Science For Self Realization

This document, "Science For Self Realization" by Dada Bhagwan, outlines a path to spiritual enlightenment through a process known as Akram Vignan. Here's a comprehensive summary of its key concepts:

The Core Message: Self-Realization and Living in Harmony

The book's central theme is the attainment of Self-realization, understanding one's true Self (the Soul or "Yo"), and experiencing eternal happiness and freedom from suffering. This is achieved through Dada Bhagwan's unique scientific approach called Akram Vignan, which translates to "the science of the short, elevator path." This path is contrasted with the traditional "Kramic" path, which is described as a gradual, step-by-step journey.

Who is Dada Bhagwan?

Dada Bhagwan is presented not as a physical body, but as the fully manifest internal Lord, the Higher Self that resides within every being. Ambalal Muljibhai Patel, a worldly businessman, experienced spontaneous Self-realization in 1958, after which he became the vehicle for this internal Divine Self, whom he named Dada Bhagwan. He emphasized that Dada Bhagwan is within everyone, but in him, it is fully manifest.

The Akram Vignan Path: A Scientific Approach to Self-Realization

• Akram vs. Kram: Akram Vignan is a direct, step-less path, like an elevator, that leads to Self-realization in a short period. The traditional Kramic path is gradual and involves many stages.
• Gnan Vidhi: This is the core scientific process of Akram Vignan, which takes about two hours. During this process, the Gnani Purush (the Self-realized being) imparts spiritual grace (siddhis) and separates the Self (the Soul) from the non-Self (mind, body, speech, ego). This leads to an experiential understanding of "Who am I?"
• The Five Agnas (Directives): After the Gnan Vidhi, the seeker is given five fundamental principles or directives to follow. These Agnas are crucial for protecting the newly attained Self-realization and continuing spiritual progress. They are presented as a protective fence for the "seed of knowledge."
• The Goal: Experiencing the Pure Soul (Shuddhatma): The ultimate aim is to experience and live as the Pure Soul, unaffected by worldly troubles. This involves separating the "I" (the Soul) from the "mine" (possessions, body, relationships, etc.).

Key Concepts and Principles:

• The "I" vs. The "Mine": A fundamental teaching is to distinguish between the true Self ("I" or "Yo") and the illusory ego and its attachments ("mine" or "mío"). The book provides practical exercises to understand this separation.
• The Law of Karma: Actions create karma, and the intention behind the action is what generates karma. Understanding who the actual doer is (which is not the ego) prevents the creation of new karma.
• Two Stages of Liberation (Moksha):
  1. First Stage: Experiencing freedom from internal turbulences, worries, and miseries while living in the world. This is liberation "here and now."
  2. Second Stage: Freedom from the cycle of birth and death, achieved when all karmas are extinguished.
• The Gnani Purush: The Self-realized being who has completely realized the Self and can impart this knowledge to others. They are described as the scientists of the inner world, possessing divine vision and the ability to resolve all spiritual questions.
• Satsang: The company of those who promote Self-realization. Direct satsang with a living Gnani Purush is considered invaluable for nurturing the seed of knowledge and understanding its deeper aspects.
• Pratikraman: A scientific process of confessing one's faults, seeking forgiveness, and resolving not to repeat them. It is a means to clear past karma and prevent new karma.
• Adaptation: A practical principle for living in harmony, involving accepting all situations and people without conflict.
• Avoiding Conflict: Conflicts are seen as detrimental to spiritual progress and energy. The book advises avoiding them by adapting and finding solutions.
• "Whatever Has Happened is Justice": This principle emphasizes accepting all circumstances as the just outcome of past karmas, thus freeing oneself from questioning and suffering.
• "The Fault is of the Sufferer": This core tenet of the book states that suffering arises from one's own past mistakes. The apparent perpetrator is merely an instrument (nimit) for the unfolding of one's karma.

Practical Application:

The book encourages practical application of these principles in daily life. It emphasizes that the knowledge of the Self is not merely intellectual but experiential and can be attained by meeting a living Gnani Purush.

The Role of Books and Satsang:

While books like "Science For Self Realization" and the Aptavani series are valuable resources for understanding Dada Bhagwan's teachings, direct interaction and continued presence in satsang with an Atmagnani (a fully realized soul who continues Dada Bhagwan's work) are highlighted as crucial for maintaining and deepening the spiritual realization.

In summary, "Science For Self Realization" by Dada Bhagwan offers a revolutionary path to spiritual liberation through Akram Vignan and the Gnan Vidhi. It provides a scientific framework for understanding the Self, overcoming suffering, and living in harmony with oneself and the world, all by living as the Pure Soul.