Introduction

Pranahuti or transmission of superfine thought is the most unique feature of the system of Rajayoga of Sri Ram Chandra. This is supposed to make the task of the aspirant easier. The Master says that without the help of Pranahuti it will be difficult, if not impossible, to reach higher stages of sadhana.

The word Pranahuti is derived from the words Prana and Ahuti. Ahuti is offering particularly in sacrifice during religious ceremonies. Prana means life or life force. The nature of Prana is expounded in the Vedic and Upanishad literature, particularly the Kaushitaki Upanishad (3-2) where it is stated Sahovaacha Praanosmi (He said I am Life) and Kena Upanishad (2) where it was stated as Praanasya Praanah (The Life of all lives) and Praanosmi Mam upaasva (Adore Me who am Life). Thus we find the nature of the Ultimate is of the nature of Prana. Prana is of the nature of pure thought and that is what makes human beings important in the scheme of Divinity in as much as he shares the nature of original stir in a way that no other being, animal or devas etc., is capable of is now fairly established. That human life has been regarded, as most fortunate is no new concept for any religion but the main reason why it is so, is what is established by Rev. Babuji.

The Effect of Pranahuti

The first and almost immediate effect of the transmission is to give peace and calmness which can hardly be expressed in words. This experience in Meditation helps to gently remind us of the source to which we must return and repeated experience strengthens the remembrance of our original home, and so loosens the bondage of the present life. As the transmission takes us to deeper and deeper levels of remembrance, our journey to the source becomes firmly established.

I pray that all of you may be granted this experience to see the Light of the day. (SDG-24)

The light which the preceptor infuses travels to the different centres and a sort of vibration is felt by the abhyasi even at the higher points. (SDG-51)

Transmission gives a new life to the sleeping condition of man, and prepares for the highest approach reserved for human beings. Not only that; it transforms the whole being, shattering all the obstacles in the way of progress. (SDG-104)

Master's support being an essential feature of Sadhana, it becomes incumbent upon the abhyasi to seek a worthy guide to lead him on, helping him by his power transmitted through the yogic process of Pranahuti. This is the only effective means for bringing about the desired result. Under Sahaj Marg the Divine grace is directed towards the abhyasi through the process of Pranahuti. As a matter of fact what Pranahuti does for the spiritual uplift of the abhyasi in the shortest possible time, independent efforts cannot do even in a full decade. Serious difficulties often arise when meditation is practiced independently in accordance with the old methods prescribed in books. Under the old system of abhyas one has to keep on struggling with the mind in order to stop its unceasing activities. The struggle continues all the time without any success in the real sense. Thus practically there is no meditation at all, and all the time is lost in mere struggling and suppressing mental modifications. In order to overcome this very great difficulty, under the Sahaj Marg system we simply connect ourselves with the power of the master whose mind has become thoroughly disciplined and regulated. His power then begins to flow into the individual, regulating his mental tendencies. Pranahuti is therefore of primary value in giving the abhyasi surest success. Our tiring labour for ages and lives can be saved only when, by God's grace, we are able to get a master capable of helping us through Pranahuti. I therefore advise you in all earnestness to seek for such a one for your guide. They are however rare but definitely they are there, and a true seeker if he is really in earnest can never fail to trace one out. (SS-188,189)

Rest assured that diseases never enter the body of the abhyasi through our process of transmission. This is my experience as well as that of my master. On the other hand it has often been experienced that some of the diseases do go out by the effect of the process of purification. (SS-229)

Salient Points of Pranahuti

  • It is pure and simple act of will backed by Divine Will of a person who is committed to the progress of the aspirant for progress in the spiritual path.
  • It is an act of will on the part of the person transmitting Divine thought.
  • It is an act of will supported by the Divine.
  • It does not require words or touch or any other such physical aids.
  • It assists the aspirant to develop the capacity for balanced existence while simultaneously assisting him / her in the spiritual progress.
  • It is no mystic or mysterious force.
  • Viveka or discriminative intelligence is improved by the regular influx of the Divine impulse imparted during Pranahuti the awareness of the Power behind all existence shared in one’s being is fully realised
  • It enables the aspirant develop an attitude of humility in thought, word and deed. It enables the aspirant understand that Master is the knower, doer and enjoyer.
  • The capacity to impart Pranahuti is obtained only when a person is beyond the realms of his limited self, Pinddesh and is established in the higher plane of consciousness called Brahmand.
  • It is possible only where the trainer has no selfish motives or seek any gratification. It is the help from a fellow being - a brother or sister.
  • The Grand Master Rev.Lalaji Maharaj prayed and obtained the grace of the Divine so as to make the influx of Pranahuti possible into to every seeker.
  • Trainers of ISRC work under Dr.Varadachari Order.