Core Tenets: Living in Alignment

The path of spiritual realization requires dedication and discipline, but it is not the tenets themselves that bring about transformation. It is the Shabda—the divine melody—and your commitment to it that purifies you, guiding you towards this lifestyle naturally. These tenets act as essential guidelines to help you focus and align more deeply, but they are not prerequisites. With time and devotion to the Shabda, the changes you seek will come from within.

The Tenets as a Path to Spiritual Freedom

Many of us resolve to make changes in our lives, to become better people. But without the deep, inner purification of the Shabda, these resolutions often remain superficial. The mind’s impressions and karmic burdens pull us back into old habits and behaviors. Living life without the Shabda is like taking a bath with your raincoat on—you never truly cleanse yourself. But with the Shabda, you get naked and are fully cleansed, inside and out.

These tenets are not rules to be followed before starting the spiritual path; rather, they are the natural byproduct of engaging with the Shabda. As you move further into your spiritual practice, these guidelines help clear the way, but the Shabda itself is what will adjust your life path.

Highlights of the Tenets

Here are the key tenets that will naturally align with your spiritual journey as you continue on the path:

1. Lacto-Vegetarian Diet
   • No meat, eggs, or fish—anything that involves the taking of life. With the Shabda guiding you, this dietary change comes naturally, helping to purify your body and mind.
2. Clear Mind
   • No mind-altering substances or stimulants. As your connection to the Shabda deepens, clarity and focus will follow, making it easier to avoid substances that cloud your consciousness.

Purification Through the Shabda

While these tenets help guide you, it is the Shabda that purifies you. By engaging with it, you naturally align with the requirements for spiritual growth. The Shabda carries you forward, transforming your life without the need for external pressure. All that is required is some commitment on your side—allow the Shabda to do the rest.

With the resonance of the Shabda, you will find that the layers of worldly distractions and karmic burdens begin to fall away. This is not about forcing yourself into a new lifestyle but allowing the Shabda to adjust your path, clearing the way for your liberation.