Awakening Your Spirit: The Power of Shivratri

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The Current State of the World
3. The Concept of the Iron Age
4. The Promise of God's Descent
5. The Need for Golden-Aged Sanskars
6. The Role of Shiv Baba in Shivratri
7. The Awakening Through Spiritual Knowledge
8. Purity as the Key to Transformation
9. The Significance of Upvas on Shivratri
10. Offering Poisonous Flowers to God
11. The Life of Bliss and Spiritual Intoxication
12. Recognizing God's Presence
13. The Invitation to Visit Rajyog Meditation Centers
14. Conclusion

🌟 The Journey from Darkness to Light: The Power of Shivratri 🌟

The world we live in is often plagued with sorrow, pain, and a sense of peacelessness. It seems as though our society has reached the peak of the iron age, where negativity and darkness prevail. But will this state of the world persist indefinitely? How much more intense will the iron age become? Is there a glimmer of hope amidst this darkness?

According to the divine promise of God, whenever righteousness declines significantly in the world, He descends Himself. The decline in righteousness is marked by a shift in the soul's original qualities towards vices such as lust, anger, greed, attachment, and ego. These vices have become deeply ingrained in our Sanskars, shaping the current state of the world.

During this period of darkness and ignorance, known as the midnight of the world, the Incorporeal Supreme Soul, God Shiva, lovingly addressed as Shiv Baba, descends into this realm. This divine descent, known as Shiv-Ratri, involves God Shiva explaining the profound knowledge of spirituality to humanity. It is symbolized by the urn or kalash atop the Shivling, representing the gradual infusion of spiritual wisdom into our intellects.

With each drop of spiritual knowledge that fills our intellect, we undergo a profound awakening. The first realization that dawns upon us is that we are not just a physical body. We are eternal souls, capable of transcending our worldly identities and experiencing pure, divine bliss. This awakening liberates us from the sleep of ignorance that has kept us trapped in the belief that our external labels define our true selves.

As we continue receiving the drops of spiritual knowledge, we also learn about the cyclical nature of time. Currently, the world is in the iron age, but a golden age is destined to emerge. We, as souls, journey through these cycles, just like we experience the morning, afternoon, evening, night, and then a new morning in a 24-hour cycle. The golden age, marked by purity, love, peace, and prosperity, awaits humanity's collective efforts to cultivate the golden-aged Sanskars within themselves.

To establish the golden age, we must imbibe purity in all aspects of our lives - our thoughts, words, actions, relationships, and wealth. This is why we observe Shivratri as an opportunity to take a pledge of purity. Through the ritual of offering water and milk on the Shivling, we symbolize our commitment to live a life steeped in purity. As our minds and intellects become pure, we naturally find it easier to remember God, our eternal companion.

The true essence of Upvas (remaining close to God) is not merely fasting but residing in the company of God while engaging in our daily activities. By fostering this deep connection with God through purity, our attitudes transform, and we become like God in our thoughts and actions. Our weaknesses and vices gradually fade away, replaced by a newfound strength and virtuousness. The poisonous flowers, representative of our impurities, are offered to God as a gesture of surrendering our iron-aged Sanskars to pave the way for the emergence of the golden age.

The culmination of this spiritual journey is a life filled with bliss and spiritual intoxication. It is a life where we no longer rely on external sensory experiences for happiness but revel in the ineffable joy that comes from being in tune with our spiritual selves. On Shivratri, some individuals consume Bhang as a symbolic representation of this spiritual intoxication, which originates from immersing oneself in God's knowledge, power, and love. This divine intoxication becomes the guiding force in our lives, transforming us into embodiments of peace, love, and wisdom.

Amidst the pinnacle of the iron age, the Incorporeal Supreme Soul, God Shiv Baba, has descended into this world to awaken humanity. This unique opportunity to recognize God's presence and receive His divine knowledge is open to those who are willing to embrace it. Rajyog Meditation Centers, also known as Brahma Kumaris meditation centers, are dedicated spaces where individuals can gather to experience the spiritual knowledge imparted by God Shiv Baba through the medium of Brahma Baba's body.

On this auspicious occasion of Shivratri, I extend a cordial invitation to all seekers of truth and spiritual awakening. Come and understand how, in these turbulent times, God is offering humanity the means to traverse the path from darkness to light. Together, we can bring about a transformative shift within ourselves and collectively create a world where the golden age is restored, vibrant, and divine.

Highlights

• The world in the iron age: Sorrow, pain, and peacelessness prevail.
• God's promise: Descending to restore righteousness and create the golden age.
• Awakening through spiritual knowledge: Recognizing the true self as a soul.
• Purity as the key to transformation: Taking a pledge to imbibe purity in all aspects of life.
• Upvas on Shivratri: Residing close to God while engaging in daily activities.
• Offering poisonous flowers: Surrendering iron-aged Sanskars to pave the way for the golden age.
• Life of bliss and spiritual intoxication: Experiencing joy beyond sensory pleasures.
• Recognizing God's presence: Receiving divine knowledge and embracing spiritual awakening.
• Invitation to Rajyog Meditation Centers: A space to explore God's teachings and transform oneself.

FAQ

Q: How can Shivratri help us in transforming ourselves and the world? A: Shivratri provides us with an opportunity to connect with God, receive spiritual knowledge, and inculcate purity in our lives. By transforming ourselves, we contribute to the creation of a golden-aged world.

Q: What is the significance of offering water and milk on the Shivling on Shivratri? A: Offering water and milk symbolizes taking a pledge of purity in all aspects of life - mind, body, wealth, words, karmas, and relationships.

Q: How does spiritual intoxication differ from worldly pleasures? A: Spiritual intoxication stems from aligning with our true selves and experiencing joy beyond sensory pleasures, while worldly pleasures are fleeting and limited.

Q: How can one recognize God's presence in their life? A: By receiving and embracing the drops of spiritual knowledge given by God, one can gradually recognize and establish a deep connection with the divine.

Q: What can one expect at Rajyog Meditation Centers? A: Rajyog Meditation Centers offer a conducive environment for individuals to learn, practice, and experience the transformative power of meditation and God's teachings.