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दुनिया से अछूता कुछ है आपके पास? || आचार्य प्रशांत, अष्टावक्र गीता पर (2014)
आचार्य प्रशांत
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Ashtavakra Gita
Akshaya
Muni
Gat-santapa
Self-knowledge
Moksha
Mahavir
Kabir Saheb
Description

Acharya Prashant explains that the verses of Ashtavakra Gita are not merely for logical commentary or translation but must be deeply felt within. He emphasizes the term 'Akshaya' (imperishable), stating that one cannot truly understand this word unless they have discovered something within themselves that the world cannot diminish or shake. Most people live according to their circumstances, allowing external situations to expand or contract their state of mind. To truly resonate with the scripture, one must have a prior acquaintance with the imperishable; otherwise, words like 'imperishable' remain as lifeless as a description of plastic. He asserts that Ashtavakra cannot give anyone anything new; he only verifies and validates one's own experiences of truth. He further discusses the terms 'Gat-santapa' (one whose sufferings have been removed) and 'Muni' (the wise one). He defines a Muni, citing Mahavir, as one who is 'awake' or 'not asleep.' Acharya Prashant points out the hypocrisy in claiming that nothing in the world is important while still being attached to trivial possessions and schedules. He clarifies that when Ashtavakra asks 'where is Vidya (knowledge)?', he is referring even to self-knowledge or liberation. He suggests that a state exists where even the highest concepts like Moksha become irrelevant because one is in such a state of bliss. He concludes by noting that humans are often afraid of their own vastness because realizing their divine nature would require them to abandon their petty habits and small identities.