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## Khata Drishti: The Gnostic's Mirage-Like Perception of the Supreme Abode
(31) This is something that only a capable Yogi can achieve. Even while remaining amidst external influences, maintaining an unbroken state of self-absorption, like the unwavering blade of a sword, is not an easy task.
But, "It is as difficult as picking up sand from near the eye" - this is what the great Yogi, Shrimad Rajchandraji, who was deeply immersed in the ultimate spiritual essence, truly said. His Vachanamrut is filled with the wonders of this insightful knowledge, which is evident at every step. Even though external influences were present, the self-absorption of this great Gnostic was unbroken, his pure self-awareness was unparalleled, and his detachment even amidst worldly attachments was remarkable. This is evident to the impartial, discerning, and wise person in his Vachanamrut, which is filled with his own experiences. The saying from Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, "Patro di vigyan," also testifies to this state of insightful knowledge.
This same meaning is conveyed through the following analogy:
"Mayaambhastavatah pashyannaanudvignastato druttam | Tanmadhyena prayaty eva yatha vyaghatavarjitah ||165||"
Seeing the mirage as it is, without any anxiety;
He goes through it swiftly, without any hindrance, just like that. (165)
Meaning: The person who sees the mirage as it truly is, does not get anxious about it. He goes through it swiftly, without any hindrance.
Explanation: The one who sees the mirage as it truly is, does not get anxious or scared. Therefore, he goes through it swiftly. And while doing so, he does not face any obstacles, because the mirage, being just water, is incapable of causing any harm. Knowing the mirage for what it is, he understands that it is not real water. The mirage, in its true essence, does not exist, it is just an illusion. The one who knows this, does not get anxious or disturbed.
He sees the mirage as it truly is, without any anxiety. He goes through it swiftly, without any hindrance, just like that.