“Although in crude form, we find in Gnosticism what was lacking in the centuries that followed: a belief in the efficacy of individual revelation and individual knowledge. This belief was rooted in the proud feeling of man’s affinity with the gods, subject to no human law, and so overmastering that it might even subdue the gods by the sheer power of Gnosis… In Gnosticism we see man’s unconscious psychology in full flower, almost perverse in its luxuriance; it contained the very thing that most strongly resisted the regula fidei, that Promethean and creative spirit which will bow only to the individual soul and to no collective ruling.” CARL JUNG

What is the Vedic view on the above statement by Jung .

The checks and balances of what  the Vedic systems call Guru , Sadhu, and  Sastra is a sure and steady approach to Divinity.

When these three are seen to align, then one can be sure at least a proper understanding of the methods of approaching Divinity and a correct philosophical understanding is being arrived at  .  This initial and preliminary path, if approached carefully and if its  well  practised , can bring the candidate to further and deeper understanding , especially those of the Gaudia acaryas with their  realisations and esoteric realisations and writings that bring entrance  into Vrndavana Dharma itself .

Depending on ones spiritual desires that are cultivated by association  of advanced devotees  determine how one’s natural attraction to Divinity is developed or revived , so accordingly, different realisations of Divinity and relationships occurs . All absolutes are reconciled in the absolute , and the mature scholars and devotees know these truths well .

The fragile position of an individual particle of consciousness that has been  overwhelmed by material energies ,  becomes vulnerable and overwhelmed by the illusory energies , but Divinity makes  perfect arrangements for  rescue . This is carried out via the Divinely inspired literatures ,  both Sruti and Smriti , the Spiritual master who has deeply entered the spiritual realms , either Diksa or Siksa  , as well as other Sadhus and saints , who assist with checks and balance.

The combination of individuals’ sincerity , along with spiritual teaches or Gurus as well as  an  intelligent discrimination of the  very broad ranging theological texts  that may serve specific purposes for different people at certain times or places or circumstances is required to understand Divinity.

Although  individual sincerity is important, it’s also important to realise we are not the only sincere person . Many others have traversed the path of truth , and we need to understand the symptoms of those  who are  on the path .  Those who are mature and perfecting  the journey also understand the essence of what theologies have to offer , along with many  peripherals paths  chalked out for the sake of humanity.

So, not alone , but with others, we understand Divinity and serve Him .

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