In English
Significance of being born as eighth child
was born as the eighth child of . This is significant, for is the eighth stage of spiritual effort, coming after , , , , , and . These are known as , the eight-fold discipline (abstension from evildoing, observance, control breath, posture, withdrawal of mind from sense objects, concentration, meditation and absorption in the . The Lord can be visualised only after the seven steps are successfully negotiated and the mind purified in the process. The term, (superconciousness state of bliss), is generally identified with a temporary loss of consciousness, or even more, a temporary heightening of the consciousness. But we have to judge the state by the effect it has on the person and his attitude towards himself and others. combines (equal) (intelligence), that is to say, intelligence grasping the fundamental equality of every being. Not only will all feeling of difference and distinction disappear, but even notions such as heat and cold, grief and joy, good and combines (equal) (intelligence), that is to say, intelligence grasping the fundamental equality of every being. Not only will all feeling of difference and distinction disappear, but even notions such as heat and cold, grief and Joy, good and bad, will become meaningless. When man reaches that state, the Lord is automatically born in his consciousness. The moment was born, the chains that bound his father fell off, the doors that had been bolted flew open and the prison guards were immersed in the ocean of bliss so that they could not recognise any event or thing in the material world. The fire of hatred that was burning in them was cooled and darkness gave place to the dawn of wisdom. The sky showered raindrops to soften the earth and lay low the dust. How can the elements operate against the Divine Will? Sound, touch, light, taste and smell - all became sublime to celebrate the new era of peace and plenty.