Sacred Synergy: Exploring a Devotee's Devotion & God in 'Yog-Saadhna'

In Continuation of Navratri Geeta Classes at Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Revered Chancellor, Dr. Pranav Pandya Sir, explains the concept of  'Brahmacharya' & tells that the person who follows celibacy, keeps his mind calm, conscience pure and remains engaged in devotion to God, becomes free from fear.

Thus, with a serene, fearless, and unwavering mind, and staunch in the vow of 'Brahmacharya', the vigilant yogi should meditate the supreme God, having him alone as the supreme goal, embodies profound principles of yogic and spiritual practice. It is drawn from Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, where Lord Krishna imparts wisdom to Arjuna.

The call for a "serene, fearless, and unwavering mind" emphasizes the importance of inner tranquility and steadfast focus in one's spiritual journey. These qualities help individuals remain undisturbed by external influences, enabling deeper introspection and connection with the divine.

The mention of "staunch in the vow of celibacy" underscores the significance of self-discipline and purity in one's lifestyle. Celibacy, in this context, is a means of conserving and redirecting vital energy towards spiritual growth.

The central message is to meditate on the divine, represented here as "Me," with unwavering devotion and dedication. By making the divine their ultimate goal, the yogi seeks to transcend worldly desires and attachments, aiming for a higher state of consciousness and unity with the divine.

In essence, Shraddhey encourages students to become a dedicated, composed, and celibate yogi to focus their mind on the divine, embodying a path of spiritual purity, self-control, and single-minded devotion as they strive for a profound connection with the divine.

Shrimad Bhagavad Gita constantly teaches the transformative power of unwavering devotion and mindfulness. "Me" refers to the divine or the ultimate reality, which can be a personal deity, a universal consciousness, or a higher self, depending on one's spiritual beliefs. By keeping the mind continually absorbed in this divine presence, the practitioner reaches a state of deep concentration and inner stillness.

While trying to stabilize the mind of the seeker, the yogi with a controlled mind attains peace, the ultimate salvation situated in God. Bhakti is the relationship between the devotee and God. A "yogi of disciplined mind" suggests a practitioner who has mastered control over their thoughts and emotions through yoga and meditation. This mental discipline is essential for the spiritual journey.

Shri Krishna in Geeta states that the ultimate goal is the attainment of "nirvāṇa," a state of liberation and ultimate peace. This is where the individual soul merges with the divine, transcending suffering and the cycle of rebirth. The practitioner, in this state, abides in the divine, experiencing supreme peace.

In summary, unwavering devotion, self-discipline and meditation are the most important means to attain inner peace and spiritual liberation by merging with the divine presence, illustrating the profound depth of yogic philosophy and its transformative power. 

- Adarsh Agarwal