Aptavani 06

Aptavani-06 is a book by Dada Bhagwan, published by Mahavideh Foundation, that aims to provide solutions to all worldly questions and extract the essence of all religions for people of all faiths. The book is part of the Akram Vignan series, which offers a direct and step-less path to Self-realization.

The core teachings revolve around the concept of Akram Vignan, a spiritual science that facilitates Self-realization within a short period. Dada Bhagwan, through his unique spiritual process called the Gnan Vidhi, imparted this knowledge, enabling thousands to experience the Self and live a life free from internal conflicts.

Key themes and concepts explored in Aptavani-06 include:

• The Nature of the Self vs. the Relative Self: The book meticulously distinguishes between the eternal, pure Soul (Self) and the temporary, relative self (prakruti or "Chandulal," the relative ego). The goal is to identify with the Self and detach from the relative.
• The Role of Ego: Ego is identified as the root cause of suffering and the binding of new karma. The teachings emphasize the dissolution of the ego through self-awareness and the understanding that "I am not the doer."
• Vyavasthit Shakti (Scientific Circumstantial Evidences): This concept explains that all events in life are governed by a natural, scientific law of cause and effect, and one is not the doer of these events. Understanding this helps in accepting situations with equanimity.
• Pratikraman: This is presented as a crucial tool for self-purification. It involves recalling, repenting for, and seeking forgiveness for mistakes committed through thoughts, speech, or actions.
• Buddhi's Ashaya (Receptacle of the Intellect): This refers to the pre-determined inclinations and desires from past lives that shape one's present experiences. Understanding one's ashaya is key to navigating life.
• The Gnani Purush: The book highlights the role of a Gnani Purush (an Enlightened One) as the only source for attaining Self-knowledge and experiencing the bliss of the Self. The Gnani's grace and guidance are essential for removing inner blockades (atkan) and progressing on the path of liberation.
• Karma and its Effects: The book explains the science of karma, emphasizing that while karma itself is unavoidable as long as the body exists, the binding of new karma is prevented by not harboring attachment-abhorrence (raag-dwesh) towards unfolding karmic effects.
• Naturalness (Sahaj Prakruti): True naturalness is explained as a state of non-interference with one's own nature (prakruti) and the nature of others, guided by the Self.
• Awareness (Upayog): The importance of maintaining focused awareness of the Self in all activities is stressed. This awareness helps in distinguishing the Self from the non-Self and prevents the binding of new karma.
• Conflict Resolution: The teachings advocate for a life without conflict, emphasizing the need for understanding, equanimity, and pratikraman to resolve differences and avoid further karmic entanglements.
• The Secret of Bliss: True bliss (anand) arises from the Self, which is eternal and unaffected by external circumstances. This bliss is experienced through constant awareness of the Self and freedom from attachment and abhorrence.

Aptavani-06, through Dada Bhagwan's direct and profound discourse, aims to awaken the reader to their true Self and guide them towards a life of peace, harmony, and ultimate liberation, here and now. The book emphasizes that Self-realization is not a theoretical concept but an experiential reality that can be attained by meeting a living Gnani Purush.