Attaining Samadhi Through Meditation: The Journey and Key Practices

Introduction to Samadhi and Meditation

Many spiritual seekers and practitioners have wondered about the path to achieving Samadhi, a profound state of consciousness where the individual self merges with the supreme consciousness. Yes, I have personally attained Samadhi through meditation, a journey that took more than 45 years but was deeply supported by the Divine Mother.

Understanding Samadhi and Its Challenges

Samadhi is often misunderstood to be the ultimate goal in the pursuit of enlightenment. However, the path to reaching this state is often overlooked. The key factor in attaining Samadhi is not merely the practice of yoga but the reduction of one's Karma. It is crucial to understand that Karma is not just about current life but encompasses all past lifetimes. To reach Samadhi, one must strive to reduce one's remaining Karma to nearly 5.

Practical Steps to Reduce Karma

The fastest and most effective way to reduce Karma is through Niskaam Karma Yog (selfless action). This involves helping others without any expectation of return. One must dedicate a significant portion of one's time to serving humanity, ensuring that no one is left unaided. I have devoted 12 hours daily for months, helping numerous individuals, foregoing any remuneration beyond a single evening meal, simply as a means to perform selfless service.

While Niskaam Karma Yog is essential, it is also crucial to maintain a regular meditation practice. Meditation helps calm the mind and brings one closer to the state of Samadhi.

Reaching Samadhi Steeti Through Meditation

Samadhi is the final state of meditation. It is important to note that not everyone can directly achieve Samadhi after every meditation session. There are prerequisite states to be passed through for one to reach Samadhi. Therefore, a consistent and structured meditation practice is necessary to progress through these states.

The Highest State of Samadhi: Nirvikalpa Samadhi

The highest state of Samadhi, known as Nirvikalpa Samadhi, is characterized by a state of mind without thoughts. This state can be achieved through Brahmakar Birti or concentration on a state of nothingness or zero. This concentration reaches the 10th door of the mind, a point where the normal vibration of the mind ceases. This state is analogous to deep sound sleep or the sushupti state mentioned in Vedas, where one is senseless yet the body functions normally.

Historical and Cross-Religious Insights

Several thousand spiritual practitioners have achieved Samadhi through the meditation process. Across different religions, meditation is called by different names, yet the essence remains the same. The core practice revolves around learning the art and skill of successful prayer for achieving Samadhi and beyond.

The Samadhi experienced through meditation is different from the enlightenment state. Through dedicated practice and following personalized instructions from experienced guides, one can achieve Samadhi-like experiences, which include interactions between the spiritual and material worlds. Through persistent prayer, one can acquire mystic powers to aid in living a prosperous and healthy life.

Conclusion

Attaining Samadhi is a profound and transformative journey that requires diligence, dedication, and the willingness to serve others. By reducing one's Karma and maintaining a consistent meditation practice, it is possible to reach this state of profound consciousness. Whether through Niskaam Karma Yog, systematic meditation, or both, the path to Samadhi is rewarding and spiritually enriching.