Nirvikalpa Samadhi II – Exploring the Paradox of the Self

This downloadable PDF is the transcript of Mark Griffin’s enlightening one-day intensive, held on September 21, 2013. Across 9 pages, Griffin explores the paradox of meditating on the Self, revealing profound insights into the nature of consciousness and its relationship with the mind. Mark explains:

“The Self is without quality, being neither finite nor infinite, and is beyond the mind. It is without substrate, there is no base line. The idea of meditation on the Self is like a point of view, a field of regard. Consciousness is wholly pervasive, and the mind is of the nature of this consciousness. The idea of meditation on the Self is like trying to see your own eyeball. The organ of regard, the power of sight, does not make it possible to directly see your own eye. And in the same way, the meditation on the Self, which is an expression of mind in the same way that the power of sight is expressed through the eye, raises a paradox.“

What You’ll Learn:

• The Nature of the Self: Discover why the Self is described as being without quality, neither finite nor infinite, and beyond the grasp of the mind.
• Meditation as a Paradox: Understand the challenge of meditating on the Self, likened to the impossibility of seeing your own eyeball, and its implications for spiritual practice.
• Consciousness and Mind: Gain insights into the pervasive nature of consciousness and its expression through the mind.

Highlights of the Teachings:

• Profound exploration of nirvikalpa samadhi and the paradox of meditating on the Self.
• Unique metaphors and examples to illuminate advanced spiritual concepts.
• Practical wisdom for experienced meditators seeking deeper understanding.

Key Features of This Transcript:

• Length: 9 pages
• Format: Lightly edited for clarity and readability, formatted for focused study.
• Content: Authentic teachings from Mark Griffin, presenting advanced concepts with accessibility.

Who Should Read This?

• Spiritual practitioners exploring the nature of the Self and consciousness.
• Advanced meditators seeking to deepen their understanding of nirvikalpa samadhi.
• Seekers drawn to the paradoxical aspects of meditation and awareness.

Download Nirvikalpa Samadhi II by Mark Griffin and embark on a profound journey into the paradox of meditation and the nature of the Self. Ideal for advanced meditators and spiritual seekers.