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CHAPTER IV
LOOKING UP TO THE TEACHER
The introduction of Jain religion both in terms of the spiritual as well as its practical aspects has come as a delightful experience to American and European Jains, thanks to the highly stimulating, inspirational and guiding path shown by Gurudev Chitrabhanu to them. Intellectual interaction with him has helped numerous troubled souls to find peace with inner-self, freedom from destructive actions and augmented reserve of inner strength and confidence to face ups and downs in life. He has inspired a large number of people in the Western World to experience the miracle of their life and to lift their vision to a global purpose by appreciating the sanctity of all life and the vital strength of non-violence.
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Elizabeth of New York (USA) has this to say about Chitrabhanu: "It is always such a joy to be in your presence, for you radiate good vibrations always, and exemplify love, compassion and reverence for life and the actions necessary to improve society".
Meola Sudarshana has grasped the message of Gurudev 'to be, see and free yourself'. She feels there will never be detachment from the Guru, because the connection on a pure soul level is unconditional, 'It has increased selfconfidence and soul energy deep within her to be able to withstand any external shocks'.
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