As I continue to study Vedanta, I am beginning to understand the traditions of the culture that I was born into.
A teacher plays an important role in one’s life. In Hindu culture, the teacher or the Guru is given utmost and the highest respect. He/she passes on the knowledge that one wouldn’t have otherwise. Having that highest regard and faith towards the Guru enables the student to learn in a focused way.
I have been fortunate to have many teachers in my life. They have greatly inspired and taught me invaluable things in various fields. Lately, I find myself learning a lot from Swami Chinmayananda and other Gurus from Chinmaya Mission. My eternal gratitude to this great master.
I’ve recently learned about Shri Chinmaya Ashtottara Shata Namavali, a hymn of 108 names in praise of Swami Chinmayananda. While reflecting on the meaning of the hymn, I found myself painting a mandala with the 108 glories.
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