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There are 28 posts tagged monasticism (this is page 2 of 6).

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A Monks’ Ashram Weekly Routine

“If I lived in a monastery I’d be happy and peaceful praying and meditating all the time.” A monastic routine teaches lessons in self-discipline, contemplation, and obedience.

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in Monasticism, Self-Realization Fellowship | 2,714 Words

Ashram Silence

Every Sunday, in the SRF (Self-Realization Fellowship) Order, the monastics had a strict rule of observing silence.

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in Monasticism | 544 Words

Leaving God and Monastic Order

Monastic life was supposed to be an exalted path to self-realization, spiritual enlightenment, and God.

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in Monasticism | 1,657 Words

How to program disciples to a guru’s worldview

Disguised in political, spiritual, or mystical garb, a psychological contagion breeds self-mistrust, guilt, and makes one susceptible to authoritarian control.

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in Gurus & Disciples, Reviews: Books and Stuff | 1,428 Words

The Ashram: Spiritual-Corporate Caste System

In the ashram1, spiritual advancement was measured by the position of the person within the organization.

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in Guru Ploys, Monasticism | 609 Words

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