The Swamis and the Mysterious Light

Story: The Swamis and the Mysterious Light

By Remez Sasson

We often forget that our internal state of consciousness radiates outward into the physical world.

This captivating story explores the tangible power of deep meditation, showing how a mind completely purified of chaotic thoughts can generate a literal, radiant energy of peace that transforms its surroundings and influences others.

A long time ago, there were two swamis (monks), who lived in two neighboring caves.

The Swamis spent most of their time in deep meditation, except the time they ate or were visited by devotees.

The people who came to visit them revered the two swamis and loved listening to their teachings and advice. They always felt peaceful and happy when near them, a feeling that continued, even after they went away.

One cave was dark, as caves usually are, but in the other one, sometimes, there was a peculiar golden light illuminating the cave. It was not strong, but enough to be noticed and to illuminate the cave.

The phenomenon of the light bewildered the visitors, but they could not come to an agreement about its causes. Both swamis were rather silent most of the time and did not want to discuss the phenomenon of the light.

Being in the company of the swamis aroused calmness and peace in the visitors. Their minds slowed their nonstop chatter, and they experienced pleasant inner peace and happiness.

Though the visitors admired both swamis, they believed that the one living in the illuminated cave possessed supernatural powers and was more advanced. He certainly appeared to them as a mysterious person.

One day, a well-known teacher arrived at a nearby village. One of the villagers came to him and said:
“Great teacher, we have a question to ask. There is a mystery that you might solve for us.”

“I will be glad to help you if I can.” Answered the teacher.

“There are two swamis living here on the hill…” The villager started to recount.

“Yes, I know,” the teacher interrupted him, “and you want to know about the light in the cave.”

“Yes, that is true,” the villager responded, “It is something that has been a riddle for us. Can you please tell us also if the swami in the lighted cave is more advanced and if he really possess supernatural powers?”

“Pay attention to your inner self and not to the external phenomena. “The teacher said, and continued, “The outside world always changes, but the inner self does not.”

“When in the presence of a teacher, listen to what he says and be aware of the influence of his words on you. Watch yourself, and see whether under his influence you become calmer and more peaceful, and whether your thoughts, at least for a while, slow down their mad race.”

“Yes, I’ll do so,” said the villager, “but please enlightens us on the mysterious light.”

The teacher sat down and started to explain:
“Sometimes, when one works intensively on the spiritual path, and concentrates and meditates a lot, various phenomena may occur around him, such as lights, sounds, or visions. This is not supernatural. The mind has a creative power, and when concentrated, can produce various phenomena even unintentionally.”

“This does not mean that one is more advanced than the other. Not all minds produce these things. Some do, and some don’t.”

“Some of the people who produce these lights may be aware of the light, and others might not. This depends on their psychic sensitivity.

So it is also with the people who watch them. Not all see this light. In any case, it has nothing to do with whether one swami is more advanced or less advanced than the other one.”

“Thank you, you have solved this great mystery for us.” Exclaimed the devotees, who were standing by, deeply relieved and happy to understand the mystery that had been bewildering them for a long time.

Key Takeaways on Meditation, Aura, and Radiant Peace

The sage’s experience with the two meditating swamis reveals three profound truths about the hidden laws of mind power:

The Material Reality of Thought Energy: The mysterious light was not an external magic trick; it was the visible radiation of the swamis’ highly focused spiritual energy. This illustrates that our thoughts and inner stillness are actual forces that project outward into our environment.

The Power of Cohesive Concentration: The swamis were able to create an unshakeable sphere of peace because their minds were completely unified and free from the constant scattering of ordinary thoughts. When you stop leaking energy through idle overthinking, your mental power naturally intensifies.

Elevating the Atmosphere Around You: The teacher felt instantly peaceful, safe, and uplifted simply by stepping into the swamis’ presence. This proves that building high-level inner calmness doesn’t just benefit you. But it automatically transforms, calms, and protects the space and people around you.

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