Best of Both Worlds Positive Mysticism
Restlessness is the root cause of chaos in individual minds. Most of us have forgotten the fundamental binding force - the feeling of universal brotherhood. Hence, there is room for interpersonal conflict, extending to clashes between communities, societies and countries. This is because we tend to avoid the vital issue of self-knowledge or the knowledge of soul. A person may possess wealth, but if he does not know anything about his own self, it is all in vain. The science of spirituality needs to be given a new orientation for wider appeal. Spirituality is nothing but becoming conscious of the soul and God within. It is an inner experience and its alphabet begins where all philosophies of the world end. In modern life we find it hard to strike a balance in the development of our spiritual, intellectual and physical sides. Modern society as a whole values intellectual and physical growth. Unfortunately, it does not place a high value on spiritu al development. We can lead a productive, fulfilliing life in the world while working towards spiritual ends. Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj called this aрproach "positive mysticism" as opposed to "negative mysticism", which required a seeker to give up his home and society and live in jungles or on the mountains in order to find God. The path of positive mysticism enables one to achieve the best of both worlds. In this path we pursue the inner journey while remaining in the society into which we were born. We continue to perform our obligations to our family, job, community and society plus devote time each day for meditation. The concept of positive mysticism can give us an understanding of how we can achieve spiritual growth while meeting the challenge of the age. The process of meditation can be practised in the comfort of our own home, while sitting in a train on the way to work or in any moment of solitude. It involves no difficult practice, no rigorous postures. We can meditate when sitting in any pose that is most convenient and in which we can sit still for a period of time. Meditation on the inner Light and Sound is so simple that it can be practised by a young child or an elderly person, by those who are healthy and those who have physical disabilities. After finding a comfortable position, one closes one's eyes, gazes within and experiences, through the help of a teacher, the divine Light and Sound. With daily meditation, our concentration naturally improves; it helps improve our intellectual abilities. Meditation helps us to learn and absorb more information. Through meditation, we also experience physical well-being. During meditation our body is relaxed. We are free from stress and tension. The increase in concentration and control over stress and tension will help us to achieve success in our worldly activities. There is yet another aspect of meditation which will have untold benefits in our lives. As the soul journeys into the beyond and experiences its relationship with God it has a great realisation. It sees that there is a soul in every living thing. We begin to see God's light shining in all. We develop love for everyone. A great transformation takes place in us and we radiate love and sympathy to everyone. Peace and harmony will enter our hearts and homes. Our family and social life will become peaceful and blissful. Thus we will not only have peace in our homes, but will also contribute to the peace of the world. Positive mysticism means that while pursuing spiritual progress, we also make a positive contribution to our family, society and world at large.
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Courtesy: Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj Speaking Tree ,Times of India
Best of Both Worlds Positive Mysticism
Restlessness is the root cause of chaos in individual minds. Most of us have forgotten the fundamental binding force - the feeling of universal brotherhood. Hence, there is room for interpersonal conflict, extending to clashes between communities, societies and countries. This is because we tend to avoid the vital issue of self-knowledge or the knowledge of soul. A person may possess wealth, but if he does not know anything about his own self, it is all in vain. The science of spirituality needs to be given a new orientation for wider appeal. Spirituality is nothing but becoming conscious of the soul and God within. It is an inner experience and its alphabet begins where all philosophies of the world end. In modern life we find it hard to strike a balance in the development of our spiritual, intellectual and physical sides. Modern society as a whole values intellectual and physical growth. Unfortunately, it does not place a high value on spiritu al development. We can lead a productive, fulfilliing life in the world while working towards spiritual ends. Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj called this aрproach "positive mysticism" as opposed to "negative mysticism", which required a seeker to give up his home and society and live in jungles or on the mountains in order to find God. The path of positive mysticism enables one to achieve the best of both worlds. In this path we pursue the inner journey while remaining in the society into which we were born. We continue to perform our obligations to our family, job, community and society plus devote time each day for meditation. The concept of positive mysticism can give us an understanding of how we can achieve spiritual growth while meeting the challenge of the age. The process of meditation can be practised in the comfort of our own home, while sitting in a train on the way to work or in any moment of solitude. It involves no difficult practice, no rigorous postures. We can meditate when sitting in any pose that is most convenient and in which we can sit still for a period of time. Meditation on the inner Light and Sound is so simple that it can be practised by a young child or an elderly person, by those who are healthy and those who have physical disabilities. After finding a comfortable position, one closes one's eyes, gazes within and experiences, through the help of a teacher, the divine Light and Sound. With daily meditation, our concentration naturally improves; it helps improve our intellectual abilities. Meditation helps us to learn and absorb more information. Through meditation, we also experience physical well-being. During meditation our body is relaxed. We are free from stress and tension. The increase in concentration and control over stress and tension will help us to achieve success in our worldly activities. There is yet another aspect of meditation which will have untold benefits in our lives. As the soul journeys into the beyond and experiences its relationship with God it has a great realisation. It sees that there is a soul in every living thing. We begin to see God's light shining in all. We develop love for everyone. A great transformation takes place in us and we radiate love and sympathy to everyone. Peace and harmony will enter our hearts and homes. Our family and social life will become peaceful and blissful. Thus we will not only have peace in our homes, but will also contribute to the peace of the world. Positive mysticism means that while pursuing spiritual progress, we also make a positive contribution to our family, society and world at large.
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed in the Article above are Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj kashmiribhatta.in is not in any way responsible for the opinions expressed in the above article. The article belongs to its respective owner or owners and this site does not claim any right over it.
Courtesy: Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj Speaking Tree ,Times of India