Who Is Nearest to Samadhi?
Sutras 21 & 22 of Book One of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali 21. It [samadhi] is nearest to those whose desire [for samadhi] is intensely strong. Vyasa simply says: “They soon attain samadhi and the fruit of samadhi.” Two interesting words are used here: samvega and … Continue reading
Signs of an Awakened Kundalini
Q: Can you please tell me about signs of awaking of Kundalini? How is a sadhaka supposed to detect it? Here are the words of Sri Ramakrishna on the subject: “The mind of a worldly man generally moves among the three lower centres: those at … Continue reading
How to Develop Sattwa Guna
Q: Can you please guide me as to how to increase the predominance of sattwa guna so as to move steadily in the path of devotion while continence is being practiced? Two things are necessary to help the sadhaka increase in sattwa, and both are … Continue reading
Are You Among the “Nirvanics”?
“Nirvanics” mentioned in this article The way of the wise “Those who meditate with perseverance, constantly working hard at it, are the wise who experience Nirvana, the ultimate freedom from chains” (Dhammapada 23). Guru Nanak, founder of the Sikh religion, frequently used the expression “godwards” … Continue reading
Six Quick Answers to Spiritual Questions
Here are answers to some of the spiritual questions which readers have asked us. If you have questions on spiritual life, we invite you to explore our site to increase your knowledge, or use our contact form here. Q: If I am not mistaken, the … Continue reading
3 Factors for Maintaining Brahmacharya
Q: How can I succeed in maintaining brahmacharya? It is not easy. Whenever we begin any positive endeavor it is only natural that opposition to it will arise, both from without and within. However, “greater is he that is in you, than he that is … Continue reading