Wisdom of the Sages 1633: Love Hurts & That’s the Point: Bhakti, Vulnerability & Risk on the Spiritual Path
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Jun 24, 2025 Exploring love and vulnerability reveals that true fulfillment requires emotional exposure. The discussion reflects on C.S. Lewis’s insights into the complexities of love, emphasizing that pain can transform into divine experiences through bhakti. An engaging mix of anecdotes and spiritual insights sheds light on forging deep connections despite risks. Mentorship opportunities within the community enhance personal growth, while humorous reflections show how embracing vulnerability can lead to profound transformations on the spiritual path.
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Love Requires Vulnerability
- C.S. Lewis highlights that love inherently involves vulnerability, risking heartache for depth of feeling.
- Avoiding love to protect oneself emotionally leads to a hardened, dead heart with no growth or vitality.
Bhakti Embraces Sacred Vulnerability
- Bhakti Vedanta views vulnerability not as weakness but essential to divine love and spiritual growth.
- The supreme being Krishna voluntarily takes vulnerability for love, exemplifying the strength in surrender and attachment.
Raghunath’s Personal Love Challenge
- Raghunath shares his personal experience watching his father’s suffering and how it challenged his understanding of love and vulnerability.
- Despite pain, he realized true investment in love brings intrinsic value beyond expected returns.
