How many types of Pind (realms) are there, and what is their significance in spiritual practice?
There are two types of Pind or realms:
1. Gross Realm (Sthool Lok): This is the realm of death, composed of the five elements, which extends up to the Manipura chakra. Its sky is the Heart chakra. The cycle of birth and death continues here.
2. Subtle Realm (Sookshma Lok): Its earth is the heart, and it extends to the Sahasrara chakra. Depending on the state, it manifests in white, red, black, green, and golden light. In Sufi terminology, these are called Kalb, Rooh, Sirr, Rafa, and Akhfi. The Supreme Light, or the Pure Consciousness, is the master of both realms. The Guru uses their power to take the disciple to the subtle realm and helps them concentrate their attention. The ascent begins here, and its end is known only to the Supreme.
Who is called a practitioner (Sadhak)?
A person who follows the rules set by God, meditates under the guidance of the Guru, and progresses towards liberation (Mukti) is called a practitioner or Sadhak. A Sadhak lives a simple life, does not harbor jealousy, serves the Guru with body, mind, and wealth, and incorporates the Guru's teachings into their life.
What is the Supreme Being (Parmatma)?
The Supreme Being is the pure ocean of light, the creator of this universe. Nothing happens without His command, and by merely witnessing His presence, the soul attains liberation.
How can one experience the vision of the Supreme Being?
By serving and loving the Guru with deep devotion, one can please the Guru and become absorbed in Him (fana-fill-Sheikh). When the Guru is pleased, the Supreme Being will also be pleased and will reveal His true form (the pure light form).
What is the Nad (celestial sound)? How can it be experienced?
During the period of spiritual practice, the Nad sound is heard by the seeker through the Guru's grace. This sound is often compared to the ticking of a clock or the beating of the heart. It is an inner sound that helps guide the seeker towards spiritual awakening.
What is meditation?
True meditation is hearing the Nad sound and seeing the light.
What is the Mahamantra?
The Mahamantra is the thought that my Guru is the one true God, that He has taken my place, He is the one meditating, He is the one guiding me in meditation, and His meditation is being carried out. After meditation, one should call out from the heart: "O! Supreme Being, may my Guru's divine will be fulfilled.
