Introduction:
Sri Sri Radha Govinda Meditations very beautifully captures and portrays the essence of meditation from various reveled scriptures beginning with Radha Govinda's Lotus Feet – pictorial depiction & meaning of the symbols, followed by a wonderful presentation on Srimati Radhika’s and Syamasunder’s divine forms, guided meditation on the Divine Couple from Rupa Citamani & Yogapitha Dhyana.
Softcover
Language: English
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Sample Chapter:
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Radha-Govinda–A Guided Meditation
The following guided meditation on the transcendental forms of Radha-Govinda comes from Srila Visvanatha Cakravarti Thakura’s booklet entitled Rupa-cintamani. One can easily chant japa and fix his mind on the transcendental forms of Radha-Govinda by using this ideal meditation.
“Deep within one’s heart of hearts is the most charmingly beautiful place, Sri Vrndavana-dhama. It is completely surrounded by the sparkling River Yamuna, the daughter of the Kalinda Mountain. The Yamuna encircles three sides of the Yogapitha, and connects with the fourth by a canal. Within that Vrndavana is a charming place where the earth is made of shimmering gold, and it is surrounded by vast expanses of intricately landscaped forest groves and bower houses. In the center of all these grove clusters is a marvelous temple formed of rare and precious living gemstones. Within that temple is the Maha Yogapitha (great meeting place).
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“This Yogapitha is situated at the base of an enormously tall, brilliantly effulgent desire tree. The whole atmosphere of this special meeting place is pervaded with a fresh, pleasing forest fragrance. Eternally present within that Yogapitha is a youthful Divine Couple. Illuminating all horizons, Kishora-Kishori are seated in the whorl of Their extremely brillant jeweled lotus flower throne. Surrounding Them on all sides are Their sakhis, who are situated on the petals of the lotus, each absorbed in her own particular service to the Divine Couple.
“Oh my dear mind, now listen to me! First of all, I want you to meditate upon one partner of this Divine Couple. Of the two of Them, one has a complexion as lustrous as a fresh raincloud. Begin right now and just remember, first and foremost, and for all of eternity, Kåñëa’s attractively sweet, gentle smile.
“This Yogapitha is situated at the base of an enormously tall, brilliantly effulgent desire tree. The whole atmosphere of this special meeting place is pervaded with a fresh, pleasing forest fragrance. Eternally present within that Yogapitha is a youthful Divine Couple. Illuminating all horizons, Kishora-Kishori are seated in the whorl of Their extremely brillant jeweled lotus flower throne. Surrounding Them on all sides are Their sakhis, who are situated on the petals of the lotus, each absorbed in her own particular service to the Divine Couple.
“Oh my dear mind, now listen to me! First of all, I want you to meditate upon one partner of this Divine Couple. Of the two of Them, one has a complexion as lustrous as a fresh raincloud. Begin right now and just remember, first and foremost, and for all of eternity, Kåñëa’s attractively sweet, gentle smile.
“Then contemplate the fascinating crown on His head, decorated with a nice peacock feather and stands of gunja berries.
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Visualize Syama’s wavy locks of glossy black hair. Dwell upon His forehead, beautified with lovely precise tilaka. Imagine Hari’s eyebrows, eyes and nose. Picture Govinda’s twin transparent satin-smooth cheeks in your mind’s eye. Fix your attention on Giridhari’s two ears reflecting the prismatic halo of His swinging jeweled earrings.
“Remember Kåñëa’s gorgeous ruby red lips. Remember His sweet delightful flute. Remember the endless variety of Gopinatha’s meaningful facial expressions. Remember His neck, marked with three lines. Remember Kåñëa’s two soft sloping shoulders. Remember His two arms, encircled with armlets, bracelets and other nice intricate decorations. Remember the petal-like fingers of Madhava’s lotus hands, decorated with exotic rings engraved with His own holy names. Then remember all the auspicious fortune lines marking His palms.
“Remember Kåñëa’s gorgeous ruby red lips. Remember His sweet delightful flute. Remember the endless variety of Gopinatha’s meaningful facial expressions. Remember His neck, marked with three lines. Remember Kåñëa’s two soft sloping shoulders. Remember His two arms, encircled with armlets, bracelets and other nice intricate decorations. Remember the petal-like fingers of Madhava’s lotus hands, decorated with exotic rings engraved with His own holy names. Then remember all the auspicious fortune lines marking His palms.
“Remember Murari’s chest adorned with the Kaustubha gem, forest garlands, pearl necklaces and a locket bearing Radha’s picture.
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