How did I come to beThis me that I am nowWhat past has shaped meKarma? Tut, tut,How did the first … More
Tag: Maya
“The world is a drama of women and gold” (or more accurately, “lust and greed”)
The phrase, “The world is a drama of women and gold” (or more accurately, “lust and greed”), is a central teaching of Sri … More
“How does one live free while dwelling in the body?”
Parable of the Farmer and the Law of Karma
from The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna Parable of the Farmer It was about five o’clock in the afternoon. Sri Ramakrishna … More
बीत जाए रे उमरिया धीरे धीरे पैसा कमाने में
Beyond Awakening: Desire, Ego‑Death, and the Non‑Dual Mechanics of Liberation
In this dialogue we explore the deeper layers beyond yesterday’s discussion on desire and stillness. We look closely at why the ego fears awakening, why glimpses of awakening fade, and how true liberation differs from temporary witnessing. We examine the mechanics of ego‑death, the jnani’s relationship to emotions and the world, and what it really means to abide as the Self. The conversation unfolds into a clear non‑dual understanding of karma, grace, destiny, and the illusion of free will. Ultimately, what dissolves is the seeker; what remains is the effortless radiance of Being.
My Mother’s Curse
In a fit of anger my mother cursed me once that, “After you are dead, your body will become purugula paalu.”Now, … More
13 Sayings
“Your problem creates an opportunity for someone else.” “This whole tamasha of Maya and liberation from Maya hinges on your nuanced … More
The World is in Your Mind – Subjective Idealism
The whole world is in your mind. Ask yourself how and where you know that your body is there? Obviously … More
What Has Shakespeare/Socrates to Do With Shankaracharya?
What has Shakespeare or Socrates to do with Shankaracharya? Nothing. Shakespeare glorifies the theater of Maya, making us weep and laugh at dream-characters. Socrates spins webs of thought, trapping us in endless dialogue. Both literature and philosophy grant solidity to illusion, deepening our bondage to samsara. Shankaracharya is not another voice in their marketplace; he is the firebrand who torches the whole bazaar. Brahma Satyam, Jagat Mithya—the world is false, Brahman alone is real. Advaita is not here to polish the dream but to shatter it. Wake up. The play is over.