Transcendence

 Transcendence 

Going beyond ordinary limits

 Existence or experience beyond the normal physical or mental level.

 The word is often used for the possibility of spiritual transcendence.

In our reading of Upanishad, we often come across the word transcendence. Most of us take it to mean as the meaning written above. ‘Going beyond.’ In yesterday’s discussion I think Meera and Uma  asked ‘what is Transcendental Meditation, or what the word itself means. The discussion evoked my thoughts and almost compelled me to write this short note to improve our understanding.

 As a word it is a Trademark for Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s meditation technique. Without going into its mystical attraction we elaborated on its meaning to get a understanding.

Later on as I pondered more on it I realized that to understand its deeper meaning however mystical it may be, we have to recognize it’s sense of infiniteness that the word contains. At the same time practicing its unlimited sense of ‘going beyond’ starts at the base level of each individual. Each and every time we have broken a barrier or limitation within our selves, we have transcended it and have opened our selves to a new challenge. Upanishad and other scriptures often talk about realizing infinite depths of physical, mental and spiritual levels within ourselves. Our growth depends on accepting the infinite possibilities of these levels and at the same time overcoming our barriers to achieve those possibilities. It is a continuous effort performed in stages and there may come a time when we may need the expert guidance of a Guru, but the first step is always ours to take. After all the satisfaction or joy of life lies in to bringing out what is best within us.

Savita

1. 8. 2022