Dhyana (meditation) is the very basis of all sadhana (spiritual practice). Meditation gives you the first inkling of the Divine Bliss. With this Bliss as the ideal, you must carry on meditation and mental repetition of the Divine Name. The step immediately after meditation is samadhi (total absorption in the Self). Meditation is the seventh of the eight-fold path of Yoga. Do not give up this royal road that leads you on to that sacred goal!
- Dhyana Vahini, Chap 4, "Promote the Welfare of all Beings". |