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Esoteric facets of the real world (Drishya Jagata Ki Adrishya Paheliyan): Vangamaya Vol-55

The genesis and expansion of the universe is limitless like the manifestation of its eternal creator. The world we live in is a marvelous expression of Nature in its visible (perceptible) as well as subtle forms. Our world has two components – one which is materialistic or perceivable and the other which is invisible, beyond the normal limits of perception through our sense organs. The electromagnetic waves, radio waves and other energy waves, though being integral part of our life in terms of the splendid applications of sound, heat, light and electricity etc, cannot be perceived directly…. The activities of our physical body at the molecular, cellular and organ levels too are governed by the invisible, intangible, subtle, vital force of chetana (– eternal power of cosmic consciousness) existing in our ‘living’ self.
The three dimensional expansion of the space is endowed with matter, energy and absolute emptiness. Broadly speaking, its constituents are classified as thala – solid material forms existing on the earth and other planets; jala – water, liquids and vaporized forms; and nabha or akasha – the limitless ensemble of gases, energy waves and the etheric space around the world. What happens deep beneath the earth’s surface or within the depths of an ocean – cannot be measured or sensed accurately and completely despite the availability of ultra-sensitive instruments and sophisticated technology. More difficult it becomes in the case of akasha. The realization of the vital energy, thought waves and other subtle reflections of chetana existing in this “unlimited hole” is impossible to be achieved only by means of material based science and technology. Human intellect and inner self too cannot even get a ‘glimpse’ of this subtle world in general….
The existence and importance of the subtle world and the mysteries of Nature is emphasized in this volume. In view of the author, Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya, if the jada (perceivable, materialist) component of Nature is like a living body then the chetana or subtle component is like the source of life in this body. Both are essential for the existence of the world. However, the chetana, being the cause, the source of universal force and creation and expansion of the jada, is of perennial significance. The chetana world plays a predominant role in human life as it inspires the gamut of expressions of mind including the inner cores of thoughts and sentiments.
Little do we realize the impact of the subtle environment of chetana upon our psychology. The power of chetana governs our mental activities and hence orients our deeds and the conditioning of the circumstances of our life too. The tendencies of our mind, our thoughts and emotional impulses also affect the subtle atmosphere of chetana around us…. The latter kind of impact becomes significant if mutually compatible or synergistic effects are generated by the collective consciousness of larger number of people…. The vicious cycle created by maligning of the subtle world because of the collective malice of people’s thoughts and pernicious passions has given rise to an alarming crisis of faith today. This has resulted in unprecedented decline in moral values and has virtually driven humanity near the edge of extinction…..
Man’s faith in the truth of visible world has been substantially strengthened with the support of advanced science and technology today. But, the loss of ancient literature on spirituality and the lack of practical guidance on adopting the spiritual disciplines have minimized the faith of majority in the existence and influence of the subtle world of chetana. Studies in Human Psychology too have got narrowed down because of being treated as part of the behavioral science alone. Sentiments of people seem to have got confined only to selfish attachments and self-esteem…. The single tracked evolution of intellect has almost annulled the existence of the subtle world, which is beyond the reach of scientific laboratories…. This, rather prejudiced attitude has led to incomplete development and untoward consequences in terms of – loss of mutual faith, serene love, healthy co-operation and openness in people’s relationships with each other.
Progress, without due consideration of the softer and subtle domains of our thoughts and sentiments, has proved to be counter productive for the modern civilization in more than one respect. The immoral thoughts, mental eroticism, self centered attitude and near total absence of spirituality in most people has shaken the order of the subtle world these days. The subsequent pollution of the chetana environment is more dangerous than the pollution of the physical world. Because, the latter may penetrate even the deeper cores of one’s inner self and hence toxically adulterate the internal as well as external domains of his life. The multitudes of sorrows, tensions, risks, mistrust, deception, uncertainties and complications seen in people’s life these days, despite desired progress and brilliant success on the materialistic front…, affirm this fact – leaving no room for doubt or blind faith about the importance of the subtle world.
Balanced, eco-friendly progress of the materialistic or ‘visible’ world would have created heavenly environment of life on the earth if equal attention was paid to its subtle counterpart. How could that be achieved in the present circumstances with the help of the science of spirituality and faith – is eloquently explained in this volume. The author’s reasoned arguments and thorough discussions are as rational and authentic as those would be in any scientifically justified discipline of knowledge. He cites several examples of Nature’s mysteries and wonders, present in the visible world, which make us feel the eternal presence of an omniscient power in every expression of existence. He motivates us to understand the perfect order of the absolute creator which is omnipresent and eternal.
The author describes how every single creation, every form of existence in the visible and in the subtle world is there for some purpose…. Tiniest of the creatures, plants or any other form of life, is endowed with suitable potentials, efficiency and specific features, which reflect the grace of thee. Every activity of matter, every material entity from subatomic and subtler particles to the huge planets, gigantic oceans and galaxies, etc. existing in the cosmic expansion is perfectly co-operating with the other under the universal laws of Nature. Other living beings too follow the disciplines of thee expressed in the laws of nature. Why shouldn’t then a human being, the exceptionally blessed child of thou, obey these disciplines in a natural way? Every man and woman should realize his or her extra responsibilities as the “crown prince” of thee. We, as Acharya Sharma reminds, should know that God has created us so that we can contribute towards the betterment of the world and happy and healthy survival of all living beings.
While mentioning the omnipresent thy-reflections in “anoraniyan” – subtlest of the subtle…. and “mahato mahiyan” – gigantic expansion of the limitless…., Acahrya Sharma emphasizes the need of unity, equality and universal love. He explains that every living being, every activity of nature is connected to the others by a common linkage. Though subtly, each one depends upon the other. In this context, he also describes the possibilities of understanding the ‘voice’ and expressions of the animals and birds. Because of greater evolution of their consciousness, humans have stronger linkage with the chetana world. They may arouse their collective consciousness and enlighten the visible world by the nitid glow of divinity. This volume would elude our blind faith, prejudiced thinking and at the same time, educe the acumen, prudence, intrinsic faith and courage which is necessary to endeavor achieving the above objective by spiritual refinement of the subtle world of our life.