________________ break something, and an unconscious natural breaking of shackles. When worldly bonds break on their own, it is due to Parmatma's blessings or Gurukrupa. When we make effort to break our bonds then, it is our action and our endeavor, which will always be partial and temporary.Any sadhana which is performed will not be successful without Gurukrupa. When Parmatma bestows his blessings and support on us, the spiritual journey thus becomes a celebration. When love for Parmatma increases it is called Faith in Religion or Dharmashraddha. The devotion and the worship done with the aim of merging with Parmatma is the example of eternal liberation(shashwat siddhi), whereas the worship done for years without deep and strong affection for Parmatma is worldly worship. It is more of religious practice rather than emotional ecstasy. What is the role of Dhramashraddha ? Religious faith raises one above conveniences and teaches the person to maintain equanimity, even in unfavorable circumstances. It gradually takes a person closer to Parmatma. The one who has the same approach towards both, favorable and unfavorable situations is never affected by
