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    The destiny, end of it and freewill

    No one can skip the work required to get one’s mind merge in its original source. No human is a slave to his destiny. The state of full acceptance can be the result of work of many lifetimes. Those who live in that state are Gurmukhs, Panch(the chosen ones). But what about the rest? How do they...
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    Are we are born with fixed number of breaths?

    The Kirtan Sohila Bani from Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji is the bani that is recited before sleeping. We die a temporary death every night and are with God in our deep sleep. For any ceremony, when the invitation cards are sent, the date is mentioned. The Kirtan Sohila Bani mentions that that...
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    The destiny, end of it and freewill

    You are free to wish, put effort, and act. The prarabdha is experienced in Maya through the mind. When you are in nij ghar, you are freed from suffering that is created by the mind. So even though everything you receive in this world is predetermined, you are free to choose to be in a state...
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    The destiny, end of it and freewill

    I need to make two corrections to my previous post - one you pointed out and the other after giving thought to it. Corrected version: If from being spiritual means you know how to get to nij ghar, then the freewill comes to be useful only after you have become spiritual and have an enlightened...
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    The destiny, end of it and freewill

    Thanks for your response! I'll try to answer from my understanding what you have asked about the post. (just a little curious as to why you keep referring to SGGS as AGGS?) First a small addition to my previous note- The freewill does not change the destiny but it changes the experience of it...
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    Is There Freewill In Sikhism?

    The only use of freewill is in choosing to transcend Maya.
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    The destiny, end of it and freewill

    This is my opinion and understanding that I wanted to share.
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    I understand your question and have an answer, too. But I want to know first why are you giving importance to how Naam is given by others mentioned by you. Is it possible that you believe there is a certain process that needs to be followed? What are the conditions that you believe should be...
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    Check out Ashtanga Yoga. That is 8-limb-system as a way to achieve union in which Asana and Pranayama are dominant parts. It looks like you are clinging to the terms instead of approach of each path.
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    Every faith offers union(Yog) with the Almighty. It is just that every path is different. Don’t confuse the word Yog with Yog Marg. The meaning for word Yoga in that post should not be taken literally but figuratively. You are using the word Yog whereas member meant the Yoga(Marg). The Yoga...
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    Deep within worship the Guru. With tongue chant Guru’s name. Let your eyes behold the true Guru. With your ears, hear Guru’s name. Imbued with the true Guru, you shall find a place in the Lord’s court. What is Guru’s Name – It is told by Bhai Gurdas ji to be Waheguru. Hold your Guru in view...
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    If you have found a connection with the Guru, there is no need to look for any more answers. Having connection with the Guru is the most precious blessing. Hearty congratulations to you if you have made a connection with the Guru. Guru Gobind Singh ji has taken care of me like a father and...
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    Talented at Meditation or a Serious Problem?

    In meditation or in Maya?? Check it yourself---- One is either in the akaal, timeless, present moment(Self, God, in meditation) or in kaal, Bhoot, Bhavikh, thinking(mind). Most of us are switching between the two to varying degrees until we become Jiwan Muktas. Check with yourself which...
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    Is There Freewill In Sikhism?

    My observations- Only humans have the option of free-will. Free-will is the potential given to humans to get a perfect Guru on one's side. The perfect Guru will protect, alter, or make destiny/prarabhdha easier. The perfect Guru changes one’s perceptions. Only humans have the option of...
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    Update! Gurgaddi Of Guru Granth In Yuba City , CA

    Thanks a ton for the information. The site is very helpful too.
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