These thoughts are expressed in the beginning of the book -- Preface, Jivan Pagaran, Edition 3.
Harijan Ashram,
Sabarmati,
February 9, 1951.
These letters are written for the persons who are just making their feet wet in spirituality. It is understandable that it may not be appropriate for all, complete in its entirety or may not contain all the information on the subject.
It is very important for the beginner sadhak to not give much importance to the measures and manifestations of his own progress in spirituality since it may not be appropriate for his understanding at that level of progress. At the same time sadhak will have to figure out the measure of his own progress. It is appropriate that he continues to explore and measure his level. It is also important for him to completely stop measuring others.
One gets the return from the friends and companions depending upon the sincerity, thoughtfulness and intentions that were expressed towards them. Some sentient beings may not seem to be able to progress apparently, in spite of living close to very developed souls for a long time. This observation has led some to believe that some soul stayed with the certain soul but was not benefited. These thoughts are not proper. If natural and forceful efforts are made and aim is established firmly regarding the direction that one wants to pursue, nothing should matter and there should be no objection. Every sadhak has to find out what is objectionable to him.
--------------- Continued next week's blog.
Pujya Shree Mota
Jivan Pagaran
Edition 3; Preface -- Pages 6 -- 7.
Harijan Ashram,
Sabarmati,
February 9, 1951.
These letters are written for the persons who are just making their feet wet in spirituality. It is understandable that it may not be appropriate for all, complete in its entirety or may not contain all the information on the subject.
It is very important for the beginner sadhak to not give much importance to the measures and manifestations of his own progress in spirituality since it may not be appropriate for his understanding at that level of progress. At the same time sadhak will have to figure out the measure of his own progress. It is appropriate that he continues to explore and measure his level. It is also important for him to completely stop measuring others.
One gets the return from the friends and companions depending upon the sincerity, thoughtfulness and intentions that were expressed towards them. Some sentient beings may not seem to be able to progress apparently, in spite of living close to very developed souls for a long time. This observation has led some to believe that some soul stayed with the certain soul but was not benefited. These thoughts are not proper. If natural and forceful efforts are made and aim is established firmly regarding the direction that one wants to pursue, nothing should matter and there should be no objection. Every sadhak has to find out what is objectionable to him.
--------------- Continued next week's blog.
Pujya Shree Mota
Jivan Pagaran
Edition 3; Preface -- Pages 6 -- 7.
