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4. Knowledge
Oneness of Approach
The apparent distinctions that we find among mundane bodies are on account of the distinctions in their spheres and nature of actions. If we look deep into their pure soul or spirit, we shqil find no distinction in them. All souls are alike. The true ascetic discovers this oneness behind the apparent diversity. He considers all living beings as one and alike. The ascetic who has cuitivated this oneness of approach finds no difference between joy and sorrow or attachement and animosity.
The oneness of approach establishes an unbounded dominion of equality and equanimity.
Light Up the Inner Flame
When the intense desire for self-purification and spiritual abvancement springs from within, then alone some substantial change in one's life and attitude can come, not otherwise. No external power can forcibly bring about any change in one's outlook. You see many months burning themselves in. the flame of the candle. Kind-hearted people put out their candles in order to prevent the moths from burning them-- selves. But the moths fly to other candles and burn there..
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