Toronto, Ontario
Everyday There is an Arjun
Practically every day Arjuna comes to visit us at our ashram. By that, I mean, the soul who is struggling somewhat and comes to submit himself to our temple room space for thought, prayer, and chanting. Perhaps there’s even a need to talk to someone. Sometimes the sense of purpose and meaning becomes trapped in a cloud of confusion, and duty seems to have lost its beauty.
Like Arjun in the Bhagavad Gita who goes for some kind of deliberation and consultation with Krishna, he takes the absolute right course. In other words, it would not have been a good idea to just stand alone in the cloud of doubt. Express it, be heard, and then hear.
In the opening of the dialogue found in the Bhagavad Gita, the two great souls, Krishna and Arjuna, one is wobbling, and the other is firm. The one who is strong responds to the doubt of the other with concern and with love. He speaks with knowledge behind him. He affirms that dharma, duty, is not to be renounced, only up until one is free to be a fully surrendered soul.
Now those who come to visit us at the ashram and come for solace deserve our attention. We may not be able to act as Krishna who helped Arjuna gain all confidence, but while acting as Krishna’s servant, you do the best you can. If you have once been helped by someone, then you have the obligation to help others.
Having the presence of Nick at our reception desk is making such a difference. He greets people, acts as security, answers the phone, and then becomes a rep of Krishna. He provides comfort to the soul who’s going through ‘stuff’. I really appreciate what he’s doing.
May the Source be with you!
6 KM
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