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person should be approached for clarity and further understanding. The meaning grasped thereby should be pondered over again and again. The salient features should be noted. The scriptures should be recited and their meaning should be explained to the disciples systematically. The more
important verses should be memorised. Que. 6: Is it necessary to take the vow of scriptural
study ? Ans. : Yes indeed. Methodical, regular and
scrupulous study of the scriptures under the guidence of the preceptor or in association with other sadhakas is highly conducive to rapid spiritual growth. Random reading of few books here and there does not help us. On the other hand, all the basic elements of spiritual knowledge should be conceived well and firmly convicted. If this is accomplished, discriminating power arises in the sadhakas and self-Realization usually
follows. Que. 7 : What can be the ultimate results of real
scriptural study? Ans. : The scriptures are our great shelter in
absence of a spiritual guide and can enhance our spiritual development by leaps and bounds. In absence of the association of the noble (Sat-sanage), intensive and regular scriptural study must be undertaken with a view to keep the mind engaged in spiritual pursuits.
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