To the sincere seekers on the path of self-realisation 🌺,
The role of a True Guru is akin to the lighthouse guiding ships through the darkest nights and tumultuous seas. The Guru does not just impart knowledge but illuminates the very soul, dispelling the shadows of ignorance and doubt.
The Srimad Bhagavad Gita, in its profound wisdom, speaks of the importance of such guidance: ‘Acquire knowledge through reverence to those who perceive the truth, bow to them, and inquire sincerely. Those seers of truth will teach you knowledge.’
Let us delve into the sacred role of a True Guru:
- Guiding Light: The Guru offers direction, showing the spiritual aspirant the path, even when it remains veiled by worldly distractions or inner turmoil.
- Mirror to the Soul: Through their wisdom and insight, the Guru reflects the seeker’s true self, revealing both their latent potential and areas of growth.
- Anchor in Storms: When doubts arise or faith wavers, the Guru stands firm as an anchor, offering stability and clarity amidst life’s tempests.
- Bridge to the Divine: The Guru not only talks of the Divine but serves as a living bridge, enabling the disciple to experience and connect with that transcendent reality.
From the boundless ocean of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 4, Verse 34):
“तद्विद्धि प्रणिपातेन परिप्रश्नेन सेवया | उपदेक्ष्यन्ति ते ज्ञानं ज्ञानिनस्तत्त्वदर्शिनः ||”
Which translates to:
“Know that through prostration, inquiry, and service, the wise who have realized the truth will impart knowledge unto you.”
May each one find their guiding light, their True Guru, who leads them from darkness to luminance, from untruth to truth.
Continued blessings…
Sri Guru Baba Vyas
Prana Urja Healing Society