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अर्जुन को कृष्ण मिल गए, हमें क्यों नहीं मिलते? || आचार्य प्रशांत (2022)
राष्ट्रधर्म
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Consciousness
Karma
Vedanta
Liberation
Self-Inquiry
Spirituality
Ego
Truth
Description

Acharya Prashant explains that action, its fruits, and destiny are not independent entities; rather, consciousness is primary. He emphasizes that a conscious decision can sever the bonds of all karmic fruits. Spirituality is described as an internal death or 'Mahamrityu,' where the ego that performed the action ceases to exist, thereby liberating the individual from the consequences of past deeds. He asserts that one must become dead to the past to achieve liberation, as the future is merely the 'corpse of the past' being carried forward. The essence of Vedanta, according to him, lies in making the right choice, which is the only true distinction a person can have. He further discusses the concept of 'Atma-Vichar' (self-inquiry), distinguishing it from ordinary thought. While ordinary thoughts are driven by tendencies like jealousy or greed, self-inquiry involves observing the center from which these thoughts arise. By shining the light of awareness on one's internal state, that state dissolves, leading to momentary freedom. He uses the analogy of a soldier behind a wall to explain that thoughts should be observed from behind their source rather than being countered with more thoughts. This process of observation leads to the understanding of one's true nature beyond mental tendencies. Acharya Prashant also touches upon the relationship between spirituality, morality, and law. He argues that while laws attempt to control criminal tendencies through fear and punishment, spirituality addresses the root cause by transforming the individual's inner state. He redefines accumulation as a form of theft—specifically, the theft of time and energy that should have been used for liberation. Finally, he advises maintaining an unwavering commitment to a higher truth or principle, regardless of external circumstances. This 'Maryada' (boundary or discipline), when practiced with consciousness, serves as a protective shield against the corrupting influences of the world.