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EDITORIAL  About the AuthorOther Stories by this Author Star Trek Spiritualism BY MAYESVARA DASA EDITORIAL, Apr 1 (VNN) — Hello, Namaste & Pranams. Many of you are familiar with the philosophical concept known as "mayavadi" philosophy. It is also referred to as "Advaita" which means "Non-Dual". This philosophy suggests that the absolute final conclusion of all truth resides in "Brahman" realization where there is not individuality or distinction between matter and spirit. Advocates of this philosophy are fond of citing the Sanskrit sutra... "Tat-Twam-Asmi" which means "You-Are-That". The obvious flaw in mayavadi philosophy is easily recognized when one considers basic logic. By definition the "Absolute Truth" must include everything that exists within the universe. Everything that we perceive or experience must be inclusive within that Absolute Truth or else it is not consistent to refer to it as the Absolute Truth. Those who are rigorous in their pursuit of transcendental awakening acknowledge this obvious line of reasoning and are resolute about not stopping with Brahman realization. Instead they continue their inquiry. At that point some are fortunate enough to come in contact with a teacher who has attained Bhagavan Realization, whereupon the Personality of Godhead is then revealed to them via the process of surrender and Bhakti Yoga as outlined in the Bhagavad Gita. The culmination of the Yoga process is confirmed by Lord Krishna Himself in the sixth chapter of the Gita which is appropriately called "Sankya Yoga". (The Analytical study of the relationship between Mind, Spirit, and Matter) After methodically describing the different processes of yoga to Arjuna Krishna concludes: yoginam api sarvesam mad-gatenantar-atmana sraddhavan bhajate yo mam sa me yuktatamo matah "And of all yogis, the one with great faith who always abides in Me, thinks of Me within himself, and renders transcendental loving service to Me--he is the most intimately united with Me in yoga and is the highest of all. That is My opinion." Bg- 6.47 Many of you already know that my service has evolved into providing rational arguments designed to awaken individuals who have become enchanted, and thus trapped, in Brahman realization. . This is a difficult task because of the abundance of impersonal philosophy and the tendency for individuals to misunderstand "Bhagavan" realization. (The Third stage of God realization.) Regardless of whatever apparent success or failure I may seem to encounter in this endeavor the task itself is extremely satisfying and becomes it's own reward. Recently the Ojai Valley Newspaper ran a short article I wrote exposing the inconsistencies of the New Age Mayavadies and I invite all of you to read it at: Ojai Valley Newspaper (Entitled: Star Trek Spiritualism) As usual I always enjoy receiving any questions or comments that this piece may generate from my reader. As for those of you who have written to me inquiring about former pieces I have written please bear with me. I try to answer every question that is tossed in my direction but sometimes it is hard for me to keep up with them all in a timely manner. Hoping your heart is peaceful, your mood is happy, and your spirit is filled with content. Cordially, mayesvara dasa AKA: Bill Roberts robertswg@phdnswc.navy.mil (M-F 7am-3pm) mayesvara@aol.com (About once a week on weekends.) About the Author Other Stories by this AuthorComment on this storyContact VNN about this storySend this story to a friend
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