Baba
This email contains 4 distinct sections:
1. Posting: Husband Is Also Female - New Fashion #2
2. PS #352; I Got the Ever-New Parama Purusa Very Close
3. Link
Note: If you already think sex is everything – i.e. the summum bonum of life – and not Parama Purusa, then you need not read this. This letter is for those who have realised that nothing mundane can bring lasting pleasure. Eternal bliss can only be attained by coming in close contact with Parama Purusa. This letter is for such sadhakas.
Namaskar,
At present, the various religions – especially Christianity, Judaism, and Islam – are embroiled in a big clash with the gay community.
This letter pointedly addresses how our Ananda Marga is radically different from the religions in this regard.
Almost all the major religions hold that those born into their religion are automatically a member of that sect. That means if your parents are Jewish, then you are Jewish; if your parents are Muslim, then you are Muslim etc. It is all based on one’s birth.
Suppose someone is by birth Christian, or Muslim, or Jewish, and due to certain medical problems or hormonal imbalances, bad samskaras, under-world teachings, bad company, or uncontrolled vrttis that individual is attracted to the same sex upon reaching adolescence. Then that person is going to face tremendous clash from their priests or religious leaders. Because their religion has already taken them to be a member of their place of worship. Yet that adolescent is living a life completely contrary to the tenets of their religion. Naturally then, there is going to be a battle.
In Ananda Marga, membership is not based on birth. It is not like the dogmatic religions. This everyone should keep in mind. Membership in AM is based on conduct.
So if you are the son or daughter of an Ananda Margii, it does not mean you are a margii. To be a margii, one must follow the codes of conduct of AM. If your parents are strict Ananda Margiis and follow all aspects of a sentient lifestyle, while you are smoking, drinking, using drugs, eating tamasik food, working in the red light district, doing opposite of your parents, or involved in other activities contrary to our Ananda Marga way of life, then you are not a margii.
It is similar to the professions: Doctors, drivers, professional athletes, etc. So long as you are involved in that field or trade, then you belong to that profession – otherwise not. It is based on practice, not birth. Being the son of a doctor does not qualify one as being a doctor. Rather one must study, pass the exams, get training, and then practice medicine. Then and only then will one be considered a doctor.
Same is the case with Ananda Marga.
Our Ananda Marga is based on do’s and don’ts. Those who follow are Ananda Margiis; and, those who don’t are not Ananda Margiis. It is extremely straightforward.
In Ananda Marga, sex is only for procreation. Those thinking of using sex as a means of enjoyment are confused, ignorant, and in the wrong place. Ananda Marga philosophy does not support this approach.
So if due to medical problems, hormonal imbalances, bad samskaras, under-world teachings, bad company or uncontrolled vrttis, someone has attraction for the same sex, they can be an Ananda Margii so long as they do not engage in sexual relations with the same sex. Because no matter what, that sexual interaction will not be for procreation. Those of the same sex cannot produce children. So if one has attraction for the same sex, they must refrain from sexual activity and divert the mind toward Parama Purusa. Just as unmarried margiis, if they have any attraction for the opposite sex, must refrain from sexual activity and goad their thought to the Supreme; or just as widowers or divorcees must overcome that allurement if they have any attraction for the opposite sex and refrain from sexual activity by diverting their mind toward Parama Purusa; or just as those who take the vow to remain celibate must refrain from sexual engagement by ensconcing their mind in dhyana sadhana.
Or if someone has sexual attraction towards some animal like cats, dogs, hogs (pigs), horses, bulls, donkeys, and camels, then they must adhere to the same formula as noted in the prior examples. Remember, surrendering to animal vrttis is shameful. One should behave as a glorified human being, not a beast.
Thus everyone must cultivate discipline in this sphere of life, not just only gays and lesbians etc. If any single margii and LFT etc has attraction toward the opposite sex, then they do not encourage this way of thinking – nor should they indulge in this behavior. Similarly, those prone toward gay relations must step-by-step guide their thinking away from sensual or lustful thoughts to Parama Purusa. Simply refraining from physical sexual contact is not the goal.
The greater idea is that one should train the mind not to even entertain the desires of those lower propensities and instead divert the mind towards the Supreme. With proper determination and sincerity, naturally one will gain more and more momentum, such that one day the mind is not even hindered by that propensity and truly all one’s mental capacity is channelized toward spiritual sadhana.
Those who think that they can have sexual relations with the same sex and remain as Ananda Margiis are deceiving themselves; or those who think they can indulge in sexual dealing with animals (cats, dogs, horses, pigs, donkeys, camels etc) and remain as Ananda Margiis, they are befooling themselves. What they are doing is not part of our Ananda Marga way of life.
Namaskar,
in Him,
Citswarup
Links
http://anandamarganewsbulletin.blogspot.com/2014/06/husband-is-also-female-new-fashion-5.html
http://anandamarganewsbulletin.blogspot.com/2014/06/reply-to-tiljala-publications-propaganda.html
This email contains 4 distinct sections:
1. Posting: Husband Is Also Female - New Fashion #2
2. PS #352; I Got the Ever-New Parama Purusa Very Close
3. Link
HUSBAND IS ALSO FEMALE - NEW FASHION
~ Part 2 ~
~ Part 2 ~
Note: If you already think sex is everything – i.e. the summum bonum of life – and not Parama Purusa, then you need not read this. This letter is for those who have realised that nothing mundane can bring lasting pleasure. Eternal bliss can only be attained by coming in close contact with Parama Purusa. This letter is for such sadhakas.
Namaskar,
At present, the various religions – especially Christianity, Judaism, and Islam – are embroiled in a big clash with the gay community.
This letter pointedly addresses how our Ananda Marga is radically different from the religions in this regard.
RELIGION: MEMBERSHIP BY BIRTH
Almost all the major religions hold that those born into their religion are automatically a member of that sect. That means if your parents are Jewish, then you are Jewish; if your parents are Muslim, then you are Muslim etc. It is all based on one’s birth.
Suppose someone is by birth Christian, or Muslim, or Jewish, and due to certain medical problems or hormonal imbalances, bad samskaras, under-world teachings, bad company, or uncontrolled vrttis that individual is attracted to the same sex upon reaching adolescence. Then that person is going to face tremendous clash from their priests or religious leaders. Because their religion has already taken them to be a member of their place of worship. Yet that adolescent is living a life completely contrary to the tenets of their religion. Naturally then, there is going to be a battle.
MEMBERSHIP IN ANANDA MARGA IS BASED ON CONDUCT – NOT BIRTH
In Ananda Marga, membership is not based on birth. It is not like the dogmatic religions. This everyone should keep in mind. Membership in AM is based on conduct.
So if you are the son or daughter of an Ananda Margii, it does not mean you are a margii. To be a margii, one must follow the codes of conduct of AM. If your parents are strict Ananda Margiis and follow all aspects of a sentient lifestyle, while you are smoking, drinking, using drugs, eating tamasik food, working in the red light district, doing opposite of your parents, or involved in other activities contrary to our Ananda Marga way of life, then you are not a margii.
It is similar to the professions: Doctors, drivers, professional athletes, etc. So long as you are involved in that field or trade, then you belong to that profession – otherwise not. It is based on practice, not birth. Being the son of a doctor does not qualify one as being a doctor. Rather one must study, pass the exams, get training, and then practice medicine. Then and only then will one be considered a doctor.
Same is the case with Ananda Marga.
Our Ananda Marga is based on do’s and don’ts. Those who follow are Ananda Margiis; and, those who don’t are not Ananda Margiis. It is extremely straightforward.
THE ROLE OF SEX IN ANANDA MARGA WAY OF LIFE
In Ananda Marga, sex is only for procreation. Those thinking of using sex as a means of enjoyment are confused, ignorant, and in the wrong place. Ananda Marga philosophy does not support this approach.
So if due to medical problems, hormonal imbalances, bad samskaras, under-world teachings, bad company or uncontrolled vrttis, someone has attraction for the same sex, they can be an Ananda Margii so long as they do not engage in sexual relations with the same sex. Because no matter what, that sexual interaction will not be for procreation. Those of the same sex cannot produce children. So if one has attraction for the same sex, they must refrain from sexual activity and divert the mind toward Parama Purusa. Just as unmarried margiis, if they have any attraction for the opposite sex, must refrain from sexual activity and goad their thought to the Supreme; or just as widowers or divorcees must overcome that allurement if they have any attraction for the opposite sex and refrain from sexual activity by diverting their mind toward Parama Purusa; or just as those who take the vow to remain celibate must refrain from sexual engagement by ensconcing their mind in dhyana sadhana.
Or if someone has sexual attraction towards some animal like cats, dogs, hogs (pigs), horses, bulls, donkeys, and camels, then they must adhere to the same formula as noted in the prior examples. Remember, surrendering to animal vrttis is shameful. One should behave as a glorified human being, not a beast.
Thus everyone must cultivate discipline in this sphere of life, not just only gays and lesbians etc. If any single margii and LFT etc has attraction toward the opposite sex, then they do not encourage this way of thinking – nor should they indulge in this behavior. Similarly, those prone toward gay relations must step-by-step guide their thinking away from sensual or lustful thoughts to Parama Purusa. Simply refraining from physical sexual contact is not the goal.
The greater idea is that one should train the mind not to even entertain the desires of those lower propensities and instead divert the mind towards the Supreme. With proper determination and sincerity, naturally one will gain more and more momentum, such that one day the mind is not even hindered by that propensity and truly all one’s mental capacity is channelized toward spiritual sadhana.
Those who think that they can have sexual relations with the same sex and remain as Ananda Margiis are deceiving themselves; or those who think they can indulge in sexual dealing with animals (cats, dogs, horses, pigs, donkeys, camels etc) and remain as Ananda Margiis, they are befooling themselves. What they are doing is not part of our Ananda Marga way of life.
Namaskar,
in Him,
Citswarup
== Section 2 ==
~ I Got the Ever-New Parama Purusa Very Close -
PS Intro: Here in this song the sadhaka is talking personally to Parama Purusa using indirect language, i.e. addressing Him in the third person using the terms Him and Cir Nutan - i.e. the Ever-New. When address Him using direct language, the sadhaka will use the pronoun You, such as O' Parama Purusa I have gotten You very close.
"Cir nu'tanake ka'che peyechi..." (PS 352)
Purport:
By His grace, now I have gotten Cir-Nutran [1] - the Ever-New Parama Purusa very close. I will never let Him go. By His grace, I have captured that Supreme Charmer within my mind. My delight knows no bounds; my heart exalts in joy.
A withered tree in an arid desert has become the brilliant radiance of green emeralds. By His grace I have realised the One for whom I have longed for - today my life has become fruitful.
I am lost in an ocean of melody drowned in the blissful waves of complete surrender. Beyond the shoreline of the form, I have found the formless. I now realise this mind has been freed from all bondages, by his grace. This mind no longer acceptes any limitations or boundaries.
Today I have attainded the Ever-New - by His grace I have attained Him...
NOTE FOR PRABHAT SAMGIITA #352:
[1] Cir-Nutan: Meaning eternally or ever new. One of the attributions of Parama Purusa is that He is ever-new. When you deal with mundane things again and again then they quikcly become boring. In contrast, Parama Purusa is Ever-New because one never gets bored of Him. When becoming close with Him and ensconced in bliss, then one does not wish to be near anything else. From Him, the sadhaka gets infinite joy. One's whole longing gets satiated. Parama Pursua never loses His charm and that is why He is Ever-New.
PS Intro: Here in this song the sadhaka is talking personally to Parama Purusa using indirect language, i.e. addressing Him in the third person using the terms Him and Cir Nutan - i.e. the Ever-New. When address Him using direct language, the sadhaka will use the pronoun You, such as O' Parama Purusa I have gotten You very close.
"Cir nu'tanake ka'che peyechi..." (PS 352)
Purport:
By His grace, now I have gotten Cir-Nutran [1] - the Ever-New Parama Purusa very close. I will never let Him go. By His grace, I have captured that Supreme Charmer within my mind. My delight knows no bounds; my heart exalts in joy.
A withered tree in an arid desert has become the brilliant radiance of green emeralds. By His grace I have realised the One for whom I have longed for - today my life has become fruitful.
I am lost in an ocean of melody drowned in the blissful waves of complete surrender. Beyond the shoreline of the form, I have found the formless. I now realise this mind has been freed from all bondages, by his grace. This mind no longer acceptes any limitations or boundaries.
Today I have attainded the Ever-New - by His grace I have attained Him...
NOTE FOR PRABHAT SAMGIITA #352:
[1] Cir-Nutan: Meaning eternally or ever new. One of the attributions of Parama Purusa is that He is ever-new. When you deal with mundane things again and again then they quikcly become boring. In contrast, Parama Purusa is Ever-New because one never gets bored of Him. When becoming close with Him and ensconced in bliss, then one does not wish to be near anything else. From Him, the sadhaka gets infinite joy. One's whole longing gets satiated. Parama Pursua never loses His charm and that is why He is Ever-New.
== Section 3 ==
Links
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