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Role of Master
sacrifice. His role is by far the most important, for it is he who, as a matter of fact, pulls the real seeker up and enlivens him with the light which is lying in him under layers of grossness. The light thus awakened begins first to cast its reflection upon outer Coverings and removes grossness and impurities therefrom. By and by it goes on developing, affecting the deeper layers also. The light can, however, be awakened by independent efforts as well, but that requires persistent labour for many years together. For this reason association with a worthy guide is of immense value to the abhyasi, since the master too, is duty bound, keeps on removing obstructions and impediments on the path.
If a guru comes out into the field as a master, puffed up with feelings of greatness and superiority, it is obvious that he has usurped the position of the real Master — God. As such it is quite definite that he cannot benefit others to the required extent. It is therefore essential for him to think of himself as a humble being, and act in the spirit of love and service. He must completely devote himself to the
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