Implied Meaning of Quotes
from Holy Texts and Saints
In Spirituality, an attempt is made to express in words that which is beyond words. Consequently, there is a difference between the literal and implied meanings. Unless we understand the implied meaning correctly, we cannot fathom the treasure of Knowledge given to us by Saints and through the Holy texts. Once a seeker learns how to interpret the implied meanings, it will be easy for him to understand the implied meaning of any scripture.
We suggest that, the readers should try to understand the implied meaning of the following verse on their own and then match it with the meaning given below. This would sharpen their acumen in deciphering implied meanings.
Action (Karma) and Activity (Kriya)
"Karma creates Kriya and Kriya creates Karma."
– The Teachings of Saint Bhaktaraj Maharaj.
Implied Meaning:
In 'Karma creates Kriya', Karma refers to destiny (destined action or prarabdha-karma). Acts (Kriya) get performed according to one's destiny. That is, one's actions are dependent on one's destiny.
In 'Kriya creates Karma', Kriya refers to acts that create the destiny that one has to undergo in future births. Acts (Kriya), which are wilful and not destined, create action-destiny (karma-prarabdha) or accumulated account (sanchit). Thus, the actions we perform determine our destiny.