Our teacher for this week is Swami Vivekananda, a philosopher from India who lived during the 1800’s. He became known in the Western world when he travelled to the USA in 1893 to speak at the world parliament of religions as the representative of India.
Hereafter he was invited to speak and teach all over the US and Europe with his core message being: “all living beings are an embodiment of the divine self; therefore, service to God could be rendered by service to humankind.”
Today’s meditation journey follows from these thoughts:
“Where can we go to find God if we cannot see Him in our own hearts and in every living being.” – Swami Vivekananda
“The moment I have realized God sitting in the temple of every human body, the moment I stand in reverence before every human being and see God in him – that moment I am free from bondage, everything that binds vanishes, and I am free.” – Swami Vivekananda
“There is no other spiritual teacher than your own soul.” – Swami Vivekananda
“In one word, this ideal is that you are divine.” – Swami Vivekananda
There is no place in the world to travel to where the presence of God exclusively lives, but within your-SELF. You have divine wisdom in you, we all do! And we can learn to sit at the feet of our soul and listen.
So, how do we unlock this divine wisdom within? A consistent practice of meditation offers a gentle path towards learning how to listen. It’s not about achieving enlightenment overnight; it’s about establishing a practice of introspection and self-discovery. Today’s guided meditation focuses on the Serenity Prayer, a powerful tool for cultivating your ability to listen to the voice of wisdom speak from your soul.
Here are a few thoughts to open you to the wisdom of your soul:
- “There is no other spiritual teacher than your own soul.” – Allow your soul to guide you.
- “See the divine in every living being.” – Cultivate compassion and understanding.
- “You are the very essence of the divine.” – Recognize and embrace your inherent potential.
Remember, the divine isn’t some distant entity; it’s the very essence of who you are. Open your heart, listen to your soul, and witness the magnificent power unfold within you. You are a vessel for wisdom to flow through. Embrace the journey, and allow your soul to be your guide.
– pierre –
Today’s LIVE meditation is: The serenity prayer.