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LAGHU YOGA VASISTHA
one is above the universe and identifies himself
with the Spirit itself.
Upasanthi or Upasama Prakarana
This is the section which deals with the quiescence
of the mind after its sport in the universe. This
Prakarana rejoices in nine stories wherein it is
stated that the quiescence of mind can be obtained
only after many births. To develop this state, many
means are given out, such as the Lord s grace
through Bhakti or devotion, the direct knowledge
of Maya, Yoga, Atma-Vichara or Atmic enquiry,
and Chitta-Nirodha or the control of mind,
Prnayama, etc. King Janaka sees all as Chidanada
and reaches a higher state. Punnya and Pavana
reach the goal after the lapse of many births. Bali of
the Trivikrama Avatar did his actions in a
Nishkama manner without reference to their fruits.
Prahlada was ever worshipping the lotus feet of
Isvara. Gadhi, the father of Viswamitra had a direct
perception of Maya and thence of God, since the
Absolute cannot be seen without overcoming
Maya. Atma-Vichara or Atmic enquiry was the
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