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a man of great scholarly achievements. The moment he took refuge with the Prabhu, he became endowed with the knowledge of the eleven angas - parts of knowledge. Then followed Avadhijnana, Manahparyayajnana and several other achievements. In spite of being the master of all these powers that bested each other, he never erred in his humility for even a moment. This is a disciple's supreme humility.
On the other hand, the Guru never wishes that the disciple would progress only if he bows before me. On the contrary, he guides the disciple that humility is your dharma. Your humility, your modesty, your dedication alone will result in your uplift. Humility and service are the preconditions of a sadhaka's life. Thus keeping only the benefaction of the disciples in mind, the Gurudev teaches them the path of humility. But a Guru, who in spite of being incapable and weak, believes out of a desire to feed his pride, that since he is a Guru, the disciple should bow before him as per dharma, is called an Asadguru - the opposite of a Sadguru.
Asadguru is one who has not experienced the sat - truth. Himself not having experienced the soul, cannot get others to see that path, and yet goes about proclaiming that whoever goes to him will find upliftment. Aren't there many such sects and denominations today? Each one of those sectarians believes that those joining their sect will be enlightened, will attain. Oh, noble Brother! Is samakit - lying about in sects? Is samakit lying about in beliefs? Or does it occur only by accepting these sects? Of course! If there is somebody who has attained, has experienced the truth, he may be able to guide others on the path. But how erroneous it would be to believe that samakit can occur merely by believing such a person!
Oh! So many people keep coming here and say "Come to our fold, and you will attain’. Just a little while ago, a Brother was here. He said, “Mahasatiji! You will not remain without
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