- Moksha is the ultimate goal of spiritual evolution, involving the dissolution of duality and realizing one's true nature.
- Even those who have attained contentment don't necessarily develop a burning desire to exit the cyclic flow of life.
- To yearn for moksha, we must accept the continuous stream of life extending beyond physical death and perceive the futility of the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
- Until this futility is throughly felt and there is an intense urge to break it there is no significant movement in the direction of Moksha.
- A true seeker of Moksha aims to return to the source, the natural state of consciousness liberated from the cycles of birth and death.
- Thus one needs to discern between Abhyudaya and NihShreyasa
Moksha, the ultimate goal of spiritual evolution, is not only the dissolution of duality but also the profound realization of one's true nature as the eternal, limitless, and indivisible source. However, for those of us deeply rooted in this world, our purpose and meaning are intricately intertwined with our earthly existence. Thus, it is not a sudden denouncement of our worldly pursuits that leads us towards desiring moksha.
Even those who have found contentment in their worldly endeavours may not immediately develop a burning desire to break free from the cycles of birth and death. To truly yearn for moksha, we must first accept the fundamental truth that life is a continuous stream, extending beyond the boundaries of physical death. It forms a cyclic pattern of rebirths, wherein we traverse the same worlds in varied ways, time and time again. Only when we begin to perceive the futility of this endless cycle of ignorant birth, death and rebirth, can we embark on a journey towards higher spiritual existence which inevitably breaks this cycle in its course.
Operating within the confines of these cycles of birth and death, completely driven by ignorance and helplessness, we eventually don't find the worldly lives to be alluring. The inevitability of birth, aging, sickness, and the ignorance that accompanies death all begin to appear as perils. It is through this realization that a deep motivation and aspiration arises to break free from the clutches of this cyclic existence. Until the need to transcend these cycles becomes a purpose in itself, the concept of moksha remains elusive.
At the core of understanding moksha lies the recognition of the continuity of life within this cycle. It is a profound acknowledgment that life extends beyond the boundaries of a single lifetime, persisting in an intricate web of interconnected experiences. By embracing this understanding, we lay the foundation for our spiritual journey towards liberation ( Moksha), where the quest for moksha unfolds as a transformative pursuit of ultimate truth and freedom. It is only now that the word “Freedom” begins to make sense. All the impermanence and uncertainties of human life becomes contrastingly clear. A different perspective towards life emerges. This perspective is only for those who seek the ultimate freedom.
Life is made up of interconnected moments. Each moment, when examined closely, reveals itself as a finite point in time and space, forming the essence of life itself. These moments are bound to the past, influenced by prior causes, and hold expectations for the future, projecting outcomes yet to unfold. Together, this collection of moments forms the tapestry of life, a continuous stream of existence.
Within this stream, life events emerge as small clusters of significant moments, carrying collective relevance. How do we measure and comprehend these moments? For a spiritual adept, it is the time taken for a single breath – a breath symbolizing life's rhythm. A collection of these breaths becomes a representation of life's journey.
For ordinary beings, life unfolds through a series of categorized events: childhood, adulthood, and old age. We perceive the progression from past to present, shaping our future. Qualitatively, we interpret these events as good or bad, fortunate or unfortunate, and map them to our growth and decline. In our interconnectedness with others (through interactions, exchanges, and engagements) we witness how these events are influenced and affected. We form connections, fostering a web of relationships that generate a rich tapestry of emotions and feelings, ultimately linking us to the vast cosmos itself.
Amidst our daily lives, we often fail to perceive the bigger picture of our impact and the ways in which we are impacted. We are so engrossed in observing events closely and consciously experiencing their outcomes that we overlook the grander continuity of life, transcending our limited self and awareness.
However, those who seek Moksha, liberation from the cycles of birth and death, choose not to be entangled in the enchantments of worldly affairs. They embrace each moment, accepting whatever unfolds in their lives, while remaining focused on the higher goal of spiritual transcendence through whatever means this lifetime has offered them. Their present life becomes a precious tool in their journey. Although they too cannot fully perceive the intricacies of pasts and futures, they abide by the fundamental principles of worldly existence, navigating their path with wisdom and purpose. That is why many times real adepts are just like commoners in the world, without making a huge noise about their pursuits and live a humble and simple life.
For a true seeker of Moksha the spiritual aspiration is to return to the source, to the true nature of existence in absoluteness. It is called NihShreyasam or Moksham. That state is described as Sahaja-chaitanya-atmanaa-avasthanam (सहजचैतन्यात्मनावस्थानं )The natural state of conciousness seated in the Atma.
