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| Some members of the Lighthouse choose to receive spiritual names given to them by Gurudev Shree Chitrabhanuji. Following are the guidelines and a reminder for all of us who already have spiritual names. Thanks Jagruiti for doing this! |
Four Steps to Reach the Peaceful State A lecture in UK with the Oshwals August 5, 2004 Adapted by Sharat K. Jain, Ph.D and Rohan K. Jain by Gurudev Shree Chitrabhanuji (MS Word file) |
| Guidelines for Initiation Provided by Gurudev Chitrabhanuji In the peaceful moment when you are initiated, you and the teacher deeply meditate on your essence, perceiving the name that reflects the spiritual quality that you have and are becoming. From this initiation, you are surrounded by positive vibrations and protective energy. There exists a special connection with the teaching that endures until you reach enlightenment. Initiation is a process of growth of consciousness. Initiation is about increasing your ability to BE yourself, SEE your connection to all forms of life, and be FREE from attachment to and dependence on others. It is a realization of your individuation, that God is within you, and that you are the creator of your life. As an initiate, you strive to maintain a positive outlook on all that occurs and have gratitude for all you have and are. There are three primary considerations before receiving initiation. These considerations develop internally in self- awareness, rather than as external prescriptions handed down as commandments. A commitment to nonviolence This commitment involves the development of a loving feeling for yourself as well as others. You have a feeling within yourself to minimize violence, and this is an opportunity to grow in love, peace, and well-being for yourself. Such a feeling means that you are capable of feeling the pain of the other beings. Gurudevji related the story of Abraham Lincoln, who, upon seeing a pig stuck in the mud, stopped his carriage and pulled the pig out. Later, others saw his dirty clothing and were told what he had done. When they asked why he bothered with a mere pig, Lincoln replied that seeing the pig in pain caused him pain. He helped the pig to relieve his own suffering. From this awareness comes the desire to strive not to harm others, not to cause suffering to any living being, including animals. Therefore, the beginner makes a commitment to be a pure vegetarian for a minimum of 2 or 3 days a week, then progressively becomes a complete vegetarian. A commitment to help others This commitment is grounded in a feeling that you want to contribute to the well-being of the world, with the knowledge that you are not living only for yourself. Human life means that you have reached a level of evolution. A feeling of love for other beings arises in you, and it becomes your joy and happiness to celebrate that evolution by helping others. We must remember that all life is bound together by mutual support and interdependence. A commitment to non-judging When we have a feeling of love and forgiveness for ourselves and others, it leads to the development of nonjudgment. It is a recognition that nonviolence means refraining from trying to control others’ beliefs or portraying yourself as superior in your beliefs. It also means having compassion for others’ mistakes and respect for others’ virtues. In this light of understanding, the initiate starts his/her inner journey of self-evolvement and self-realization, reaching the zenith of ultimate peace, harmony, and liberation… |
Photo: Terry Abrams
| JMIC Newsletter April-September 1991 Managing Life With Meditation Gurudev Shree Chitrubhanu Note: These files are jpeg's. It would probably be best to print them, difficult to read on the screen: Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 |
| All Are Welcome! |
New Year's Message for 2008 from Chitrabanuji and Pramodaji |
The Lighthouse Center, Inc.
Founded by Chetana Catherine Florida - In the Greater Ann Arbor, MI area
Founded by Chetana Catherine Florida - In the Greater Ann Arbor, MI area
updatred: March 30, 2010
The Lighthouse Center, Inc.
Founded by Chetana Catherine Florida - In the Greater Ann Arbor, MI area
Founded by Chetana Catherine Florida - In the Greater Ann Arbor, MI area
| Spiritual Development . Meditation . Ahimsa |
| The Lighthouse Center Inc., 740 East Shore Drive, P.O. Box 645, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189-0645, USA. A 501(c) non-profit with over 300 members. Approximately 10 miles north of Ann Arbor, MI, Southeast Michigan. Additional information: 734.663.2218. Fax: 734-449-5004. Information: 734.449.0611 or email Lighthouse |
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