Read the final chapters (6/7/8) of The Perfection of Yoga considering these points....
- Why is Krishna referred to as Bhagavan? What does this name mean?
- Prabhupada uses the example of Visvamritra Muni when discussing Yoga, what does this illustrate?
- Think about the ups and downs our own devotional life has taken and reflect on how we dealt with them, what has hind-sight taught us about those times?
- The Absolute Truth is realised in what 3 stages?
- What is our personal relationship with Krishna, What does the word 'relationship' mean to you. How are relationships maintained and how does this relate to our role as 'servant'.
The final paragraph of this fantastic book is definitely worth reading and re-reading so I'll write it again here for contemplation.
'Krsna consciousness is the last link in the yogic chain, the link that binds us to the Supreme Person, Lord Sri Krsna. Without this final link, the chain is practically useless. Those who are truly interested in the perfection of the yoga process should immediately take to Krsna consciousness by chanting Hare Krsna, understanding Bhagavad-gita, and rendering service to Krsna through this society for Krsna consciousness and thereby surpass all other systems and attain the ultimate goal of all yoga - love of Krsna.'
A.C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Perfection of Yoga, 1972.
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