AVIDYA

[Bharathi]

Avidya in the occult science means ignorance.So it is original with
us.So the moment we are born, it is there with us.From the movement we
got separated from the space in the entire cosmos,this Avidya
accompanies us.That is why it is called ‘ ‘Anadi’’ means no
beginning.Ignorance has no beginning because when we are there, it is
there.If it is there after us,it would have beginning .But as it is
along with us,it hasnot beginning.So it is a necessary evil in
creation.An allegory is prepared for it so that we may better
understand.Ignorance is called a demon in the form of a snail who
encircles us.It is called ‘ ‘Vrithra’’.Vrithra means a whirl like
demon.So better no go to ‘ ‘Vrithra ‘’ for the present, who is not
concerned here.Avidya i.e., ignorance is an evil,but is inevitable.As
long as there is physical body, it will get dirt and you have to take
bath to get rid of the dirt.In the same way, as long as the separate
existence is there,ignorance is there.This is what is called
Ahamkara.That is, a local centre of consciousness formed.It is
inevitable. And at the same time, you should take care to do something
to get out of it.At the same time,allowing the vehicles to work is
necessary.



To be continued……



COURTESY-MASTER E.K



Regards

Bharathi.A