Self-realization

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In yoga, self-realization is knowledge of one's true self. This true self is also referred to as the atman to avoid ambiguity. The term "self-realization" is a translation of the Sanskrit expression atman jnana (knowledge of the self or atman). The reason the term "realization" is used instead of "knowledge" is that jnana refers to knowledge based on experience, not mere intellectual knowledge.

As discussed in the article on yoga, while the goal of self-realization is the same in all yoga paths, the means used to achieve that goal differ. (see below)

The following terms are related to self-realization or atma jnana:

• moksha (liberation from the cycle of birth and death)
• samadhi (Supreme or Divine Bliss)

Contents 1 Self-realization - According to Dada Bhagwan 2 Self-realization in Sahaja Yoga 3 Self-realization in Reiki Tummo (Master Yoga) 4 Self-realization according to Paramhansa Yogananda 5 Self-realization in Surat Shabd Yoga 6 See also 7 Note 8 External links

[edit] Self-realization - According to Dada Bhagwan

For Self realization, a living enlightened medium in the form of a Avatar (Gnani Purush) is required. It may not be common knowledge but such enlightened beings are seldom born. However, when such beings are around, they are able to procure liberation for anyone who seeks it.

Self realization and the path to eternal liberation is attainable, even today! Moksha is not something you simply read about in scriptures but a state you too can attain today and very easily too! Only a person who is Self-Realized can show you the path and open the doors for you. It is here in this world that you can know your real Self. Akram Vignan is the science of understanding ‘Who am I?’ and attaining permanent Self realization which will lead to your ultimate salvation. Come to the living enlightened Gnani and he will make you realize your true Self.

The Self Realization is a two hour process through which the Gnani give you enlightenment of your true self. The first thing you need to know is who you really are? What is the real truth? What is this whole world about? What or who is God?

Self realization is realizing the The God, whom you have been searching for countless past lives, within you and you will realize Him (the Soul) through the enlightenment. The Gnani opens the door to the path of final liberation for you. It does not take time to receive knowledge for Self realization. It is like turning on a light switch; the light instantly displaces darkness. Similarly, it takes no time for the self enlightened being to dispel ignorance with the light of Knowledge.

[edit] Self-realization in Sahaja Yoga

In Sahajayoga, self-realization is said to be achieved when the serpent force or Kundalini rises through the shushumna nadi to the sahasrara chakra.

[edit] Self-realization in Reiki Tummo (Master Yoga)

According to Reiki Tummo, self-realization is a part of the process of kundalini awakening before reaching full enlightenment and Yoga (Union with the Divine). The combination of the term reiki with the term tummo was done recently in Indonesia by the founder of Padmacahaya Foundation. Tummo is one of the yogas practiced in Tibet in the context of Vajrayana Buddhism (among Kagyupas it is one of the Six Yogas of Naropas, but it had been practiced for centuries before Marpa Lotsawa's trip to India and meeting with Naropa). However, in Vajrayana Buddhism yoga is not "union with the divine," for Buddhism does not conceive a separate self to unite, or a Divine reality separate from oneself to unite with; the Tibetan term is "naljor," a combination of nalma, meaning "true unalterated condition" and "jorwa," meaning "to possess:" the idea conveyed by the term is that Yoga, rather than union with the Divine, is the discovery, unconcealment or realization of one's true, unalterated condition, which has alterated by the development of the basic human delusion called avidya (Tib. ma rig pa). Reiki is a system wholly different from all Tibetan yogas and schools; the name is Japanese rather than Tibetan. Therefore it is clear that this is a yoga of recent date rather than a traditional one.

[edit] Self-realization according to Paramhansa Yogananda

“Self-realization is the knowing in all parts of body, mind, and soul that you are now in possession of the kingdom of God; that you do not have to pray that it come to you; that God’s omnipresence is your omnipresence; and that all that you need to do is improve your knowing.”

— from The Essence of Self-Realization by Paramhansa Yogananda

[edit] Self-realization in Surat Shabd Yoga

Surat Shabd Yoga cosmology depicts the whole of creation (the macrocosm) as being emanated and arranged in a spiritually differentiated hierarchy, often referred to as eggs, regions, or planes. Typically, eight spiritual levels are described above the physical plane, although names and subdivisions within these levels will vary to some extent by movement and Master. In this arrangement, Self-Realization is attainted in the third heaven level, Daswan Dwar, Spirit-Realization is attained in the fourth heaven level, Bhanwar Gupha, and God-Realization is attained in the fifth heaven level, Sach Kand (Sat Lok). (One version of the creation from a Surat Shabda Yoga perspective is depicted at the Sant Ajaib Singh Ji Memorial Site ^[1]). All planes below the purely spiritual regions are subject to cycles of creation and dissolution (pralya) or grand dissolution (maha pralya).

This cosmology presents the constitution of the initiate (the microcosm) as an exact replica of the macrocosm. Consequently, the microcosm consists of a number of bodies, each one suited to interact with its corresponding plane or region in the macrocosm. These bodies developed over the yugas through involution (emanating from higher planes to lower planes) and evolution (returning from lower planes to higher planes), including by karma and reincarnation in various states of consciousness. The Path of Light and Sound involves the initiate traveling the microcosm dharmicly in consciousness (soul) with the guidance and protection of the Outer Living Master in the physical world and the Inner Shabd Master in the higher worlds, eventually experiencing Self-Realization and continuing to unfold until the regions of pure spirituality are reached and God-Realization is attained. to the

[edit] See also

• Self-actualization
• Yogic Enlightenment
• Mysticism
• Nondual (world-view)

[edit] Note

1. ↑  Sant Ajaib Singh Ji Memorial Site, 1995; “The Grand Scheme of All Creation”.

[edit] External links

• The evolutionary step of Self-Realization referred to in all of the great religions
• The Scientific way to achieve Self-Realization and liberation