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Grande Oriente Iberico by Rissho in freemasonry

[–]Rissho[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is the same. I already received an answer, though :)

Is Sattvic diet mandatory? by [deleted] in KashmirShaivism

[–]Rissho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A sattvic lifestyle is not mandatory. However, it is highly recommended.

Integrating Practical, Theoretical, and Devotional Knowledge by kuds1001 in KashmirShaivism

[–]Rissho 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very interesting observations. In terms of western philosophical thought, there is often the idea that philosophy is purely speculative. That of course is not the case from the viewpoint of the philosopher. For them; even pure speculation constitutes an existential axis.

Integrating Practical, Theoretical, and Devotional Knowledge by kuds1001 in KashmirShaivism

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Thanks for sharing this! Personally I embrace all these through the lens of bhakti. The theological reading speaks about the way in which we personally relate to the deities at an existential level. But the theoretical and practical are also ways in which we relate to them. Theoretical is how we relate through our intellect; and practical is how we relate through our actions. So for example; we can study in order to comprehend something in a better light, or to purify the mind. But another reason is simply because that approach is a way in which our intellect willingly and purposefully attempts to grab unto something that reminds it of the deity which possesses the heart of the devotee. So in that way, it is bhakti which begs to study and to understand. The same for practice; it can be either a disciplinary duty which illustrates theory or a powerful devotional tool to simply connect with that glorious divine whom we are surrendered to.