Verse from the Veda to Become a Holy Person

There are many posts on this site that describe the method of attaining the heavenly state, but mastering the technique will not transport you there if you are not holy. The divine state is not given to you; you must work at it. One way to work on it is to emulate a holy person, and here are some ideas for that.

A holy person typically possesses deep spiritual insight and understanding, often gained through years of study, contemplation, and spiritual practice. Holiness is often associated with profound compassion and love for all beings. They are empathetic and selfless, prioritizing the well-being of others above their own. Humility is a hallmark of holiness. A holy person is not driven by ego or a desire for personal recognition but instead remains humble and focused on serving others.

A holy person is known for integrity and honesty. They are highly devoted to spiritual practice, adhere to ethical principles, and live a life of honesty, sincerity, and moral uprightness. Holy individuals are often characterized by their capacity for forgiveness and tolerance. They strive to understand and forgive others, even in the face of adversity or wrongdoing. They engage in acts of service and generosity, seeking to alleviate suffering and promote the welfare of others.

Holiness is often associated with inner peace and serenity. A holy person may radiate a sense of calmness and tranquility, even in challenging circumstances. They exhibit courage and resilience in the face of adversity or persecution, drawing strength from their faith and convictions.

These characteristics are not exhaustive and different traditions emphasize certain qualities more than others. Additionally, perceptions of holiness can vary widely among different cultures and belief systems, but to become holy enough to attain the heavenly state, you need to be the best. Here is a mantra to consider.

To choose to become a heavenly servant, become similar to a loving parent. To care for strangers as a family to be chosen as a friend of the Lord.

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Tonpa Shenrab – 19th century painting, Collection of Rubin Museum of Art.

Verse from the Veda to Save the World

The concept that caring for others, irrespective of their identity, is fundamental to saving the world embodies a profound moral and philosophical stance. Here’s an expanded perspective on why this idea is so crucial:

  1. Universal Human Dignity: At its core, this idea recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every individual, simply by virtue of being human. Regardless of factors like race, nationality, religion, gender, or socioeconomic status, every person deserves compassion, empathy, and respect. Embracing this principle fosters a more inclusive and equitable world where everyone’s needs and rights are acknowledged and upheld.
  2. Promotion of Empathy and Understanding: When we prioritize caring for others, we cultivate empathy and understanding. By seeking to understand people’s experiences, perspectives, and struggles, we bridge divides and foster connections. This empathy can lead to greater cooperation, harmony, and solidarity across communities and nations, diminishing conflicts rooted in misunderstanding or prejudice.
  3. Collective Well-being: Recognizing and addressing the needs of others contributes to the collective well-being of society. Whether it’s providing support to those facing adversity, advocating for social justice, or promoting policies that prioritize the marginalized, caring for others promotes a more just and compassionate society. When individuals thrive, communities thrive, leading to a ripple effect of positive change.
  4. Environmental Stewardship: Caring for others extends beyond human beings to encompass the broader natural world. We recognize our interconnectedness with the environment, so caring for others includes protecting ecosystems, wildlife, and the planet itself. Environmental degradation disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, making environmental stewardship an essential aspect of caring for others on a global scale.
  5. Cultural and Spiritual Wisdom: Many cultural and spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of compassion and altruism. Whether it’s the Golden Rule in Christianity, the concept of Karuna in Buddhism, or the principle of Seva in Hinduism, diverse traditions offer valuable insights into the transformative power of caring for others. Drawing on this wisdom can inspire individuals and societies to prioritize compassion and service.
  6. Mitigating Social Problems: Many of the world’s most pressing challenges, such as poverty, inequality, conflict, and injustice, are rooted in a lack of care and empathy for others. By addressing these issues through compassionate action, we can lessen their negative impact and work towards sustainable solutions. Whether through grassroots activism, policy advocacy, or community service, caring for others is essential for addressing systemic issues and building a more just and equitable world.

In essence, the idea that caring for others will save the world embodies a vision of humanity grounded in empathy, justice, and solidarity. By embracing this principle in our daily lives and collective actions, we can contribute to a more compassionate and sustainable world for present and future generations. Here is a verse from the Rigveda for that.

To exert yourself for others separates the good from the bad; the air comes to a person to live and let live, and sweating in the act of caring for others is virtuous.

The air comes for the strength to overcome suffering and feel compassion for others, and for that to bind to a bundle of AH, and the presence brings happiness anytime.

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Tonpa Shenrab – 19th century painting, Collection of Rubin Museum of Art.

Verse from the Veda about the Veda

Gone are the days of blind worship and endless praise,

Now I seek the truth hidden within these ancient words,

No longer content with tales of gods and their glory,

I search for the wisdom that lies beneath the surface.

 

Soma, the nectar of immortality, no longer a mere drink,

But a symbol of enlightenment and inner transformation,

The path to everlasting life not through gods, but through self,

The mountaintop, not a physical peak, but a spiritual awakening.

 

I unravel the mysteries of the Rigveda, piece by piece,

Revealing the secrets that have been hidden for centuries,

No longer lost in confusion and obscurity,

I find clarity and purpose in these sacred verses.

 

The gods may have come and gone, but the wisdom remains,

A guide for those who seek to transcend the limitations of mortality,

I am no longer a mere reader, but a seeker of truth,

And in the Rigveda, I find the answers I have been searching for.

 

The world needs food, water, and air to live, and the Veda is a guide to living happily. To worship with libations, the highest rests upon the mountain formed of gold but strikes quickly with the lightning bolt to become faultless, to rise brilliant to offer water with AH in reverence to those in the valley.

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Tonpa Shenrab – 19th century painting, Collection of Rubin Museum of Art.

Verse from the Veda to to Help Those Suffering

The Indus Valley Civilization, also known as the Harrapan Civilization, existed by 6500 BCE in Eastern Pakistan and Northwestern India. Many researchers believe that the text of the Rigveda originated there. The civilization was vast, with over five million inhabitants living in 2500 towns and cities along the Indus and Sarasvati Rivers. Well-planned cities like Mehrgarh and Mohenjo-Daro were well established by 3000 BCE and were of significant size for the time, with around forty thousand inhabitants. Most of the city dwellers were artisans and merchants. The two-story brick houses in Mohenjo-Daro had indoor running water and bathrooms. They had developed hydraulic engineering for indoor flush toilets, and the sewage and drainage system built under the streets was better than most of the world’s systems today. There were granaries and storehouses, and because there were no fortifications for safety and the most significant structure was a public bath, the times were peaceful. At the same time, an urban culture in Caral, Peru, also flourished. Archeologists believe it was peaceful, and because of that, the philosophy of kindness advanced in the Rigveda was practiced in 3000 BCE.

The most productive way to serve heaven is by serving others on earth. The philosophy is demonstrating kindness and compassion towards those in need and struggling. You can do this by volunteering at food kitchens, food distribution centers, clothing distribution centers, homeless shelters, animal shelters, and other similar places. Go wherever and do whatever you can to help people and animals in need. Always strive to be kind and peaceful, follow the teachings, and eat a vegetarian diet. Heaven is for everyone on the earth to be happy, so do what makes you happy, but always be mindful of not causing harm to others. If you do this, the power of heaven will be there for you.

To become magnificent and legendary when the well-built dwelling of the ego falls apart, hold to the power of heaven upon the earth for that, and gain freedom from suffering to help those suffering.

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Stupa in Mohenjo-Daro

Verse from the Veda to Eliminate Suffering

I have read many authors over the years who are considered enlightened. Here are the names of some that come to mind; Siddartha Gautama, Patanjali, Bodhidharma, Rumi, Ramana Maharshi, Ramakrishna, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Gopi Krishna Paramahamsa Yogananda, George Gurdjieff, Franklin Merrell-Wolff, Sivananda Sarasvati, Hazrat Inayat Khan, Ram Das, Uppaluri Krishnamurti, Jiddu Krishnamurti, Osho, Eckhart Tolle, and Sadhguru. Most of these people have died, but Eckhart Tolle and Sadhguru are alive and personable.

Siddhartha lived in India around 600 BCE and became enlightened. He was raised in luxury, with all the pleasures one could want, but was dissatisfied with the suffering he could see. When he was twenty-nine, he left the palace and, for six years, lived as a traveling ascetic. He studied under various teachers but did not find a way to eliminate suffering. When he was thirty-five and determined to defeat suffering, he sat beneath a large Bodhi tree (Sacred Fig Tree) in Bodh Gaya in silent meditation, vowing not to leave until he found the way. Then, on the forty-ninth day, he thought he found it and, for forty-five years, traveled northern India, proclaiming the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and so on as ways to eliminate suffering.

It is claimed that Siddhartha became a Buddha, the highest state a human can attain, but how would you know a Buddha if you saw one today? There is great confusion about the characteristics of the Buddha, but according to Buddhist texts, his body will possess the thirty-two major and eighty minor marks of the great man. Some markers are tall and well-proportioned, with broad shoulders and arms extending below the knees. He is beautiful on all sides with a golden complexion. His body smells of sandalwood, and his breath is like lotus blossoms. His voice is appealing, harmonious, and captivating. The enlightened are happy, serene, kind, compassionate, tolerant, understanding, insightful, humble, open-minded, emotionally stable, have inner strength, and are not self-centered. Another source says the signs for recognizing an enlightened person are profound presence, compassionate wisdom, transcendent joy, unconditional love, and intuitive knowing. Some say they have insight, awareness, and spiritual knowledge, which frees them from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

It goes on, but there is little validity to such things since a Buddha is neither a man nor a woman and enjoys a body of light. They have extraordinary perceptions and know past, present, and future. They can hover, float, or fly about and get this; they have the astonishing ability to be in multiple places simultaneously. They do not live on the earth but are incredibly compassionate and loving to serve the people and creatures of the earth. Their mission is to show the way to abandon suffering and mortality for the immortal state of bliss. Arise to that state today, and the world will know very quickly. The YouTube video would go viral in minutes.

India is known for wandering ascetics and spiritual teachers, and many are alive today, just in the city of Varanasi. In 600 BCE, the earth was deep into the Dark Age of the Kaliyuga. It was an unfortunate and terrible time to be alive because people were ignorant, horrible, and brutal, just as they are today. A sad feature of the Dark Age is that no enlightened being appears on the earth to save the people when urgently needed. During that time, many made the claim. Some claimed to be saviors or messengers of heaven, but no, they were not. They did not teach or follow the Heavenly Path. Siddhartha would have had to live two thousand years earlier, like the Rishis of the Rigveda, who became Buddhas late in life. There are two hundred or so in the ten mandalas of that text. Siddhartha was not like them. His system to become a Buddha free of suffering did not work, and not one person in 2500 years has attained the heavenly state. Siddhartha was not a Buddha but an open-minded thinker like those mentioned at the beginnintra to consider.

To become pure and shiny results from cutting off to go in a different direction to be apart from suffering there. For comparison, enjoy the act of giving and singing for the cause to draw in the nose to be apart from those to express.

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Tonpa Shenrab – 19th century painting, Collection of Rubin Museum of Art.

Verse from the Veda to be a Different Person

Reciting the Sanskrit Alphabet is highly regarded in some religions. Sanskrit is a Divine Language, and the world’s oldest spiritual texts are written in it. So, let us look at a few of the Sanskrit vowels.

a ā i ī u ū ṛi ṛī lṛi lṛī e ai o au ṃ ḥ

The first vowel is the first of the three sounds of the Sacred Syllable AUM. Looking at the last four vowels, you will see how the syllable is derived. The sound of o and au is similar and is a common substitution when translating ancient texts. Devotees worldwide currently chant the shortened syllable OM, with many wild claims about its purpose and meaning. The letter o in Sanskrit only has a few meanings, and one is Brahma, the Divine Absolute. So, chanting OM is a way of connecting with the Divine Essence. It is chanted before and during readings of religious texts, during rituals, ceremonies, and for meditation. OM is significant in the Eastern religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism.

In the Sanskrit Dictionary, OM only has a few meaning. It is a word of solemn affirmation, yes, or so be it, and it is the Sacred Syllable of the Ṡūdṛás, people of the lowest in the Hindu class system whose only business is to serve the higher three. Chanting OM has been the practice for a long time, and because of it, freedom from suffering and attaining an enlightened state ended. The Sacred Syllable to focus upon is the first of the three sounds of the Sacred Syllable AUM, which is AH! AH is a sound; sound creates the universe and is a big reason for chanting.

To be different as a wise and learned person and to go is everything to be eminent among the giving. Being different is difficult, but the air is captivating, and to come to gamble with or rise from abundant with AH and good fortune.

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The Sacred Syllable AH, the First Syllable of the Sanskrit Alphabet

Verse from the Veda about Release from Rebirth

Current archaeological research reveals an urban culture by 6500 BCE in Eastern Pakistan and Northwestern India, where some researchers think the text of the Rigveda originated. The settlements of Mehrgarh and Mohenjo-Daro were well-planned cities by 3000 BCE and of considerable size for the time, with populations of twenty to forty thousand inhabitants. The two-story brick houses had running water and bathrooms. The city had a sewer system constructed under the streets. Because there were no fortifications for safety in Mohenjo-Daro and the most prominent structure was a public bath, the times were peaceful.

The Indus Valley Culture, as it is called, collapsed after the Sarasvati River partially dried up around 1900 BCE to partially flow today as the Gagger-Hakra River. The river flowed from the Himalayan Mountains, so earthquakes were the probable cause. The Indus Valley Culture was massive; over 2500 towns and cities have recently been unearthed from the sands of what is now the Great Indian Desert. At the same time, the peaceful Indus Valley Culture flourished; an urban culture on the other side of the globe thrived in Peru called Caral. Archeologists believe the culture was peaceful, and because of that, the philosophy of kindness advanced in the Rigveda was still in practice in 3000 BCE.

Some researchers say the Indus Valley Culture was built upon an older and larger culture known as the Naga Empire and would have been peaceful as well. The word naga in Sanskrit means a serpent or a teacher, and nagara is the written character. Devanagari is the name of the written script of the Sanskrit alphabet, often translated as City of the Gods, but Divine Written Character is closer. Sanskrit is the root of Classical Latin, Gothic, Old Norse, Avestan, Pali, Hindi, and many more languages. It is considered a Divine Language with many of the world’s oldest spiritual treasures, such as this one, written in it. Rigveda translates as the Sacred Text of the Sacred Knowledge, and many scholars claim the text is an archaic form of Sanskrit and describe the difficulty in translating it. Their translations reflect the difficulty as they are challenging to read, make little sense, and truthfully are best forgotten. Translating the text is complex and tricky; nevertheless, the mantras can be fully and accurately translated, revealing the means to release from repeated rebirth upon the earth.

To be ever recurring with many names and looks or a master of time and space for the means of release from repeated rebirth, a devoted child to the power of the Holy Word.

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Thonpa Shenrab – Buddha from 18,000 BCE, Collection of Rubin Museum of Art.

Verse from the Veda about God

The concept of God varies greatly among different religious and philosophical traditions, and there is no universally accepted definition or understanding of God. People have diverse views on this topic, and discussions about God can be complex and nuanced. Ultimately, the nature and existence of God are questions that have been debated by theologians, philosophers, and scholars for centuries and continue to be subjects of profound inquiry and contemplation. Here are a few viewpoints on the subject.

  1. Monotheism: In monotheistic religions like Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, God is typically seen as a singular, all-knowing, and all-powerful deity. These religions emphasize the oneness of God.
  2. Polytheism: In contrast, polytheistic belief systems, such as ancient Greek and Roman religions, involve multiple gods and goddesses, each with their own domain and characteristics.
  3. Pantheism: Pantheism suggests that God is synonymous with the universe itself. In this view, everything in existence is a manifestation of God.
  4. Deism: Deism posits that God created the universe but does not intervene in its affairs. Deists believe that God set natural laws in motion but does not actively participate in human affairs.
  5. Atheism: Atheists do not believe in the existence of any gods or deities. They reject the concept of God entirely.
  6. Agnosticism: Agnostics assert that the existence of God is ultimately unknowable or that there is not enough evidence to make a definitive claim about God’s existence.
  7. Personal vs. Impersonal God: Some religious traditions describe God as a personal being with whom individuals can have a personal relationship (Christianity, Islam), while others see God as an impersonal force or principle (Hinduism’s Brahman).
  8. Non-religious or Secular Perspectives: In secular or non-religious contexts, God may be viewed as a metaphorical concept or as a way to describe certain aspects of human experience, ethics, or morality.

It might surprise you that none of those beliefs is correct. God is a personal being with whom people can have a relationship such as believed in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, but little else about their religious position is correct. Yes, there is one God, but there is also one Goddess, and where God is powerful the Goddess is powerfully compassionate. It takes two and both are clearly evident. Well, God is not but where you do not see the Goddess, there’s God. Brahma, the Divine Absolute, is divided into two and absolute to form into one and follow the moral teaching of compassion for all creatures that cry and grasp for the breath to be worthy enough for the heavenly state. Here is a mantra about the Holy Family.

The firstborn of the Lord of the mansion is the Goddess, the teacher of Manu, humanity, then God the Father, then the child.

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Verse from the Veda about the Golden Age

It seems feasible that the Veda, the Holy Path to heaven, was discovered before the Golden Age, because that could usher in the best of times. Interestingly, the Bon religion of Tibet traces its lineage to Thonpa Shenrab, an enlightened being from 18,000 BCE, so about that time. The earth was a Garden of Eden then and was for many thousands of years longer. The knowledge of compassion for others was the practice on the earth until declining Dvaparayuga (the Second Age) around 3000 BCE. The time claimed as the birth of civilization in Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, and elsewhere on the earth, was the time being civil began declining.

The best way to usher in the best of times is to serve all on the earth in the heavenly way, and you can do that anytime. The Holy Doctrine is compassion for all creatures that grasp for the breath and cry. It does not matter what the others look like, their heritage, religion, sexual orientation, whatever, treat them kindly so all can enjoy a life of happiness upon the earth. Volunteer in food kitchens, food distribution centers, clothing distribution centers, homeless shelters, animal shelters, and so on. Go wherever and do whatever you can do to help the needy. Be a kind and peaceful person no matter what, follow the doctrine and eat a vegetarian diet. The Teaching of Heaven is to be happy on the earth, so do what makes you happy, just do not impede the happiness of others. And in regard to that, here is a mantra to consider.

The Two Divinities are divine to attain to sustain devotion to arise divine for righteous actions benefitting all. To gain a favorable fortune and the means to direct the Golden Rule of the Golden Age in golden light to all, compassion for all creatures that grasp for the breath and cry.

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Serving water to a traveler

Verse from the Veda about the Power of Heaven

Shrila Vyasadeva put the Rigveda into writing before authoring the Shrimad Bhagavatam and other texts. The Veda is of the Oral Tradition but written down in Sanskrit before the Kaliyuga to preserve it through the Kaliyuga, the Dark Age of Humanity. The Dark Age began taking effect around 2000 BCE. It was an unfortunate and terrible time to be alive because people were horrible and brutal, but about 4000 years later (around 1800 CE) during a period of mechanization things began to change for the better. We are now in the early part of Dvaparayuga, the Second Age, where things will be different but ignorance and unruly behavior will stick around a bit. A sad feature of the Dark Age is that no enlightened being appears on the earth to save the people when so desperately needed. During that time, many made the claim, some deemed to be saviors or messengers of heaven, but no, not in the heavenly sense. Fortunately, the Sacred Text written down before the Kaliyuga for preservation worked and the text has already been deciphered.

A message from heaven says the finest way to serve heaven is to serve others on the earth. Volunteer in food kitchens, food distribution centers, clothing distribution centers, homeless shelters, animal shelters, and so on. Go wherever and do whatever you can do to help the needy. The Holy Doctrine is compassion for all creatures that grasp for the breath and cry. Be a kind and peaceful person no matter what, follow the doctrine and eat a vegetarian diet. The Teaching of Heaven is to be happy on the earth, so do what makes you happy, just do not impede the happiness of others, and for that, the Power of Heaven comes to help.

You have the power to run here and there because of the air and the power to speak of the power. Power is necessary for enlightenment, power to drive AH to gift and fill to hold for empowerment, yes, and the power of love is powerful to go toward others to empower.

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Serving water to a traveler