Kriyas, Knowledge and the teacher

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Throughout history there have been mention of different practices related to Kryias, Knowledge (jnana ot gian) and the importance of the teacher.

  • Bhagavad Gita - Raj Vidya Raj Guyha Yog, Chapter 9. Available online
  • The Buddha-karita of Asvaghosha - Book 15 Available online
  • The Larger Pragñâ Pâramitâ Hridaya Sûtra Available online
  • Sri Guru Granth Sahib, Sohila - Section 04, part 002.
  • Kabir - In his poems, Kabir makes numerous references to the techniques of Knowledge (gyiãn) (e.g. Jaise mandir mahi; Hai koi rãm nãm batãvai; Rãm ke nãi neesãn bãgã) and to the importance of a teacher (e.g. K.S.S. p.4:41; K.S.S. p10:117; K.S.S. p.16:9; K.S.S. p.2:14)
  • Nanak - Numerous poems by Nanak refer to gyãn (Jnana) and the importance of a living master or guru. Available online
  • Jalalu'ddim Rumi. In many of the poems in his Mathnawi, Rumi refers to the experience within and the love for his teacher. Translation available online
  • Tai I Gin Hua Sung Dshï - An ancient esoteric Chinese book fom the Kiën Lung period in the 18th century traslated by Richard Wilhelm and discussed on the book "Das Geheimnis der Goldenen Blüte" (The Secret of the Golden Flower) in collaboration with Carl Jung. ISBN 0-15-679980-4
  • Upanishads - Mandukya Upanishad, Chapter 3, Adavaita Prakarana.
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