Exploring Enlightenment: Questions to Ask an Enlightened Being

Introduction to the I Ching and Carl Jung's Wisdom

Have you ever delved into the profound wisdom of the I Ching, Carl Jung’s introduction to the Wilhelm edition? In this profound text, Jung describes the approach one should take when engaging with the I Ching. Similarly, when meeting enlightened beings or true spiritual masters, the same wisdom applies. Understanding their authenticity is key.

Why Would an Enlightened Being Need Validation?

Have you ever pondered why any enlightened being or true spiritual master would need to prove their authenticity to you? From the perspective of someone claiming to be enlightened, the response might be a simple chuckle. Questions won’t help you until you know what you are truly seeking.

Following Your Instincts Over Logic

It is more empowering to trust your gut and your senses rather than seeking logic and reasons. The authenticity of a spiritual master is not questioned with the mind but felt in the body. Your quest for authentic enlightenment is hindered by a habitual mindset that relies on logic and the search for someone to “trust” or to look for genuine people.

Embracing the Journey of Enlightenment

Enlightenment is a deeply individual experience. What you seek from an enlightened person is likely rooted in why and what you are seeking. An unenlightened person believing they are enlightened may still be misaligned with true enlightenment. What matters most is an 'energetic signature' that indicates genuine transformation.

Enlightenment manifests in various ways, just as tasting an orange for the first time. All the knowledge and siddhis (psychic powers) in the world may serve as a reference but leave you with a best guess. Authentic experiences can only be gained by personal exploration.

If your goal is genuine enlightenment, trust the guidance already present in your life. If you are prepared for the experience, guidance and teaching may not be necessary; a catalyst is often enough.

The Diagnosis of Misconceptions

We often confuse siddhis, psychometry, and psychic powers with proof of enlightenment or self-realization. These phenomena can be misleading and do not always indicate the true experience of enlightenment.

True enlightenment is a deeply personal and transformative experience. It is not a prove-and-congratulations moment but a journey of understanding and experiencing the world in a new and profound way.