Unveiling the Essence: Truth and Wisdom
Day 36: Unveiling the Essence: Truth and Wisdom The Purpose of Parables: Vasistha explains that parables serve a singular purpose—to guide the listener towards truth. Even if the parables themselves are fictional, any reasonable method leading to the realization of truth is justified. However, only the applicable part of the parable should be grasped, and the rest ignored. The Role of Study and Understanding: Study and understanding of scriptures, supported by illustrations and a qualified teacher, are essential until one realizes the truth. It is emphasized that this study should persist until complete enlightenment is attained. Incomplete knowledge can lead to confusion and the false assumption of imaginary factors. Direct Experience as the Basis Drawing an analogy with the ocean as the substratum of waves, Vasistha asserts that direct experience alone forms the basis for all proofs—the direct experience of truth as it is. The experiencing intelligence serves as this substratum,...