Rupert Spira chats with Nikki Walton about the purpose of being, the essence of prayer, and the difference between 'I am' as a thought and experience. They delve into returning to our essence, overcoming overwhelm, and the perpetual pull towards sadness despite the presence of freedom.
Realizing only God exists from individual perspectives, 'I Am' is a trace of the infinite within finite minds.
Prayer acts as a connection to the essence of being, allowing navigation between individuality and oneness.
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Understanding the Purpose of Individual Existence
The podcast delves into the purpose of individual existence, highlighting that from individual perspectives, the purpose is to realize that ultimately only God exists. The idea is that individuals are illusory appearances of the infinite self-aware being, with each person embodying the knowledge 'I am,' considered a trace of the infinite within finite minds.
The Concept of 'I Am' as a Doorway to Transcendence
The discussion explores the concept of 'I Am' as a doorway to transcendence, emphasizing that while the 'I Am' may seem to be a limited knowledge in finite minds, it serves as a threshold through which individuals pass. By recognizing the limitations of 'I Am' and allowing oneself to transcend through it, individuals can move beyond their finite existence to reveal the infinite aspect of being.
Navigating Between Individuality and Oneness through Prayer
The podcast addresses the idea of navigating between individuality and oneness through prayer, acknowledging various forms of genuine prayer. Whether silently abiding in the formless being or surrendering to God through adoration, prayer serves as a means to connect with the essence of being. The discussion highlights the significance of embodying the roles of servant and devotee in the journey towards recognizing and aligning with God's infinite being.
In the first episode of the newly titled ‘Dialogues on Truth’ podcast, Rupert speaks with Nikki Walton from ‘GoOD Mornings with CurlyNikki’. They discuss the purpose of being, the nature of prayer, and the difference between the thought ‘I am’ and the experience it refers to.
They also explore how we can get back to our essence when we are overwhelmed by experience, and why we often return to sorrow and conflict despite knowing that freedom is available to us at all times. Rupert then concludes with a guided meditation.
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