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The Publications have a purely practical nature, to illuminate the phenomenon of existence. We try to look at our subjects from various, different, perspectives, precisely to illuminate as best we can the object of our contemplation. Some repetitions are done not out of blindness but for purely educational purposes.
We believe that we deal with all traditions, religions, theories and views, objectively. The reference to the various traditions is made to show that ultimately the Truth is one, regardless of its various historical expressions.
Our purpose is not only to give something from our understanding, but also to share the knowledge with everyone. If you have any question, suggestion, or opinion, about the topics published, we will be happy to share them with us.
Welcome to the Land of Truth (whose deepest and truest expression is the Silence that Rises in Understanding).
Thank you for being here!
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Sunday, 3 December, 2023
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Our Prayer
The Path Within
O
Cosmos, we stand at the precipice of the Absolute,
gazing into the void of the Unknown. We search for a way to transcend
the
bounds of thought and ego, to experience the essence of our deepest
being.
The
Buddha, the Masters of the East Upanishads, Orpheus,
Jesus – all these wise beings have pointed us towards the Path. But it
is not a
path that is external, not a journey that can be traversed by the feet.
It is a
path that lies within, a journey that must be undertaken by the heart
and the
mind.
We
must let go of the external orientations that
nurture and educate us, that direct us towards other goals. We must
look
inward, to the stillness and silence that resides within. We must
listen to the
whispers of our soul, to the voice that speaks of the Absolute.
Krishnamurti
and other modern Sages have shown us that
it is possible to experience the Absolute, to transcend the limitations
of
thought and ego. They have shown us that it is not a mystery, not a
miracle,
but a possibility that lies within our human nature.
So
let us embark on this journey, this Path that few
follow. Let us let go of the burdens that weigh us down, the
attachments that
bind us. Let us embrace the unknown, the uncertainty, the chaos that
lies
within.
For
in the depths of the Absolute, we will find the
stillness and peace that we seek. We will find the answers to the
questions
that have plagued us for centuries. We will find the Truth that lies
within.
Let
us be brave, let us be bold, let us be fearless.
Let us take the step into the void, into the unknown. For it is there
that we
will find the Absolute, the essence of our being. It is there that we
will find
our true nature, our true self.
May
we be guided on this journey by the wise words of
the Sages, by the light of the Absolute that shines within us. May we
find the
strength and courage to let go of the old, to embrace the new. May we
find the
peace and stillness that we seek, the Truth that lies within.
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Glimpses of the Absolute
Within
each of us lies the potential to transcend the
limitations of ordinary mind and experience a deeper reality - what
some
traditions call the Absolute, the Ground of Being, or God. While this
state of
unity or peak experience has often been considered the domain solely of
mystics
and saints, the truth is that the capacity dwells dormant in every
human soul.
It is our essential nature, awaiting discovery through disciplined
inner work.
All
genuine spiritual paths point to the same
destination, though using different languages and methods. At their
core, they
offer a process of liberation from identification with separate ego and
gradual
awakening to our intrinsic divine essence. This involves cultivating
noble
virtues, practicing presence of mind through meditation, and
cultivating wisdom
through inquiry into the nature of reality and self.
Over
time, such disciplines help peel away layers of
superficial conditioning to reveal our true blissful and peaceful self
- one
with the fundamental pure consciousness that underlies all forms. In
that state
of inward stillness and clarity, the usual boundaries between subject
and
object fall away. One perceives directly that all is contained within
the one
infinite life and knows directly one's identity with the eternal.
Though
ineffable, this realization brings transcendent peace, love, creativity
and
compassion.
While
glimpses of the Absolute may come through grace
to anyone at any time, consistent experience depends on committed
effort. The
seeker must firmly resolve to strip away all that obscures their true
nature
like the proverbial onion, layer by layer. With patient practice of
presence
and purification, the trappings of small self dissolve, and one may
abide as
peaceful, blissful awareness itself - fully awake in every moment to
life's
deepest meaning. Then daily living becomes worship, and ordinary
reality is
transfigured by love, joy, wisdom and service. This is the fruit of
following
the perennial path with heart and will - a taste of our shared
spiritual
potential.
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Quotes
Constantinos’s quotes
"A "Soul" that out of ignorance keeps making mistakes is like a wounded bird with helpless wings that cannot fly high in the sky."— Constantinos Prokopiou
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CHAPTER
III
QUIETING
PEOPLE
Neglecting
to praise the
worthy deters people from emulating them; just as not prizing rare
treasures
deters a man from becoming a thief; or ignoring the things which awaken
desire
keeps the heart at rest.
Therefore,
the wise ruler
does not suggest unnecessary things, but seeks to satisfy the minds of
his
people. He seeks to allay appetites but strengthen bones. He ever tries
by
keeping people in ignorance to keep them satisfied and those who have
knowledge
he restrains from evil. If he, himself, practices restraint then
everything is
in quietness.
...
Quieting
People
Neglecting
to praise the
worthy:
Neglecting
to acknowledge
and praise individuals who deserve recognition can discourage others
from
emulating their positive qualities.
Just
as not appreciating
rare treasures deters a person from engaging in theft, the absence of
recognition can hinder the development of desirable traits in others.
By
recognizing and
praising the worthy, we can inspire others to strive for excellence.
Ignoring
the things that
awaken desire:
When
we disregard or
ignore the things that evoke desire, we can maintain a sense of
contentment and
inner peace.
By
not constantly seeking
external stimuli, we can cultivate a state of tranquility within
ourselves.
This
approach allows us
to find satisfaction in what we already have, rather than constantly
chasing
after new desires.
The
wise ruler's
approach:
A
wise ruler understands
the importance of satisfying the minds of the people they govern.
They
do not unnecessarily
burden their subjects with irrelevant information or demands.
Instead,
they focus on
allaying appetites and reinforcing the overall well-being of their
people.
The
wise ruler restrains
those with knowledge from engaging in harmful actions and promotes a
culture of
restraint and tranquility.
The
benefits of
quietness:
When
individuals practice
restraint and embrace a state of quietness, harmony and peace prevail.
By
prioritizing calmness
and self-control, both on an individual and societal level, conflicts
can be
minimized.
The
pursuit of quietness
allows for personal growth, contentment, and a more harmonious
coexistence.
Embracing
quietness
Quieting
people involves
recognizing the worthy, ignoring unnecessary desires, and fostering a
state of
tranquility. The wise ruler seeks to satisfy the minds of their people
by
allaying appetites and promoting restraint. By embracing quietness,
individuals
can experience personal growth and contribute to a more peaceful
society.
Remember to appreciate the positive qualities in others, find
contentment in
the present, and practice self-restraint for a harmonious existence.
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τόπου,
συμπεριλαμβανομένων, ενδεικτικά αλλά όχι περιοριστικά, των κειμένων,
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αναδημοσίευση, αντιγραφή, αποθήκευση, πώληση, μετάδοση, διανομή,
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εκτέλεση, «λήψη» (download), μετάφραση, τροποποίηση με οποιονδήποτε
τρόπο,
τμηματικά η περιληπτικά χωρίς τη ρητή προηγούμενη έγγραφη συναίνεση του
Ιδρύματος. Γίνεται γνωστό ότι σε περίπτωση κατά την οποία το Ίδρυμα
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ο αιτών υποχρεούται για την ρητή παραπομπή μέσω συνδέσμων (hyperlinks)
στο
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συναίνεση του
Ιδρύματος.
Κατ’ εξαίρεση, επιτρέπεται η μεμονωμένη αποθήκευση
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αντιγραφή τμημάτων του περιεχομένου σε απλό προσωπικό υπολογιστή για
αυστηρά
προσωπική χρήση (ιδιωτική μελέτη ή έρευνα, εκπαιδευτικούς σκοπούς),
χωρίς
πρόθεση εμπορικής ή άλλης εκμετάλλευσης και πάντα υπό την προϋπόθεση
της
αναγραφής της πηγής προέλευσής του, χωρίς αυτό να σημαίνει καθ’
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πνευματικής
ιδιοκτησίας τρίτων ανάγεται στη δική τους σφαίρα ευθύνης και ουδόλως
έχει να
κάνει με τον Δικτυακό τόπο του Ιδρύματος.
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