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hierarchy: The Path of Perfection
hierarchy: Chapter 5
The path of perfection 5
“As a lamp in a windless place does not waver, so the transcendentalist, whose mind is controlled, remains always steady …
The path of perfection 5
If the mind is absorbed in Kṛṣṇa consciousness, it will remain as steady as the flame of a candle that …
The path of perfection 5
The state of one thus steadily situated in meditation on the transcendent Self, or the Supreme Lord, is described by …
The path of perfection 5
“In the stage of perfection called trance, or samādhi, one’s mind is completely restrained from material mental activities by practice …
The path of perfection 5
Samādhi does not mean making oneself void or merging into the void. That is impossible. Kleśo ’dhikataras teṣām avyaktāsakta-cetasām. Some …
The path of perfection 5
I have often used the example of a restless child. Since it is impossible to make such a child motionless, …
The path of perfection 5
Rejoicing in the Self means rejoicing with Kṛṣṇa. Kṛṣṇa is the Supersoul, or the Superself. I am the individual soul, …
The path of perfection 5
If one is convinced that “I am part and parcel of Kṛṣṇa,” one is not disturbed even in the midst …
The path of perfection 5
Of course, Kṛṣṇa is giving all living entities protection, even in their rebellious condition (eko bahūnāṁ yo vidadhāti kāmān). Without …
The path of perfection 5
“I envy no one, nor am I partial to anyone. I am equal to all. But whoever renders service unto …
The path of perfection 5
How can Kṛṣṇa be envious of anyone? Everyone is Kṛṣṇa’s son. Similarly, how can Kṛṣṇa be an enemy toward anyone? …
The path of perfection 5
“One should engage oneself in the practice of yoga with determination and faith and not be deviated from the path. …