Diwali , the Festival of Lights is celebrated by lighting lamps illuminating the night. This is a happy festival when people gather and enjoy the beautiful candles. Each one of us has the Light of the soul within us. But we are not aware of it because we identify ourselves with the outer world of darkness and illusion. If we would invert our attention within through meditation, we would discover this illuminating Light. Whenever the dark spells of life threaten to bring us down, we could invert, find the Light within, and bring it forth into the darkness to dispel it. Whenever we find we are faced with sickness, financial problems, ignominy, or loss, we can remember that these are but passing clouds in the brilliant sunlit sky.
Challenges are a part of life. Sometimes, we let them get the better of us and we find ourselves succumbing to them. However, there is always hope, which will bring light to the dark spells that come our way. We just have to know where to look for it.
In life, we are faced with numerous challenges. We may have illnesses, financial or relationship problems, or loss of our reputation. We may experience some dark patches. But we do not have to be blinded by the darkness.
Whenever we feel we are in a dark spell of our life, we need only tap into the Light of our soul. We are Light. Our soul is Light. Our true nature is Light. If we would only identify with our true nature, we would find there is no darkness. If we would also bring our own innate goodness and Light into our daily life, we would never be overcome by the darkness of life again.
Each one of us has the Light of the soul within us. But we are not aware of it because we identify ourselves with the outer world of darkness and illusion. If we would invert our attention within through meditation, we would discover this illuminating Light. Whenever the dark spells of life threaten to bring us down, we could invert, find the Light within, and bring it forth into the darkness to dispel it.
Whenever we find we are faced with sickness, financial problems, ignominy, or loss, we can remember that these are but passing clouds in the brilliant sunlit sky. Our true reality is Light and love. When we associate with the temporary illusions of this world, we feel pain. But when we realize that the outer events are but a dream existence, a passing show that is but temporary, we can rise above the pain and disappointment.
When we find sadness in life, let us maintain our inner harmony. When we find misfortune, let us count the numerous times we have experienced good fortune. When we fail, take that as an opportunity to learn from our mistakes and try again.
Escape from darkness through meditation
When we find ourselves in darkness, let us close our eyes and focus within until we see the Light. That Light will bring with it peace, joy, and love. It will comfort us and give us strength to carry on.
If we bring that Light into our life, then we too, like the cave, will find that there is no more darkness. If we sit in meditation, we can experience the Light waiting for us within. Let us not be distracted by the darkness of thought, but instead sit in stillness and wait lovingly for the Light within to shine upon us.
It is the birthright of every human being of find the “festival of lights” of his or her soul and return to God. All it takes is the desire to do so. While God has sent us to this earth, we all have the opportunity to attain the bliss of union with the lord. Yet, how few take advantage of that opportunity! Many are born, but few turn within. We call all attain this happiness.
Next week check out for Blog "Overcoming Anger With Meditation"
Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj is an internationally recognized spiritual Master who teaches meditation on the inner Light and Sound as building blocks for achieving spiritual illumination. Social and civic leaders throughout the world have praised Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj for his deep wisdom and efforts in promoting inner and outer peace. Visit www.sos.org
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