Sree Sree Thakur was reclining on a cot in a straw hut near the bathing ghat by the embankment, resting against a cushion. Chaturbhujda (Upadhyay) entered and bowed to him in reverence.
With a voice tender and filled with affection, Sree Sree Thakur said, “Chaturbhuj, it’s time to get started with full vigor.” After a pause, he added, “I’ve heard you have a brother in Shillong who knows Bengali. If possible, bring him here. Also, try to gather a few milkmen and some skilled workers familiar with smithy work. If you can find a few such people, we could really drive the workshop forward with full force. Workers who know lathe operations, casting, welding, or electroplating would be particularly valuable. With the right people, the workshop can generate enough funds to sustain itself.
“If you can bring in someone from the military, that would be even better—they can provide military training. It will be like a religious fort, and in times of need, you’ll be able to offer shelter and protection to so many.”
Later in the afternoon, the conversation veered toward palmistry, astrology, and spiritualism, engaging everyone present in a thoughtful discussion.
Sree Sree Thakur, in his profound explanation, remarked, “Due to our urge or intense desires, tension is created in our brain, and from that tension, the lines on our hands become visible, as do the lines on our forehead. We ourselves create our future. While we may not always understand what we are shaping, a glance at our hands reveals it. The reason someone’s entire life can be predicted based on their birth chart is that the planetary positions at the time of birth reflect the tendencies that govern a person. By understanding those tendencies, it becomes possible to foresee how those influences may shape their life.
“For instance, if the circumference of a wheel is known, we can calculate how far it will travel after a certain number of rotations. However, when it comes to those who are masters of their tendencies, it is difficult to predict their future. How they react in a given situation depends entirely on their own will. For instance, Bhrigu wrote about me, saying that it’s impossible to predict what might happen. Similarly, when a person is guided by their Ishta (chosen ideal or deity), the same principle applies. With deep devotion to one’s Ishta, one can even evade the effects of karma.
“Take Jatinda (Jatindranath Acharya-Chowdhury), for instance. If he had listened to me and avoided going that day, he wouldn’t have met such a tragic end.”
At present, Sree Sree Thakur is deeply concerned about a boy in the Tapovan boarding school who is gravely ill. His worry is evident as he repeatedly inquires about the boy’s condition.
In the afternoon, Sree Sree Thakur remarked that children born from unions against natural harmony (pratilomaj santan) can never turn out well. Such offspring inevitably harbor traits of treachery. When a woman of higher varna marries a man of lower varna, there can rarely be genuine respect for the husband in such a marriage, leading to numerous conflicts. In extreme cases, it is heard that a mother, in irritation toward her husband, might go so far as to insult her own child, calling them “son of a b***ch.”
He then elaborated on the difference between acquisition and instinct. Sir Isaac Newton, for instance, was a mathematician by instinct. There might have been others who were more knowledgeable in mathematics than Newton, but in them, mathematics didn’t take the place of instinct. True instinct is as natural as the beating of the heart, the hearing of the ears, the breathing of the nose, or the walking of the feet.
A descendant of a noble lineage may degenerate into a brute due to a lack of cultivation, but their instincts—ingrained within their lineage—often remain intact. However, if there is a disruption in those instincts, it usually indicates that unions against natural harmony (pratilomaj marriages) or violations of matrimonial norms have tainted the lineage. Corruption can sometimes result in pratilomaj children even in so-called respectable families. It is not impossible, for instance, for a child born of a Brahmin mother and a Shudra father to be passed off in society as a Brahmin child.
Sree Sree Thakur then turned to human perception, saying, “People often hear one thing and interpret it as something entirely different. This discrepancy is caused by their complexes. These patterns reveal a person’s character. A person, through their behavior and reactions, unconsciously reveals their true nature. When someone else observes and concludes something about them, it is not due to being omniscient (antaryami), but rather because everything can be understood through the principles of cause and effect. Even when someone mishears or misunderstands, it is possible to discern why they heard exactly what they did and not something else.”
Sree Sree Thakur’s words were not mere philosophical musings; they were a call to action—an invitation to awaken the latent strength within and shape a future rooted in harmony, wisdom, and purpose. Whether in building self-sustaining communities, understanding the intricate weave of fate, or mastering one’s instincts, his guidance remains as relevant today as it was then.
The essence of his teachings compels us to reflect: Are we truly cultivating our potential? Are we aligning our actions with our inner ideals?
At Master Within, we are committed to bringing these timeless insights to light, helping individuals discover the deeper dimensions of life through Sree Sree Thakur’s wisdom. If his words resonate with you, we invite you to delve deeper, engage with our content, and join our growing community.
🔹 Explore More: Browse our library of teachings and reflections.🔹 Stay Connected: Follow us on our social media channels for regular insights.🔹 Be a Part of the Mission: Join us in spreading this wisdom and transforming lives.
Let’s embark on this journey together—toward self-realization, inner mastery, and a world built on truth and harmony. Are you ready?
Comments