Disclaimer: This translation does not guarantee complete accuracy, please confirm with the original page text.
## Par Drusti: A Different Perspective
(601)
The perspective of a **sadhu** (saint) who has attained **yoga** (spiritual union) is different from the perspective of a **yagi** (aspirant) who is still in the initial stages of practice. This difference is similar to the difference between the perspective of a student learning music and the perspective of a master musician.
Just as a novice musician first learns the basics of music, such as the different notes and scales, and gradually becomes proficient in the art of music, so too does a **yagi** develop their understanding of **aachar** (conduct) through practice. As they progress, their perspective changes, and they become adept at **aachar** in a way that is natural and effortless. They can then effortlessly perform any **rag** (musical mode) with complete absorption, captivating the audience.
Similarly, the perspective of a **yagi** in the initial stages of practice is different from the perspective of a **sadhu** who has attained **jnana** (knowledge) through **yoga**. Just as a novice's understanding of a gem, a letter of the alphabet, or music is different from that of an expert, so too is the perspective of a **yagi** on **aachar** different from that of a **sadhu**.
This difference arises because the **yagi** is still subject to **kashya** (passions), while the **sadhu** has overcome them. The **yagi**'s actions are motivated by a desire to reduce **kashya**, while the **sadhu**'s actions are motivated by **jnana**. The **yagi**'s body is a tool for **samaya** (self-control), while the **sadhu**'s body is a vessel of **jnana**.
The **sadhu**'s perspective is characterized by a deep understanding of the subtle nature of **kashya**. Even the slightest trace of **kashya** is a cause for concern, as it can lead to **kaladosha** (temporal defilement).
**Shri Haribhadrasuriji** in his **Pachashka Shastra** states that a **sadhu** may experience a slight **sanjwalan kashya** (momentary passion) due to **kaladosha**, but they are not truly subject to **kashya**. If they are, then they are not a true **sadhu**.
**Sanjwalan kashya** arises from **atichar** (excess), while **anantanubandhi kashya** (deep-rooted passions) lead to **vratabhang** (violation of vows) and require **prayashchitta** (penance).
**"Chariman vi tah neyam sanjwalan kashya sangamam cheva. Maithaanam payen asai pi hu kaladoshen. Savveviya aiyara sanjwalanaanam tu udayo honti. Moochekh pul hoar vasaru layalu."** - **Shri Pachashka**