It Is 'Intellect' Instrumental In Imbuing 'I'-Consciousness In Introvert.
Endowment of this factor I - the Intellect differentiates and elevates the Human from other Beings of Creation. Thus this factor I is quite essential for realisation of life's purpose. People hear about so many instances of calling for high austere measures like Japa (Chanting) Tapa (Penance) renunciating from the world retreating into deep forests and caves of mountains. How many know that all these extremities are not at all necessary for realisation of life's purpose - Salvation. The most powerful instrument in one's hand, that is, one's Intellect helps in making 'Atma Anatma Vivechana', discreet discrimination between One and Only OneTruth, Parabrahma,Supreme Consciousness and the rest of illusory, transitory Srushti (Creation), Jagat; It guides one towards becoming Introvert. And then only starts the spiritual journey towards Salvation. So to say every thing about the Search for Salvation is 'Within'!
The sankeertana 'E Tapamulu Nela E Danamulu Nela' of Annamacharya throws light on the above mentioned aspects of spiritual strides.
'Why need various Tapas (penances); Why need various Danas (charities); Serving the Almighty within would realise life's purpose.
'Subjugation of all senses in one's body equals body's attainment of divinity. Contemplating on 'So Hum' ( I Am that Atman) and turning one's vision from outwards towards inner realm (becoming introvert) would visualise all deities within self.
'Retention within of the outgoing breath is equal to acquirement of benefits of Tapas (penance). Gradual subsiding and merging of all thoughts within equals merging away all bondages of sinful deeds.
'After this achievement in spiritual progress it is better to renunciate from the family matters of both pleasure and pain. If lived like this one would be Liberated quite early within this span. Thus the ultimate realisation of Salvation is by seeking refuge in the Almighty Within !'
'It is easier said than done' - this dictum may come into one's mind after going through this 'Easier' method towards Salvation by Annamancharya. But what is Salvation ! Realising that once all illusory being is merged into 'Within', only One Truth remains, that is the blissful 'I' - the Supreme Consciousness !
Endowment of this factor I - the Intellect differentiates and elevates the Human from other Beings of Creation. Thus this factor I is quite essential for realisation of life's purpose. People hear about so many instances of calling for high austere measures like Japa (Chanting) Tapa (Penance) renunciating from the world retreating into deep forests and caves of mountains. How many know that all these extremities are not at all necessary for realisation of life's purpose - Salvation. The most powerful instrument in one's hand, that is, one's Intellect helps in making 'Atma Anatma Vivechana', discreet discrimination between One and Only OneTruth, Parabrahma,Supreme Consciousness and the rest of illusory, transitory Srushti (Creation), Jagat; It guides one towards becoming Introvert. And then only starts the spiritual journey towards Salvation. So to say every thing about the Search for Salvation is 'Within'!
The sankeertana 'E Tapamulu Nela E Danamulu Nela' of Annamacharya throws light on the above mentioned aspects of spiritual strides.
'Why need various Tapas (penances); Why need various Danas (charities); Serving the Almighty within would realise life's purpose.
'Subjugation of all senses in one's body equals body's attainment of divinity. Contemplating on 'So Hum' ( I Am that Atman) and turning one's vision from outwards towards inner realm (becoming introvert) would visualise all deities within self.
'Retention within of the outgoing breath is equal to acquirement of benefits of Tapas (penance). Gradual subsiding and merging of all thoughts within equals merging away all bondages of sinful deeds.
'After this achievement in spiritual progress it is better to renunciate from the family matters of both pleasure and pain. If lived like this one would be Liberated quite early within this span. Thus the ultimate realisation of Salvation is by seeking refuge in the Almighty Within !'
'It is easier said than done' - this dictum may come into one's mind after going through this 'Easier' method towards Salvation by Annamancharya. But what is Salvation ! Realising that once all illusory being is merged into 'Within', only One Truth remains, that is the blissful 'I' - the Supreme Consciousness !
"So Hum - I Am Atman" Contemplation
Om Shanti!
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