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Santmat: An Introduction
Santmat, the Way of Sages, is also referred to as the path of saints, the teachings of saints, and as the conviction of saints and sages. It is neither a new religion nor a new sect of an existing religion. Santmat is not a new philosophical conviction, or even a new interpretation of a religious tradition. Santmat was not founded by any particular sage or saint, although it respects all equally. Further, Santmat represents the eternal and eternal wisdom and method and is in accordance with the ancient Vedas.
Santmat is a pure spiritual tradition. The teachings of Santmat integrate devotion of God with inner subtle knowledge and yoga disciplines. It has been spoken about by many of the saints.
Sant Tulsidas Ji sings in praise of Santmat:
I don't mean any preference here as I praise Santmat as it is spoken about in the Vedas and the Puranas.
Sant Tulsi Sahab of Hatharas states:
I don't know any other saint, guru or path. Only the path of saints I consider gratifying.
He further says:
Santmat is the quintessence. The rest is the net of illusion (maya).
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