Serve others selflessly to progress on the spiritual path from "summary" of Yatharth Geeta English by Swami Adgadanand
The path of spirituality is not a solitary journey. It is a path that requires us to serve others selflessly. By serving others, we are able to progress on our spiritual path. This concept may seem contradictory at first glance. How can serving others help us progress spiritually? However, when we delve deeper into this idea, we realize that serving others selflessly is an essential aspect of spiritual growth. When we serve others selflessly, we are able to transcend our own ego and desires. We are able to put the needs of others before our own, and in doing so, we are able to cultivate a sense of compassion and empathy. This sense of compassion and empathy is crucial for spiritual growth, as it allows us to connect with others on a deeper level. Furthermore, serving others selflessly allows us to practice the principle of karma yoga. Karma yoga is the path of selfless action, where we perform our duties without attachment to the results. By serving others selflessly, we are able to practice karma yoga and free ourselves from the bondage of our actions. Moreover, serving others selflessly helps us cultivate virtues such as humility, kindness, and generosity. These virtues are essential for spiritual growth, as they allow us to purify our hearts and minds. When we serve others selflessly, we are able to let go of our own selfish desires and open ourselves up to the divine.- Serving others selflessly is a fundamental aspect of the spiritual path. By serving others, we are able to transcend our ego, practice karma yoga, cultivate virtues, and connect with the divine. It is through selfless service that we are able to progress on our spiritual journey and ultimately attain spiritual realization.
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