The Guru-Shishya tradition of Hinduism: Where knowledge is formed, spiritual practice and disciple becomes indebted throughout life
The most unique feature of Hinduism is its Guru-Shishya tradition, which is not limited to education but is the basis of spiritual practice and life-philosophy. This tradition, which has been going on since the Vedic period, is equally relevant today. In the scriptures, the Guru is said to be similar to Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh, because he removes the disciple from ignorance and takes it to ultimate knowledge.
The roots of Hinduism are not only in worship and rituals, but also in its knowledge tradition. The highest place among these traditions is the Guru-Shishya tradition. This is not only the medium of education but a bridge between soul and consciousness. It is said in the scriptures.
Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, Guru Devo Maheshwar.
That is, the Guru is the creator, follower and destroyer of the universe.
Tradition started from Vedic period
The Guru-disciple tradition began with the Vedic period, when students stayed in Gurukul and studied with Guru. This form of education was not only limited to the Vedas and scriptures, but also included astrology, mathematics, politics, Ayurveda, warfare and art of living.
Importance of guru
In Hinduism, Guru has been given a higher place than God. The reason for this is that the Guru is the power that takes the disciple from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge. Kabir Das also said.
“Guru Govind Dau Kad, Kake Lagoon Paye.
Balihari Guru Aap, Jin Govind Dio Milay ”
That is, if both Guru and God are in front, then the first Guru should be bowed down, because he shows the way to reach God.
Disciple
It is described in the scriptures that the life of the disciple is not limited to taking knowledge only, but it is also his duty to follow the path of the Guru and follow their order. The disciple has to consider restraint, discipline and service in his code of conduct as paramount.
Examples of Mahabharata and Ramayana
In the Ramayana, Shri Ram killed the demons like Tadka and Subahu on the orders of his Guru Vishwamitra.
In the Mahabharata, Arjuna learned archery from his Guru Dronacharya and brought him captive to Drupada in Guru Dakshina.
Lord Krishna himself becomes the charioteer and guru of Arjuna and gives the immortal message of the Gita.
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