Rupert Spira and Keith Kristich discuss various spiritual traditions, the nature of prayer, and the practical implications of experiencing God's being. They explore non-duality, the essence of existence, and the concept of quiet joy. The conversation touches on the screen analogy, quiet joy, and the journey of transformation and love.
Hatred stems from seeing others as separate beings, while love arises from recognizing our shared being.
Recognizing our infinite being naturally diminishes the illusion of a separate self, allowing false beliefs to fade away.
Deep dives
Recognizing our Shared Being and Overcoming Separation
Recognizing that the foundation of our being is shared, Rupert Spira explains that any hatred towards others stems from a lack of realization that their being is interconnected with ours. This shared being reflects love, while hatred arises when individuals see themselves as separate entities.
Understanding the Process of Incarnation, Crucifixion, and Resurrection
Exploring the symbolism of incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection, Rupert interprets these as stages of spiritual transformation. Incarnation represents the belief in limited God's being, crucifixion signifies the death of separateness, and resurrection denotes the resurgence of God's infinite being within us. The subsequent transfiguration brings the revelation of seeking the eternal presence.
Embracing Infinite Being and Shedding Illusions of Separation
Rupert emphasizes that by embracing our infinite being, the illusion of a separate self gradually diminishes. Rather than eliminating the individual identity, recognizing our true nature allows the false beliefs and feelings of separateness to naturally fade away. Rather than killing the self, the true realization of being precedes the dissolution of the fabricated sense of an individual self.
Reflecting on the Immutable Nature of God's Being and the Illusion of Evil
Rupert clarifies that God's infinite being remains unaffected by notions of evil or pain. These concepts only manifest within the illusory realm of individual entities, not within the eternal realm of God's being. The realization of our shared infinite being dispels the illusions of hatred and reveals the inherent love that unites all beings.
In this episode, Rupert talks with Keith Kristich from closerthanbreath.com. After a brief meditation, they discuss the various traditions and teachers Rupert draws upon for his teachings.
They also explore the nature of prayer, contemplating how all we ever experience is God’s being, along with the practical implications of that understanding. The conversation delves into Rupert’s book ‘The Heart of Prayer’ and concludes with a question-and-answer session.
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