I am searching for 'real' guidance in this time of my life in how to develop my relationship with my soul andGOD.The feeling of needing communication w/ other's who are seeking similar or who have realized their soul's path or purpose is actually causing a 'ache' in my soul for months now. I want to somehow be certain it is TRUE guidance from my soul and God's voice I am after and not just my own selfish desires masked or clouded by myself trying to think or hope it is true soul searching coming from The Divine[God].Any one out there understand what i am trying to say and express? I truely would appreciate any one who may have some suggestions or know any one who is a trained spiritual director or coach who is true in their intentions to help other's with their soul's journy and purpose.Thanks!
2007-04-05 20:52:02 · 12 answers · asked by ncee 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
If you truly desire traveling the spiritual path... you need to learn the Wisdom contained in Bhagavad Gita. The knower of Bhagavad Gita becomes the knower of all! Everything that is required to be known on the spiritual path is contained in Bhagavad Gita. One single document... the sacred Bhagavad Gita teaches all right from the first manifestation as an amoeba to the last... the 8.4 millionth manifestation when a human being gains enlightenment (kaivalya jnana) and finally salvation (moksha).
The lowest priced copy of Bhagavad Gita is available in India at Gita press, Gorakhpur for a mere Rs. 12/= (25 cents)... yet the humanity is busier gaining materialistic riches... they shall never truly enjoy or carry to the next manifestation. The gist of Bhagavad Gita is not easily understood. One who establishes a firm goal in life come whatever may... I need to reach the kingdom of God (aka Baikuntha in Hinduism) may possibly reach the end... never otherwise!
The doctrine of Bhagavad Gita was given to the mankind by Lord Krishna... an Avatar of the era (God Almighty himself manifests in human form). It comprises of 700 shlokas (versus) which are to be understood in-depth (not literally as the masses normally do). The path to the kingdom of God is clear. If we desire reaching the stage of Mahavira, Gautama Buddha, Jesus Christ or Prophet Mohammed we need to do the following:-
Follow the path of absolute truthfulness throughout life. No exceptions are ever permitted! Being truthful we need to take control of the five senses and the mind. The moment one controls the senses and the mind... we reach the stage of Nirvikalpa Samadhi. One has practically reached the end goal of life. In Nirvikalpa Samadhi one comes face-to-face with God Almighty every moment of time.
Practicing absolute celibacy for a minimum period of 12 years is the next necessity. Searching for God following the path of Neti (not this, not this) as preached and advocated by Maharishi Ramana is a sure shot method for reaching the stage of self realization. Neti is best practiced in the Shavasana pose of yoga (the death pose).
Most human beings although desire following the spiritual path never fix a goal in life... can such people ever be trusted to follow spirituality to the core! Apart from the other factors... learning what Prarabdha karma is all about and ways to cut across the Prarabdha karma is the most difficult task for any spiritual seeker.
The path of cutting across the Prarabdha karma is unknown to one and all. A maximum of two to three persons on Mother Earth amongst 6500 million people would know the mantra of the Prarabdha karma. This is also an essential ingredient before one reaches the stage of self realization. Understanding the true purport of karma is also essential.
Following the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa and Maharishi Ramana paves way for gaining self realization in this very life. My two web sites listed below cater to glossary and essays on spirituality and Hinduism. Some of the essays are so potential that every reading gives a different meaning. Many have been published in magazines world over. May God bless you!
http://www.godrealized.com
http://www.godrealized.org
2007-04-11 21:48:10 · answer #1 · answered by godrealized 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Well I've been where your at...Feel empty in the inside, like your missing some thing. Feel confused, like you want to cry out to the Lord God....Well go ahead and cry it feels real good; I know i did it many of times on my Knees. The almighty God will really here you. Your heart is open, let the Holy Spirit come upon you.........I'm not much of a christian, but i was schooled by the best. Did 2 years of ministry, and a lot more. But i can tell you this--Man will let you down or fail you; but God will never forsake you or leave you He will always be there. King David was a man after God's own heart. Thats what you got to do...Seek the Lord God; he sees your pain. Don't let any man tell you different...Read your Word every day. I would like to be in your shoes now; cause i know the Holy Spirit is moving.
2007-04-05 21:17:48 · answer #2 · answered by zeroice3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not to old but have had a lifetime of misfortune and pain. I was way off the path God intended for me and had no idea how to find my way back. I think I understand what you mean. You feel lost and you feel that you have no obvious instruction from God. I used to pray every night that God open my eyes to how I should serve him. How to find my purpose. I asked my pasture for help and he sat me down and he and some of his friends prayed over me. It hit me like a freight train and i have never felt more at ease with my purpose in life then I do now. God reveals his purpose when the time is right. seek help through your church and they may have what your looking for. Good luck :)
2007-04-05 21:08:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe and have experienced that being a new creature in Christ Jesus is a transforming and renewing of the mind body and spirit. An in this process God will began to purge you and create in you a new man. In doing so it also allows us to see our selves in a different light. Know that all is well. And know all is done for a reason and in a season. Giving your life to Christ and having faith equips you with some of the tools you need. In this process Satan can try to intervene but he never prevails. What GOD has for you IS for you. Be not dismayed or ashamed or filled with guilt. Repent and all is forgiven. Get into a good bible based church. Surround yourself with fellow Christians. Pray and listen deep with in you, because that is where HE IS. In you. His voice is not of confusion but of peace. Do not be anxious. Be patient and in His time and His WILL all will be revealed. Know that what ever plans GOD has for you will be fulfilled because it is HIS WILL that will BE manifested in you. You are HIS creation. Made for HIS GLORY AND PURPOSE. Pray daily and Wait on the LORD. I will pray for you as well
2007-04-13 15:18:42 · answer #4 · answered by Jae 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While the term dark night of the soul is used in the field of higher consciousness — is a lengthy and profound absence of light and hope. In the dark night you feel profoundly alone..."Dark night of the soul" sounds like a threatening and much to be avoided experience.
2016-04-01 00:14:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know how you feel. When I was younger I thought the master will appear when the student is ready - but it did happen that way. Then I have the illusion that I myself am the master as well as the student - again, it isn't the way. Now I just rest and be inwardly quiet whenever possible - but I don't think anything is going happen. Maybe this is all there is (just my opinion).
2007-04-13 17:49:34 · answer #6 · answered by kin_2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try reading the qur'an and visiting the nearest mosque in your community. Its not to convert you but to to try every avenue available to satisfy your spiritual quest. We all are searching for the path to God and we can not trully find it unless we know what others belive about Him. Ofcourse go to the very source of their teaching not just from hearsays and according to's.Go to their teachers and practicing followers.
I hope you will find your peace...
Salaam (Peace be with you)_
2007-04-13 20:52:15 · answer #7 · answered by space lover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to find a church in your community. The devil and his helpers try to attack a new believer more than anyone else. Find some local groups at a church you can attend. Doors are always open for visitors at church. You do need spiritual counseling. I am afraid for you what you might get through the internet.
2007-04-13 13:48:22 · answer #8 · answered by Silver Lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Welcome home. I say this because I know how you feel. I cannot tell what will be good for you (because the bottom line of any belief system is if it works for you) but I suggest you read a couple of material from the link below. YOU will decide if you are getting a soothing balm for the "ache" in your Soul. Good luck.
2007-04-13 03:39:32 · answer #9 · answered by RAFIU 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-04-05 20:58:51 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋