| To describe anything in words is difficult; it might even cause boredom. But to demonstrate it by deed is easier and more pleasant! Through meditation, spiritual aspirants are able to cast off their ignorance, layer by layer. They withdraw their sense perceptions from contact with worldly experiences. Only the process that aims at this holy consummation deserves to be called meditation. For this task you must be equipped with good habits, discipline, and high ideals. You must be full of renunciation towards worldly things and their attractions. Whatever be the situation, you should conduct yourself with enthusiasm and joy. Whatever is done must be dedicated not to eke out a livelihood, but for earning Atmic bliss (Atma-ananda). You should train yourself to adopt a good sitting pose (asana< /em>) to avoid bodily tension and to go beyond body consciousness. If you truly meditate thus, you will achieve oneness with the Divine and experience the joy of realizing the Atma within yourself. - Dhyana Vahini, Chap 2, Chanting God's Name and Meditation. |
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