May we evolve and be nourished together;
May we work conjointly with great energy,
May our study be vigorous and effective;
May we not mutually dispute
Om ! Peace! Peace! Peace!
With these verses of Shanti mantra (peace mantra) from Katu Upanishad, a guru and disciple put their intention to grow together spiritually and evolve in harmony and accordance. The “guru” can be understood in a wide sense to embrace any source of true knowledge (knowledge of the self). In this sense, Life is the greatest teacher. (more…)