Golden rule: inherent flaws + 4 more

Baba

Golden rule: inherent flaws

Namaskar,

Sometimes folks talk among themselves and wonder, “Why have people become so selfish these days?” 

In His teachings, Baba cites the example from ancient India when a king saw a hawk catch a small, helpless bird. The king stepped forward to rescue that bird. Then the hawk asked the king, “What am I going to eat?” In turn, the king coaxed the hawk into releasing the small, tender bird, and the king offered his own flesh to the hawk to eat. That type of teaching was given to young children. So, in their infancy, those small kids learned to sacrifice for the welfare of others. The general human tendency is to rush and help those who are suffering.
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Thus the question arises, “Why do some people become selfish?” The answer is embedded in the below letter. Kindly read carefully, and you will get the answer.

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.

"Golden rule"

The following is the Christian perspective of their stated golden rule.

The Christian golden rule is based on the principle Jesus Christ taught in Matthew:7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.: "Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them," adding, "for this is the Law and the Prophets.

We shall compare the above golden rule with the neo-humanistic principle of sádhutá. Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.
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View of AM: debate on religious loopholes

First we should bear in mind that Baba guides us that open and healthy debate is welcomed on points of philosophy. Some may wrongly think that we are not permitted to point out any religion etc. However, Baba's guideline is that we must not mock their beliefs, but on points of philosophy, open and respectful debate is needed.

Ananda Marga philosophy states, “Different views can be compared and presented in philosophical books. The philosophical and psychological loopholes in an argument may be pointed out without being disrespectful.” (1)

Now let’s examine the operative factor of this rule by examining some practical applications.


"Golden rule" in action

Here are some practical applications of how the so-called golden rule - "Do unto others as you would like done to you” - functions. By this way we may best understand how it works.

(A) A person may think, “If I need my house fixed then I should be sure to help others fix their house so they in turn will help me. And if I do not need to fix my house, then there is no need for me to help others fix their house. Reason being: I do not get any benefit from that; I do not need them to do that same work for me. In that case, why should I help others. After all, the rule is: "Do unto others as you would like done to you." And since my house is not in need of repair, there is no reason why I should help someone else fix their house.”
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(B) A person living in an area with ample rainfall with access to all the food and water they need will not be concerned about those suffering from drought and starvation in the desert. Because those communities have nothing to offer that individual. Rather that person will think, “There is no reason to help those deprived of food and water, because I am not in need of those resources."

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.


This is the "golden rule"

The Christian golden rule is based on the principle Jesus Christ taught in Matthew:7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.: "Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them," adding, "for this is the Law and the Prophets.

Now see the operative factor of this rule by examining some practical applications.

(C) If a person thinks, "I need someone to watch my kids one evening a week, so I will offer to watch my neighbour's children for an evening a week. Not because my neighbours need help in that regard, but because I need that type of support." Or, goaded by the psychology "do to others to get your own desire met", a person who has no children will see no reason to help those who have children. That person may think, "Why should I help out and watch over their kids when I myself do not have any children. If I help their kids there is nothing in it - i.e. no return - for me."

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.
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Immoral alliance to protect self-interests

Ananda Marga philosophy states, “The apparent morality in a materialistic society is nothing but an immoral alliance to protect self-interests. Without spiritual ideals true morality based on universal love cannot be awakened.” (2)

In western / Semitic thought, there is a maxim:

“Do unto others as you would want done to you.”

Ananda Marga philosophy espouses the following tenet:

“Just as my own life is dear to me, so is the life of others dear to them. As I want to live, all other beings also wish to live. So one must have compassion for them.”

Some naively conclude that these two outlooks are the same. Here we delineate the stark differences between these contrasting outlooks so that there should not be any confusion about this.

It should be clear that the first approach - “Do unto others as you would want done to you” - is based on selfishness and narrow-mindedness. Whereas the neo-humanistic ideal of Ananda Marga - “Just as you hold your life dear to you, others also cherish and hold dear their own lives, so one must have compassion for them” - is wholly based on service and selflessness. The two approaches are worlds apart.
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The problem is that some persons preach that both of these credos are the same: That our neo-humanistic approach is on par with the religious code known as the golden rule etc. This letter aims at addressing this misunderstanding. It logically proves how the Christian golden rule - based on the principle Christ taught - is grounded in selfishness. 

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.

Conclusion

Thus in so many ways, Baba has presented His neo-humanistic principle that we should have compassion for others and serve them remembering that they value and cherish their lives, and they are also the blessed children of Parama Purusa. That sadhu mentality stands in stark contrast to the selfish, provincial approach of the golden rule.

In Him,
Yogesh
(Jacob Unger)

The Semitic religions -- Islam (Shia, Sunni), Christianity (Protestant, Catholic, and Mormons etc), and Judaism -- are just theologies. These religions don't have any philosophy per se. That's why in the intellectual realm they are operating from a deficit; they only have their dogmatic beliefs, not any intellectual analysis. In fact, intellectual discussions about their core values are not even allowed in these Semitic faiths. One is not allowed to question the foundational pillars of those religions like the Bible, Torah, and Quran (Koran); one must just blindly accept those religious canons. In contrast, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism have their own philosophy. That's why Baba discusses those religions in a more comprehensive and in-depth manner. Just having a theology - and no philosophical tenets that can be challenged and respectfully argued - that is forced on people is bogus. In that case, i.e. in the Semitic faiths, those religious propounders made grand declarations in the name of God because they had no other tool or strategy. Devoid of philosophy - or logic and reasoning - their entire modus operandi was grounded in making sweeping declarations in the name of God and making implied threats to those who refuse to follow. Sadguru Baba mocks such false proclamations. Baba indirectly says that those propounders were cowards because they did not have the courage to say “I say”, but instead proclaimed outlandish things in the name of God. This was the adopted strategy by those propounders of the various Semitic faiths, and that's why Sadguru Baba does not address those religions in an in-depth, comprehensive manner.
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~ In-depth study ~

Myth: AM is mix of the various religions

1. New sadhakas must be educated about the difference between the selfless outlook of Ananda Marga and the selfish approach of certain religious perspectives. New margiis should not be left to understand that Ananda Marga is an extension of existing religious thought, or that it is a mix of the various religions. The Ananda Marga outlook is completely new and unique and stands as the basis for neo-humanism. By their actions, it is very evident the various religions are not up to this standard. Thus one should not be inclined to appreciate or accept the "golden rule" as their polestar.

2. At present, the entire world is running after western pseudo-culture, and we must clearly warn them that the selfish, materialistic ways of capitalism in the west are not ideal.  Using the purview of neo-humanism though, it is evident their actions and overall aim is materialistic. Here the point is that without sadhana and a deep commitment to the spiritually based outlook of neo-humanism, one unknowingly accepts and embraces materialism. Their body, mind, and outlook get coloured in that way.

3. It is our duty to spread Ananda Marga ideals and ignite discussion and debate on this issue so others may gain the requisite knowledge to understand.

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.
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What are Semitic religions

When we speak about the Semitic religions, we are referring to Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. The word Semitic describes the people who came from the Middle East and their languages. Arabs and Jews are both Semitic. Christianity is a Semitic religion because it originated in the Middle East.

Healthy discussion & debate

Baba guides us that open and healthy debate is welcomed on points of philosophy. Some may wrongly think that we are not permitted to point out any religion etc. However, Baba's guideline is that we must not mock their beliefs, but on points of philosophy, open and respectful debate is needed.

Ananda Marga philosophy guides us, "Different views can be compared and presented in philosophical books. The philosophical and psychological loopholes in an argument may be pointed out without being disrespectful." (3)

Thus, reviewing the integrity of the Christian golden rule on points of its philosophical meaning and practical application is most definitely allowed and approved by Baba. Only the neo-humanistic outlook of Ananda Marga - not any other so-called golden rule - can lift humanity out of its present plight and bring that balm of peace.
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Ananda Marga philosophy states, "Neohumanism is the only way – human beings will have to accept it today or tomorrow." (4)

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.


"Golden rule" based on self-serving

The Christian golden rule is based on the principle Jesus Christ taught in Matthew:7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.: "Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them," adding, "for this is the Law and the Prophets.

That neo-humanistic sadhu mentality that is grounded in compassion and sacrifice stands in stark contrast to the above selfish, provincial approach of the golden rule.


Pillars of neo-humanism: service & selflessness

Here below is another guideline from Sadguru Baba that demonstrates that our neo-humanistic approach is based on service and selflessness. The key element is that it is not about wanting or receiving anything in return, but is fully focused on serving others.
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Ananda Marga Caryacarya states, "Bear in mind that you have a duty towards – indeed, you owe a debt to – every creature of this universe, but towards you, no one has any duty; from others, nothing is due." (5)

And in another discourse, Baba explains this same shloka in a very similar way.

Pránáh yathátmano’bhiiśt́ah bhútánám api te tathá;
Átmaopamyena bhutánáḿ dayáḿ kurvanti sádhavah.

Ananda Marga philosophy states, "'Every living being’s own life is the dearest life to that being. Just as my own life is dear to me, so is the life of others dear to them. One who knows the truth and looks at others as one’s own, and has feelings of sympathy and kindness for them, is a sa'dhu.' This type of person is born on earth in order to render selfless service to humanity." (6)

Remember, here we are comparing the theology of certain religions with Ananda Marga philosophy. Unless one keeps this basic idea in mind, the matter will remain elusive.
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References
1. Human Society - 1, Moralism
2. Tattva Kaoumdii, Questions and Answers on Ananda Marga Philosophy, Q & A #45
3. Human Society - 1; "Moralism"
4. Neo-humanism in a Nutshell - 1, Perfect Spirituality and Neohumanism
5. Caryacarya - 2, Sadhana, Point #3
6. Discourses on Krsna and the Giita, Why Does Supreme Consciousness Descend?

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The below sections are entirely different topics, unrelated to the above material.
They stand on their own as points of interest.

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== Section 2: Prabhat Samgiita ==

Your exquisite vibration

Note: Only those who sincerely practice the higher lessons of sahaja yoga meditation can understand this song in the depths of their heart.

"Tumi yadi náhi ele, vrithái ámár jege tháká, smriti buke dhare rákhá..." (Prabhat Samgiita #3322)

Purport:

O’ my Parama Purusa, if You do not come, then keeping all my sweet memories of You in my heart will be meaningless. All my days and years of doing kiirtan, bhajans, japa, manan, sadhana, dhyana, and pranayama will be for naught. My remaining awake the entire night will be wasted. Lord, if there is no rain, how can the peacock become entranced in its dance.

O’ Supreme Entity, Your vibration reached into everyone's heart, and they felt the bliss of Your effulgent advent, but my heart is still aching in longing. In the deep corner of my mental garden, the mark of Your exquisite vibration did not get imprinted. My thirsty heart has not been quenched. If You do not come, all my waiting will be in vain.

O’ Divine One, I heard that You are floating in everyone's heart, and that You remain there. You come in their meditation, dreams, and thoughts. I also heard that You love all, smile in a most beautiful and attractive way, and remain with everyone through Your ota and prota yoga.

O’ Parama Purusa Baba, when You have not come to me in that close and personal way, then my all efforts are in vain. Please come in Your most special and loving way…

== Section: Important Teaching ==

Unjust naming of Mt Everest

Ananda Marga philosophy says, "Mt. Everest, of the Himalayan range, is the highest mountain in the world. This fact was established by Ra'dha'nath Sikadar. Most probably he named the peak after his supervising officer, the Surveyor General of that time, Mr. Everest." (1)

Note 1: Baba is revealing the reality that Ra'dha'nath Sikadar of India first established the truth that Everest is the highest peak in the world. Hence credit should be given to Ra'dha'nath Sikadar, not Mr. Everest. But Mr. Everest took the credit and kept it in his own name. Otherwise the name would be Mt. Ra'dha'nath.

Note 2: Generally speaking, people are not aware how this illustrious mountain of the Himalayan range was named. In particular, why was a European name given for this peak when other Himalayan peaks are named in Sanskrit - like Mt. Kaela'sh.

Note 3: During the British rule of India, the 'Surveyor General' post was occupied by Mr. Everest.

Reference
1. Varn'a Vicitra, Sanskrit Grammar Book, last discourse part 1

== Section: Important Teaching ==

Recipe for greatness

Ananda Marga ideology states, “महत्‌ कौन हैं ? महत्‌ के सम्बन्ध में | जानते हो शब्द है महत्‌, प्रथमा एकवचन है महान् | तो, महान् कौन है ? महत्‌ कौन है ? इस सम्बन्ध में कहा गया क्या ? न, ‘परोपकारात्‌ महत्‌ इति ज्ञेयम्‌’ | अर्थात्‌ जो परोपकार करते हैं, उन्हीं को महत्‌ कहते हैं | और, जो काफ़ी लिखा-पढ़ी सीखे हैं, काफ़ी धनराशि इकट्ठा किए हैं, काफ़ी मान लो पूर्व पुरुष का सम्मान है, सामाजिक प्रतिष्ठा है, सब कुछ है, तो भी वह महत्‌ नहीं है | क्यों ? न, परोपकारात्‌ महत्‌ इति ज्ञेयम्‌ | परोपकार जो करते हैं, वही महत्‌ हैं | और, परोपकार के लिए अधिक धनराशि की भी आवश्यकता नहीं है | तुम्हारे पास जो सम्पद है, उस मौजूदा सम्पद से तुम परोपकार करो | शरीर मज़बूत है तो शरीर से करो | पैसा है, पैसे से करो | बुद्धि है, बुद्धि से करो | क़ुव्वत है, क़ुव्वत से करो | कुछ नहीं है, सद्भावना से करो | [मार्गी लोग---"बाबा, बाबा, बाबा !"] | तो, परोपकार से ही मनुष्य महत्‌ बनते हैं | और जहाँ परोपकार नहीं है, वहीं वे क्षुद्र बन जाते हैं, छोटा बन जाते हैं” (1)

Here below is an English summary of Baba’s above Hindi teaching.

Who is mahat (great)? who is maha'na (great)? About this it has been said, 'paropaka'rat mahat', i.e. those who serve others are mahat. Even if one has studied volumes of books, or accumulated huge wealth, or has a prestigious family heritage, or a good reputation in the society, they are not great if they do not serve others. Only those who serve others are mahat (great). To do social service, huge money is not needed. Whatever strength you have, utilise that to serve others. If your body is strong physically then serve people with your physical might. If you have money, then serve people financially. If you have intellect then serve others with that capacity. If you have courage then serve others by your bravery. And if you do not have anything, then serve others with your good thoughts and well-wishing. Human beings become great by serving others. If a person does not serve they become low and mean. They become meager.

Reference
1. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 28 (H), chapter 19

== Section 3: Links ==

Postings to Read

Link between sadhana lessons

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2015/03/why-and-what-about-sadhana.html

Story: how Baba made me victorious

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2023/05/story-how-baba-taught-me-surrender-part.html

Ananda Marga vs dogmas of epic

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2022/04/baba-yudhisthira-dogma-namaskar-in.html

Jurisdiction of microvita

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2016/01/is-negative-microvita-imaginary-satan-6.html

Key aspects of sadhana

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2016/08/committed-sadhana-3-more.html

Remarkable story from reporting session

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2013/08/who-is-your-acarya.html

Baba’s indirect teaching + 5 more

Baba

Baba’s indirect teaching

Namaskar,

All have seen how Baba would point out the defects of a particular person or group without naming them specifically. That way the general population could get the overall guideline in the most palatable way possible. Side by side, those sadhakas who were keenly aware would always know about whom Baba was speaking. This latter assembly could then benefit most from Baba's discourse. Here we take a look at some of those indirect teachings from His discourses.
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Three women equal to one male?

Here is an example of an indirect teaching where Baba is discussing the Islamic filth:

Ananda Marga ideology states, "There are some people who have the opinion that men are especially favoured by Parama Puruśa and that women are not; or that one man is equal to three women. This is dogma. These absurd ideas all originated in dogma. Any intelligent person can easily understand that these propositions are totally hollow and irrational. “The intellect of one man is equal to the intellect of three women” – it is a ridiculous statement. In reality, there may be some cases in which the intellect of one man may be equal only to that of two women. But then there may be other cases where the intellect of one woman may be equal to the intellect of twenty men. Such intelligent women can be found in the world. Or if we speak only of physical weight, then we may find some woman who weighs more than two men. Theoretical statements should not be accepted here." (1)

In His above teaching, Baba is not merely denouncing sexist perspectives but is clearly critiquing the dogmatic ways of Islam. Only in Islam is it thought that three women are equal to one male. So here, without stating it outrightly, Baba is denouncing this point about the Muslim faith. Those in the know clearly understand this, whereas those with a less pointed intellect will not. So here Baba is critiquing Islam which claims that three women equal one male.
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Our prophet is the only Saviour

Here is an indirect teaching which Baba has given about semitic (Christianity, Judaism, Islam) religions:

   Ananda Marga philosophy states, "Almost every religion has claimed that only its followers are God's chosen people and that the rest of humanity is cursed and bound by the chains of Satan. One religion has declared, “Our prophet is the only saviour. There is no escape from mundane sufferings except by taking refuge in him.””
   “Another religion has declared, “I am the last prophet. Prayers must be said before God a specific number of times in a certain manner each day. Special animals must be sacrificed on particular days. These are the wishes of merciful God. Those who follow these injunctions will attain heaven on the Day of Judgement.””
   “Yet another religion says, “Know ye, my son, thy God is the only God. All other gods are false gods.” Just imagine, all these religions preach universal fraternity, and yet this universal fraternity is kept within the confines of their own community. Humanity gasps for breath at such preposterous claims of universal fraternity.”” (2)

Without naming the above religion, Baba is making clear-cut reference to the defects of the various Semitic religions. Baba is indirectly stating that it is Judaism, Islam, and Christianity that each lay claim that, "Our prophet is the only saviour."
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Those demons in human framework whom poor fellows trusted

Here is an indirect teaching which Baba has given about M K Gandhi, India.

Ananda Marga philosophy states, "Who are responsible for the distress of these millions of refugees? Those demons in human framework, whom those poor fellows trusted; to give ovations to whom those people rushed to meetings with thousands of garlands; for whose satisfaction people used to don special kinds of [white] caps to cover up their sins." (3)

By reading the above, some may wonder who are these people in white caps, whereas others may think that Baba is merely talking in general about those who do wrong to the people. Those with greater insight understand that Baba is directly condemning the hypocrisy of M K Gandhi of India. It was Gandhi who divided the country of India, thereby leading to the displacement and death of millions of innocent citizens. And still today his supporters use white caps. Baba is stating that Gandhi is that demon in a human framework whom those poor fellows entrusted.
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No constructive ideology

Here is an indirect teaching which Baba has given about communism:

Propounder of Prout states, "I cannot support the attitude of those who denounce capitalism at every opportunity, because this allows capitalists to become alert and invent more scientific and devious ways to exploit the people. Those who lack a constructive ideology will never be capable of destroying capitalism." (4)

At first glance, some may just conclude that Baba is against capitalism or the enemies thereof, but that is not the main essence of His guideline. The unnamed ism that Baba is denouncing is socialism / communism. Such leftists always criticise the status quo of capitalism but have defective teachings of their own. So that is what Baba is clearly teaching in His guideline. Baba's fundamental critique of communism is that it lacks a constructive ideology.
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Ran as fast as his legs could carry him

Here is an indirect teaching which Baba has given about Shrii Shankaracarya ji:

Ananda Marga philosophy guides us, "Once a certain mahápuruśa who happened to be an orthodox Máyávádin was walking along the road in Kashi [adjacent to Varanasi]...one morning a wild bull suddenly started to charge that mahápuruśa, so he ran away as fast as his legs could carry him. A logician who happened to be standing nearby asked the mahápuruśa, “Well sir, if you say that this world is unreal, then the bull is also unreal, so why are you running in fear?” That mahápuruśa would not accept any defeat in logic and replied, “My running away is also unreal.” This is the way things went on for many centuries." (5)

In the above story, Baba is talking specifically about a particular philosopher and his teaching. Some may just think this is a humorous tale or some random anecdote. However, here Baba is referring to the Shrii Shankaracarya ji and his teaching of mayavada, or illusion theory. Baba is telling us, in a psychological and humorous manner, that mayavada is 100% impractical, i.e. just a bogus theory that is impossible to follow in day to day life, and that Shankaracayara was incapable of following his own philosophy. Baba is guiding us that Shankaracarya was the one who ran away as fast as his legs could carry him.
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The key takeaway from this entire teaching is that according to Ananda Marga philosophy this world is not an illusion but a relative truth. That means that our worldly objects, materials, mundane knowledge, and daily actions etc, although not permanent, are of value; they are meaningful and can help society advance in the various fields. In contrast, Shankaracarya's teaching is that this whole entire world is an illusion-- and that caused all kinds of retardation, stagnation, and suffering in India.

Even more dangerous than blood-thirsty tigers

Here is an indirect teaching which Baba has given about Semitic religions:

Ananda Marga philosophy states, “At one time people were told that this world is for human enjoyment only, so the existence of all the plants, of all the birds and animals, in the world is intended merely to provide objects of enjoyment for human beings. Their hopes and aspirations, their intense desire to live, their pains and pleasures, their affectionate family or community lives are simply without value. However much a baby goat may wish to live, the main consideration is how much meat that kid carries on its frame. This defective philosophy has made people ruthlessly violent – even more dangerous than blood-thirsty tigers. Tigers kill only to fill their stomachs, to preserve their physical existence; whereas human beings kill animals mostly out of greed. Generally people have resorted to hypocrisy to camouflage this instinct of greed; they have killed animals on the pretext of pleasing the gods, while actually their main motive in doing so was to please their own tongues. These are all the inevitable results of such defective philosophies.” (6)

In His above teaching, Baba is guiding us that followers of the Semitic religions (I.e. Judaism, Islam, & Christianity) look upon this earth as a place for their enjoyment.
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Pulverized & crushed like ants

Below Baba is talking about Mrs Indira Gandhi.

Ananda Marga ideology says, "Suppose an evil force says, “I, the lord of a certain country, will destroy Ananda Marga from the very root.” A dha'rmika should maintain patience, should be patient. Because the day is soon to come when that evil force is going to be destroyed. Its weapon will serve as a boomerang for its own death. And this happened in the near past, as you all know." (7)

To innocent people, the above guideline may just be about keeping patience in the face of evil, etc or they may have some other notion. Whereas a proper sadhaka clearly realises that in the above teaching Baba is pointedly referring to the audacious talk and quick demise of Mrs Indira Gandhi. She is the "lord of a certain country" who vowed to "root out" Ananda Marga ideology. So Baba is guiding such sadhakas that just as in the recent past, in the future also no enemy will ever be able to take down Ananda Marga ideology.
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And this next guideline is working in a similar manner.

Ananda Marga philosophy guides us, "You have seen with your own eyes that in the past certain powerful persons thought, in their extreme vanity, that they could make or break anything. They perpetrated indescribable tortures and atrocities on Ananda Marga. But even in the face of such torments, Ananda Marga held its head high. There is no power in the universe, in the heaven or in the underworld, which can annihilate Ananda Marga, because Ananda Marga is established on the solid foundation of rationality and righteousness. If those wicked forces engage in fight with Ananda Marga, they will themselves be pulverized: they will be crushed like ants." (8)

In this above teaching Baba is again indirectly talking about Mrs Indira Gandhi as well as other malevolent forces that tried to destroy Ananda Marga ideology. It was Indira Gandhi who upon attacking Ananda Marga ideology was to be pulverized and crushed like an ant.

No singing or dancing & steeped in blood

Next Baba is pointing out the defects of Islam.

Ananda Marga ideology guides us, “Humanity, in its all-out quest for this aesthetic science, attained spirituality. One must acknowledge this. Herein lies the excellence of aesthetic science. For this reason, I have given my whole-hearted and explicit support for nandana vijiṋána. You know that there are certain religions which do not encourage aesthetic pursuits. You will notice that in those religions inertia, inferiority complexes and a sense of violence are predominant.” (9)

In His above guideline, Baba is indirectly referencing the Muslim religion as they have essentially banned music and dance; moreover, it is Islam that is deeply rooted in violence, in their history, scripture, and way of life.
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Conclusion

As sadhakas we are to propagate His teachings to one and all. We have much to learn from Baba's style of communication. Our approach should be both psychological and palatable. We should perfectly follow Baba's example.

We should always evaluate with whom we are speaking and then apply the proper voice. With those whom we are more close we can avoid lengthy talks and descriptions and use very direct language such as "Do this..." or "Don't do that...". And with those who are less close, we will have to take a more measured and calculated approach. By this way, step by step, we will be able to share Baba's teachings with all, in the best way possible.

So understanding Baba's indirect use of language offers two distinct benefits:

1) We can better understand and apply Ananda Marga ideology to daily life circumstances.
2) We can better present His teachings to various types of people.

Namaskar,
In Him,
Satiish

Day of Judgment, Doomsday

   Ananda Marga ideology guides us, "Some people say that human beings will one day have to face the Day of Judgment, Doomsday. Let us see how far this is correct. Rationally speaking, does it make sense? Where will the dead bodies of human beings remain, in their graves? Won't those dead bodies turn into soil beneath the ground? Near the knee, and in some other place, the bones of a dead body remain undecayed for eight to ten years. The remaining portion becomes part of the earth. So where will those bodies stay after death? In the graveyard? Isn't it possible that a farmer will plough that ground? Under such circumstances, when the body, cells and nerve fibres no longer exist, where will the departing minds and souls rest?"
    "Now, what is death? After death the mind becomes suspended, and the mind and átman become dissociated from the decaying body. So on the Day of Judgement, who will rise from the grave? The body cannot rise since it has already turned into soil. And where will the bodiless mind go? And when the mind is suspended, the jiivátmá cannot function either. Here is another point – human beings do not have to wait for the Day of Judgement." (10)

In His above teaching Baba is making reference to Doomsday and indirectly speaking about Christianity.
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References
1. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 15, “Buddha o Aśt́áḿga Márga”
2. Human Society - 1, Moralism
3. Liberation of Intellect: Neo-humanism, Disc: 10
4. Problems of the Day, Point #3
5. Namámi Krśńasundaram, Disc: 10
6. Namah Shiváya Shántáya, Shiva's Teachings – 2 (continued) (Discourse 14)
7. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 6, Ten Wonts of Dharma
8. A Few Problems Solved - 4, Forward Movement Is the Essence of Life
9. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 10, Yatamána – the Stage of Perseverance
10. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 3, Superstitions about Death

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The below sections are entirely different topics, unrelated to the above material.
They stand on their own as points of interest.

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== Section 2: Important Teaching ==

Two special points

Note: Baba’s guideline appended below gives two very significant teachings:

(a) When you arrived on this earth you came empty-handed. Everything belongs to Parama Purusa because He has created this universe. To think, “Something is mine” is a misguided notion. Your house, your family, and whatever else you think to be yours, after 150 years you will not have those things / relations. What to say of 150 years, even after one minute you may not have them. So one is just a pseudo-owner; the real owner is Parama Purusa. But this mistaken sense of personal ownership is the effect of avidya maya. Because avidya maya does not allow human beings to gain this simple awareness that everything belongs to Parama Purusa. Only when the veil of avidya maya is removed a little do people then start talking about this idea. Otherwise, there would not be any need to even raise this matter. The day when avidya maya is fully eradicated one will become Parama Purusa. 

(b) The second teaching is that as humans we have special power, i.e. one’s I-feeling. Because of this a person can do sadhana and become one with Parama Purusa. Other jiivas do not have such a clear I-feeling, and they cannot do A-grade sadhana. That is why we should use our potentiality by (#1) not having the vanity of taking another’s property as our own, and (#2) utilizing the psychic potentiality for spiritual practice. 

For more understanding read Baba’s below teaching: 

Ananda Marga ideology states, “On a deeper analysis, it is found that human beings have nothing to call their own. They may boast about their intellect, intelligence, power and influence but the real owner of these is Parama Puruśa. By His grace, alone can one utilize or enjoy objects. If Parama Puruśa so desires. He can snatch away all these possessions from humans, And the humans will be unable to do anything about it. After realizing the Supreme truth intelligent people should endeavour to realize Parama Puruśa with the power He has given them. This realization of the Supreme also depends on His grace. In order to merit Parama Puruśa’s grace, unit beings will also have to do something. Their duty is to contemplate or ideate on Him.” (1)

Reference
1. Ananda Philosophy in a Nutshell - 4, Bhakti and Krpá

== Section: Important Teaching ==

Do we need a dhyana mantra

Ananda Marga ideology guides us, “Dhyána is meditation on the Supreme Entity so that there is an incessant upward movement of the mind towards Parama Puruśa.” (1)

Note: In those days of old, in the hoary past, science was not sufficiently developed so as to have a photo of those Mahasambhutis. So, with the help of the dhyana mantra, bhaktas were able to imagine, to some degree, what Lord Krsna and Lord Shiva looks like. 

In contrast, nowadays, Sadguru Baba has provided much more information in written form which can be passed down from generation to generation - along with the varabhaya mudra photo. In addition, He has given all kinds of explanations about abhidhyana in various discourses. And for those sadhakas who delve deeper into various relations or bhavas, it becomes more complex. 

In that case, Shrii Shrii Anandamurti ji's dhyana mantra would need to explain everything, which is not so easy. Because no matter how long of a dhyana mantra people compose, it could never be on par with the vast amount of information which we already have in the form of photos and His wide gamut of literature. 

That said, the overall idea of a dhyana mantra is ok if something apocalyptic were to occur; though, it is an illusion that such a doomsday event could transpire. But suppose that really everything did get destroyed, including all of His photos etc, then in that circumstance it would be extremely helpful to have a dhyana mantra of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti ji in order to get an idea of what He looks like. 

in Him,
Nat'esha

Reference
1. Yoga Psychology, Questions and Answers on Meditation, Q & A #18

== Section: Important Teaching ==

The science of knowing past lives

Ananda Marga philosophy says, "Question: What is the scope of parapsychology?"

"Answer: Parapsychology links up the gaps between one life and another – it links up the gaps life after life. So, parapsychology is the science which links up our present life with our past lives."

"There are many instances where children remember their past lives. This is alright for children up to twelve or thirteen years of age, as their personalities are weak and still developing. After twelve or thirteen childrens' personalities become stronger, and if they still have memories of their past lives they will develop dual personalities. The mind will start to think, “Am I this person or that person?” They will fail to find the link in their lives. Their brains will not be able to adjust and they will die."

Ananda Marga philosophy says, "The field of parapsychology is still very underdeveloped. It should be developed, but it is a very difficult field to develop. Why has the field of parapsychology not developed? Because it is spiritual in nature and it cannot be developed by non-spiritualists."

"Parama Puruśa knows everything. He can see into a person’s past even ten thousand or twenty thousand years ago. For human beings to see into their past they need the help of their nerve cells and nerve fibres, but once they die their nerve cells are destroyed. So how is it possible for people to see into their past?"

Ananda Marga philosophy says, "Parama Puruśa can link up all the past lives of people because He has supra-occult power. Only Parama Puruśa has this power and no one else. He does not need the help of the nerve cells or nerve fibres because everything exists in the Cosmic Mind. Therefore, Parama Puruśa does not need to link up all the individual minds – just by His will He can see all the unit minds." (1)

Reference
1. Yoga Psychology, Questions and Answers on Psychology #11

== Section: Important Teaching ==

Having human body is not enough to be called as human

Ananda Marga ideology says, "Those who have established themselves in their spiritual being through the practice of spiritual cult are the real human beings. Others, who do not move on the subtler and sublime path of spirituality, and behave like animals, are humans only in name. Human beings alone have the privilege to do sa'dhana'. Animals, because of their intellectual deficiencies, are unable to adhere to the spiritual cult..."
 "Human beings, on the other hand, have the capacity to develop even in the spiritual realm. Those who do not pay heed to this special gift are animals, nay, even worse than animals. Animals are unable to make efforts for their spiritual development, whereas humans do have this ability." (1)

Note: Generally people think everyone with a human body as being human, but according to Baba's above teaching all are not human. In the above guideline Baba differentiates how and why.

Reference
1. Subhasita Samgraha - 24, Mysticism and Spirituality

== Section: Important Teaching ==

This earth is not permanent abode

Ananda Marga philosophy says, "Human beings come onto this earth for a very short period, and within this short period they are required to complete everything. So there is a great deal of work to be done, but the time is very short. Thus intelligent people make the best use of every moment of their time - wasting one's time is the height of foolishness. Why? Because no human being will remain on this earth for long, and the very goal of human life is to attain Parama Purusa, the Supreme Stance. Human beings, while moving forward towards that Goal which is fixed before their minds, will have to perform many worldly duties. That is why it is said, 'Keep one hand on the feet of Parama Purus'a, and with the other hand do your mundane duties'." (1)

Reference
1. A Few Problems Solved - 4, Let Chattisgarh Have a Brilliant Future

== Section ==

उनसे permission नहीं लेकर, उनका पाप ले लेते हैं |

“ये जो तगड़े भक्त हैं, वे नहीं चाहेंगे कि अपना पाप परमपुरुष को दें | वे कहेंगे—"नहीं-नहीं, तुमको मिठाई देंगे, फूल देंगे, यह देंगे, माला देंगे | पाप नहीं देंगे, पाप नहीं देंगे | हमारे पाप का बोझा हम्हीं को ढोने दो"—यही कहेंगे | किन्तु परमपुरुष का तो बहुत प्यारा है मनुष्य | उनके भक्त बहुत प्यारे हैं | तो, इसलिए परमपुरुष क्या करते हैं ? न, उनसे permission नहीं लेकर, उनका पाप ले लेते हैं | किसी से permission नहीं लेकर, अगर किसी की चीज़ तुम ले लिए, तो उसको कहते हैं चोरी करना | To take something without permission | उसको चोरी कहते हैं | तो, परमपुरुष चोरी करते हैं | क्या चोरी करते हैं ? न, पाप | Permission माँगने से, अनुमति माँगने से भक्त अनुमति नहीं देंगे | बोलेंगे—"नहीं, और सब कुछ देंगे, पाप नहीं देंगे, आपको |" तो, पाप को वे चोरी करते हैं | चोरी करते हैं इसलिए उनका नाम है हरि | हरि की शरण में आ गए हो | और घबड़ाने की बात नहीं है |”
[यह बाबा के कैसेट से सीधे लिखा गया, बाबा का यह असली प्रवचन, अमृतोपदेश है। आनन्द मार्ग हिन्दी पुस्तकों में छपे प्रवचन तो नक़ली प्रवचन हैं, असली नहीं] [1]

Reference
1. हिंदी, अप्रकाशित,Transcribed ver. GD 12 August 1978 Patna

== Section 3: Links ==

Postings to Read

Sadhana demonstration: the nadiis

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2023/05/balancing-nadiis-2-more.html

History: before there was sadhana

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2017/10/worship-how-our-ancestors-did.html

Warning processed food

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2017/02/watch-out-for-company-food-4-more.html

Sadhaka life & beauty

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2014/01/why-that-is-beautiful-to-you.html

Proper order to learn AM teachings

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2014/03/wrong-way-to-educate-oneself.html

Baba did not review pre-1990 books

• https://anandamargauniversal.blogspot.com/2025/08/baba-did-not-review-pre-1990-books-2.html