Bhakti-Dhyana: Meditation in Devotional-Consciousness

The highest, most direct and most authentic form of meditation available in any legitimate system of sadhana (systematic spiritual practice) is bhakti-dhyana, or meditation in devotional-consciousness. In this special livestream event, Sri Dharma Pravartaka Acharya will be commenting upon several verses from the esoteric scripture known as the Parama-Samhita Pancharatra, in which the process of meditation with devotion is systematically revealed.


“Of all forms of worship, that which is rendered by the mind is the highest. If the mind is not purified by devotion, the act of worship brings no result.” (Parama-Samhita Pancharatra, 4.70-71A)

“Meditation with love is what is understood to be bhakti. Worship offered without loving devotion is as good as not having offered at all. Loving devotion is regarded as consisting of eight integral parts. This is especially true regarding devotion to Lord Vishnu, by attaining to which (Vishnubhakti), one gains the supreme siddhi (perfection) quickly. The eight integral parts of devotion are: (1) The daily worship of God. (2) The preservation of the rules of the sangha (community). (3) Love toward the devotees of Lord Vishnu (4) Great enthusiasm for the worship of Lord Vishnu. (5) Determination in the performance of worship. (6) Eagerness to hear divine stories relating to Lord Vishnu. (7) Absence of the desire to harm others. Finally, (8) not making a materialistic business out of the worship of Lord Vishnu. These make up the eight features of bhakti as seen in man.” (Parama-Samhita Pancharatra, 4.71B-75)


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