Exploring The True Self Through Kabir's Poetic Wisdom

Por Nivritti Yoga

O que você irá aprender

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and inner transformation with Kabir, a 15th-century poet and mystic from India. His teachings, known for their simplicity and directness, use everyday imagery and language to convey profound truths. In this series of courses, we will delve into the depth and beauty of Kabir's poetry and uncover the wisdom hidden within it through contemplative practices. This is the first course in this series. In each session, we will explore a short poem called "Doha" or a couplet by Kabir. These couplets are complete in themselves and are among the most famous of Kabir's poetry. Each Doha reflects Kabir's way of expressing profound thoughts in simple words and contains profound wisdom. This course consists of 5 sessions, and you can choose to complete them all in one go or take your time to work through them. By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of Kabir's life, philosophy, and teachings, and be equipped with the tools to live a more conscious and fulfilling life. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and experience the joy within.

Nivritti Yoga

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

Nivritti Yoga helps individuals find inner peace and fulfilment through meditation and contemplation. Its practices and insights aim to help people discover their true selves and overcome physical, psychological, and emotional challenges for improved health, clarity, and happiness. The founder, Sandeep, is a master in yoga and meditation and...

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The Path to Wisdom Through Love: Exploring Kabir's Message

In this session, we will delve deeper into Kabir's teachings and explore the message conveyed in the doha "Pothi Padh Padh Kar Jag Mua, Pandit Bhayo Na Koye, Dhai Aakhar Prem Ke, Jo Padhe so Pandit Hoye." We will examine the truth behind the statement that despite all the information and knowledge we possess, there is a lack of true wisdom and inner peace in our lives. Through discussion and reflection, we will examine why this is the case and explore Kabir's message to truly become wise and live a life of peace and fulfilment.

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The Flaming Torch of Truth: Kabir's Call to Inner Transformation

This session focuses on Kabir's perspective on God and spirituality. Here we are introducing Kabir's view of God as an underlying reality within us, rather than a separate being. Then we delve into one of Kabir's most famous poems, which highlights the qualities needed to be cultivated to begin the pursuit of the true self. Y

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The Dualistic Nature of the World

This session focuses on the idea of duality based on the poem by Kabir, "Chalti Chakki Dekh Kar, Diya Kabira Roye," in which Kabir expresses his feelings after witnessing the working of two grinding stones, which symbolise the dualistic nature of the world.

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Remembrance in Both Joy and Sorrow

In this session, we will be exploring Kabir's poem, "Dukh mein simran sab kare, sukh mein kare na koye," which highlights the importance of awareness and remembrance of our true self in all aspects of our lives, not just when we are experiencing difficult emotions. The purpose of this session is to cultivate a sense of acceptance and peace in both joy and suffering, and to encourage a consistent awareness and devotion to our spiritual practice, no matter what life may bring.

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Journey from Separation to Union

In this session, we'll be exploring Kabir's poem, "Pehle Agan Birha Ki, Pachhe Prem Ki Pyas." The poem speaks of the journey of a spiritual seeker, who first experiences the pain and suffering of separation from their true Self or God, and then grows a thirst for love and union with the divine.