Exploring the Divine Within: Why We Seek When God is Everywhere
Why are we on the journey to find God, despite it being present everywhere? The answer lies in our relationship with the divine and the influence of our beliefs and personal experiences.
Belief vs. Practical Reality
Though God permeates all existence, believing in His presence is one thing, and experiencing His influence is another. Just as we know that air surrounds us, we can still suffer from a lack of oxygen if our lungs are not functioning properly. Similarly, our belief in God often remains theoretical unless it translates into a meaningful personal experience.
The mind, which is the apparatus used to "breathe in" the beliefs about God, can be like a clogged filter. Every day, it is filled with distractions and noise (negative thoughts) that make it difficult for us to connect with the divine. This spiritual impurity hinders our ability to experience and integrate the divine into our lives.
Renewing Our Inner Being
The act of seeking God is often seen as a process of spiritual renewal. It is akin to cleaning a clogged filter, allowing it to function properly and efficiently. Shivakalpa Mahayogi Sri Sri Dadaji Maharaj believes that this journey begins with spiritual practices, led by a self-realized spiritual master or guru. These practices, such as dhyan (meditation) and sadhana (disciplined practice), help to clear the mind and facilitate a deeper connection with the divine.
The Ocean of Consciousness
Consider the ocean – it surrounds us in all directions, yet we can only experience its vastness through the water we swim in. Similarly, God is the omnipresent universal pure consciousness that infuses every aspect of our existence. However, we might not be able to feel His presence due to the layer of spiritual ignorance or avidya. This ignorance acts as a filter, preventing us from experiencing our true nature.
Just as you cannot swim in the ocean if covered by a polyethylene sheet, we cannot experience the divine if our minds are clouded by spiritual ignorance. This layer needs to be removed through spiritual practices, leading us towards self-realization and ultimately to the center of our being – the atman, a drop of pure consciousness that has temporarily separated from the divine due to its own ignorance.
Embracing Sarvam Khalvidam Brahma
According to Hindu scriptures, every aspect of existence sarvam khalvidam brahma (everything is Brahman). This profound truth suggests that the supreme essence or power infused in all creation is divine. However, many individuals lack the spiritual and intellectual capacity to fully grasp this principle.
For those who are unable to understand this on their own, the guidance of a spiritual teacher or sadguru is essential. Through this guidance, an individual can be led to understand that every object, every person, and every event in their life is a manifestation of the divine power. Only through the teachings of a spiritual master and the practice of meditation and self-reflection can one truly internalize the realization of sarvam khalvidam brahma.
Contact Information
To learn more about spiritual practices and the journey towards self-realization, you can contact the Shivakalpa Mahayogi Sri Sri Dadaji Maharajn Ashram. Address: 11/1 Rupnarayan Nandan Lane, Kolkata - 700025, India. Contact: 91-33-2454-1184.
Embrace the journey of self-discovery and the spiritual quest to find the divine within. With the right practices and guidance, you can bridge the gap between belief and experience, feeling the omnipresence of God in every moment.