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7th August 2022
Self DiscoveryB. S. Dabral

WHAT IS MEDITATION ?

Defining Meditation

Like so many ancient, spiritual terms that once had clarity and context, the word “meditation” has been given a life of its own in modern parlance.  And, while all attempts to seek this state called “meditation” are to be revered and celebrated, there is merit in returning to the ancient sources which first defined dhyāna.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali define meditation as:

tatra pratyayaika-tānatā dhyānam. तत्र प्रत्ययैकतानता ध्यानम् ।।

“In that [concentration or its locus], the single [unbroken]...

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12th July 2022
Self DiscoveryB. S. Dabral

Guru Purnima 2022

GURU IS A TRADITION : A STREAM OF KNOWLEDGE  

Purnima means a full moon day, and according to the Indian calendar, we celebrate it on this month.  This day has always been devoted to recognizing, respecting, and honouring the Guru.

The Guru introduces you to the guru within you which is your own conscience and says,"Look within and be guided by this.”  The Guru guides you, inspires you and gives you the strength. The strength which is already within you.

Guru Purnima is a day that reminds us that the purpose of life is to attain knowledge which dispels the darkness of ignorance. ...

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