Dear friends,
I'm currently immersed in Flawless Mirror, the writings of Kamala Silva on her time with Guruji. I would like to read either God Talks with Arjuna or The Second Coming of Christ this year, but I am undecided as to which. Perhaps you could help me decide? As I wanted to focus on attaining my Masters in Professional Writing, I never did get around to applying for the Lessons. I am still considering whether that is the next logical step.
My practice is going well, and I feel Guruji is present. It's bizarre to me that there are direct disciples who extol the virtues of having a living Guru, but their continued relationship with Paramhansaji amounts to this, no?
The weather here is improving, which provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor meditations. I am in the process of applying for a part time job, assisting in the office of a local heritage organisation. I feel that this would be a perfect role for me, which would allow me to continue my spiritual work and my writing also.
OM Guru,
Casey
Hello Casey,
i was somewhat hoping that someone else would respond to this entry.... not because i did not want to but i don't think i understand it all. Specifically this: "My practice is going well, and I feel Guruji is present. It's bizarre to me that there are direct disciples who extol the virtues of having a living Guru, but their continued relationship with Paramhansaji amounts to this, no?" Perhaps you will explain the meaning of your words.
Since i did not know about Silvia i have learned something new.
i found some information about her at:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamala_Silva
In the article above i found this: 'Years before she helped to establish the Richmond temple, Kamala's guru had told her "the price of spiritual greatness is seclusion." With her retirement, Kamala was at last free of active public service and able to pursue her true destiny.'
It appears that the Ananda community gave her support when she had health challenges. No doubt--Paramahansa Yogananda is happy for their support! Thanks for telling us about yourself and her.
In the next paragraph i have answers to your question: "I would like to read either
God Talks with Arjuna or
The Second Coming of Christ this year, but I am undecided as to which. Perhaps you could help me decide? As I wanted to focus on attaining my Masters in Professional Writing, I never did get around to applying for the Lessons. I am still considering whether that is the next logical step."
i personally have found the SRF lessons to be part of the 'Masters Professional Writings' and the most practical advice and spiritual teachings in writing available. But of course what to me is the most important thing that i have read in my life may not be to others. i also like the Gita over the Second Coming. This is because we in the west have never gotten a real ability to understand Eastern writings from India. Instead we have been inundated with the teachings of Christ. For once in my life i would like to have a deeper understanding of another culture and its spiritual teachings and religious scriptures without having to be told that there is only one way to God and that is thru Jesus Christ.
What ever you choose to read i am sure that there are those here who would like to share with you and take notice of your findings.
