Common misconceptions about Self Realization
Common Misconceptions about Self Realization A series of recent incidents opened a discussion about self realized gurus. What they are perceived to be and how they often disappoint. I know two brothers who for the past couple of years have been stretched thin due to the rapidly declining health of both parents. One brother is spiritually inclined, the other not at all. The one who leans toward spiritual routines has been initiated into these by a guru who he met through his wife’s family. Besides the common circus that both brothers have been doing, handling their demanding jobs and the care of their parents, the younger brother is additionally devoting time towards his spiritual duties. When he takes off to meet his guru in the midst of being with his parents, it irks his brother. If the guru has a sixth sense doesn’t he know better to ask his disciple to not leave the side of his parents ? The question was steeped in sarcasm stemming from deep distrust in spiritual g...
