the ills of all of humanity. Who else would take pain into themselves so that another need not suffer. This is what Guruji does silently, often those around him are not aware of the pain he is enduring.
Is it possible? I never doubt it. Guruji is a phenomonon on earth. All of humanity is blessed by such a Divine presence. His support is always felt and his guidance is like a precious gem to be treasured.
The Ten Qualities of Dharma:
Great Patience
Forgiveness
Discipline of the Senses
Courage
Knowledge
Truth
Calmness
Non- Stealing
Cleanliness
Purity of Thought
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Be Awake and Aware!
Anyone who has spent time with Maharishi Om, (‘Guruji’ as he is affectionately called by those close to him) will have heard him say, ‘Be awake and aware!’ These simple words of wisdom are deep with meaning. And by sincerely following these instructions our perception of the world around us will be enhanced.
To be awake implies that one has become on the alert and alive to something, (our life?). To be awake is to be fully conscious.
The word aware is even more impressive. In the dictionary it states that to be aware is to be watchful, to have or show realization, perception or knowledge. To be aware implies vigilance in observing or alertness in drawing inferences from what one experiences.
Spending time with Guruji is an auspicious blessing. Recently I had the good fortune of a few afternoons in his Divine presence. His quiet tone and kind mannerisms belied the depth of his words. His phrases were rich in wisdom. He shared his wealth of wisdom casually and with the utmost simplicity. I began jotting down some of the things he said because I knew I would want to remember them.
Although the following information and statements were given in answer to questions asked or in reference to the conversation at the time, these words stand on their own significantly as divine guidance.
(Apologies if I have interpreted anything incorrectly. Any mistakes are mine.)
Dharma:
10 QUALITIES OF DHARMA:
Great Patience (Dhairy)
Forgiveness (Chama)
Purity of Thought (Dama)
Not Stealing (Asteya)
Cleanliness (shauch)
Discipline of Senses (Self Control)
Courage (Dheer)
Knowledge (Vidya)
Truth (Sathyam)
Calmness (Akroda)
Aachara Hina Na Dunanti Veda:
Dunanti- purify
Aachara Hina- Improper behavior
Na- Not
Veda- Teaching
It means: Those who know perfectly, but act imperfectly, even the Vedas cannot purify them. In other words, A person might know the appropriate way to act, but still acts inappropriately, therefore, even the Vedas can not purify him.
When we depart from this earth the one thing that goes with us is Dharma. Neither family, friends, money goes with us. Only Dharma stays with you. and only Dharma can protect you when no one is with you.
Dharma means righteous deed
If we have Dharma we don’t need anyone to save us, and no one can save us.
Personal Responsibility:
Cleanliness is everything, not just washing your clothes, putting on a scent, dressing nicely, Internal Cleaning!
If you know it, it is your responsibility to tell the truth. If you do not know it, it is not your responsibility.
Misguiding for your own benefit is punishable by the Divine.
Bringing misery to other peoples lives is a crime
Don’t compare yourself with anyone.
Don’t be jealous. Jealousy is a sin.
In a hurry do not do anything.
llusion:
Under the influence of illusion and greed we do things that hurt us.
Happiness is not connected with things.
Happiness is connected with thoughts
People are trying to change the outer environment, but they do not want to change their inner environment.
Self Study:
Working on thought and understanding these, that is called self study.
Self Study=Swadhya
How do you do self study? You observe your senses and behavior and you correct it.
Conflict of Thought:
Conflicting thought makes you uncomfortable. In that situation a hurricane comes (to your mind)
Conflict of thought is called a mental hurricane. At the time of a mental hurricane do not do anything, just stay in one place and wait until the worst of the ‘hurricane’ moves away. Once the hurricane is cleared away you can see everything clearly.
When a mental hurricane is there you can hurt yourself.
In this type of situation accept the unbiased advise of friends, relatives or teacher. Accept it as though the Divine is providing shelter, do not ignore it.
Self Doubt:
Don’t put yourself in self doubt. If you don’t know, find out the truth
Those who have self doubt can destroy themselves. (Study the Gita) on how to rid the self of doubt. Inquire. Accept the truth.
Sensual Pleasure:
(See) If the outcome of sensual pleasure is pleasant and not harmful to your thought in any way.
Some behaviors are temporarily pleasant.
Discover what causes the unpleasant, then do not repeat it.
Spiritual Life:
Spiritual life means you should be happy. You should have what you need. Everyone has basic needs of food and a home with space for a guest.
It is not necessary to have more then you need.
When you feel pain in your heart like a tightened fist, that is sadness. Meditate on the Anahata- heart chakra and the third eye together. That combines emotion with wisdom.
Read the Gita, then think about it, sequence, connection and intention of Lord Krishna to Arjuna
Listen and analyze. In any analyzation you need to see Lord Krishna’s intention. Why did he say that? What will be the result.
The Divine:
Believe in the Divine, good karma and truth. You will see justice and you will succeed.
A good prayer to Mother Divine: Thank you for everything. I do not deserve that much. You are most generous.
You can deceive anyone but not the Divine.
Guruji:
Whatever I want for myself I have to give to others.
How can I get peace if I don’t give it?
There is no permanent answer for everyone, it is person to person. Each case is individual.
Judge me through my actions, not my speech.
If they want to ask Guruji’s opinion, he will give it.
If they want to ask something, Guruji can say when.
Have faith in the Divine you will do just fine.
Please view my new blog: http://ascensionpioneer.blogspot.com
To be awake implies that one has become on the alert and alive to something, (our life?). To be awake is to be fully conscious.
The word aware is even more impressive. In the dictionary it states that to be aware is to be watchful, to have or show realization, perception or knowledge. To be aware implies vigilance in observing or alertness in drawing inferences from what one experiences.
Spending time with Guruji is an auspicious blessing. Recently I had the good fortune of a few afternoons in his Divine presence. His quiet tone and kind mannerisms belied the depth of his words. His phrases were rich in wisdom. He shared his wealth of wisdom casually and with the utmost simplicity. I began jotting down some of the things he said because I knew I would want to remember them.
Although the following information and statements were given in answer to questions asked or in reference to the conversation at the time, these words stand on their own significantly as divine guidance.
(Apologies if I have interpreted anything incorrectly. Any mistakes are mine.)
Dharma:
10 QUALITIES OF DHARMA:
Great Patience (Dhairy)
Forgiveness (Chama)
Purity of Thought (Dama)
Not Stealing (Asteya)
Cleanliness (shauch)
Discipline of Senses (Self Control)
Courage (Dheer)
Knowledge (Vidya)
Truth (Sathyam)
Calmness (Akroda)
Aachara Hina Na Dunanti Veda:
Dunanti- purify
Aachara Hina- Improper behavior
Na- Not
Veda- Teaching
It means: Those who know perfectly, but act imperfectly, even the Vedas cannot purify them. In other words, A person might know the appropriate way to act, but still acts inappropriately, therefore, even the Vedas can not purify him.
When we depart from this earth the one thing that goes with us is Dharma. Neither family, friends, money goes with us. Only Dharma stays with you. and only Dharma can protect you when no one is with you.
Dharma means righteous deed
If we have Dharma we don’t need anyone to save us, and no one can save us.
Personal Responsibility:
Cleanliness is everything, not just washing your clothes, putting on a scent, dressing nicely, Internal Cleaning!
If you know it, it is your responsibility to tell the truth. If you do not know it, it is not your responsibility.
Misguiding for your own benefit is punishable by the Divine.
Bringing misery to other peoples lives is a crime
Don’t compare yourself with anyone.
Don’t be jealous. Jealousy is a sin.
In a hurry do not do anything.
llusion:
Under the influence of illusion and greed we do things that hurt us.
Happiness is not connected with things.
Happiness is connected with thoughts
People are trying to change the outer environment, but they do not want to change their inner environment.
Self Study:
Working on thought and understanding these, that is called self study.
Self Study=Swadhya
How do you do self study? You observe your senses and behavior and you correct it.
Conflict of Thought:
Conflicting thought makes you uncomfortable. In that situation a hurricane comes (to your mind)
Conflict of thought is called a mental hurricane. At the time of a mental hurricane do not do anything, just stay in one place and wait until the worst of the ‘hurricane’ moves away. Once the hurricane is cleared away you can see everything clearly.
When a mental hurricane is there you can hurt yourself.
In this type of situation accept the unbiased advise of friends, relatives or teacher. Accept it as though the Divine is providing shelter, do not ignore it.
Self Doubt:
Don’t put yourself in self doubt. If you don’t know, find out the truth
Those who have self doubt can destroy themselves. (Study the Gita) on how to rid the self of doubt. Inquire. Accept the truth.
Sensual Pleasure:
(See) If the outcome of sensual pleasure is pleasant and not harmful to your thought in any way.
Some behaviors are temporarily pleasant.
Discover what causes the unpleasant, then do not repeat it.
Spiritual Life:
Spiritual life means you should be happy. You should have what you need. Everyone has basic needs of food and a home with space for a guest.
It is not necessary to have more then you need.
When you feel pain in your heart like a tightened fist, that is sadness. Meditate on the Anahata- heart chakra and the third eye together. That combines emotion with wisdom.
Read the Gita, then think about it, sequence, connection and intention of Lord Krishna to Arjuna
Listen and analyze. In any analyzation you need to see Lord Krishna’s intention. Why did he say that? What will be the result.
The Divine:
Believe in the Divine, good karma and truth. You will see justice and you will succeed.
A good prayer to Mother Divine: Thank you for everything. I do not deserve that much. You are most generous.
You can deceive anyone but not the Divine.
Guruji:
Whatever I want for myself I have to give to others.
How can I get peace if I don’t give it?
There is no permanent answer for everyone, it is person to person. Each case is individual.
Judge me through my actions, not my speech.
If they want to ask Guruji’s opinion, he will give it.
If they want to ask something, Guruji can say when.
Have faith in the Divine you will do just fine.
Please view my new blog: http://ascensionpioneer.blogspot.com
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