Slokam3

The slokam points out the Brahma wondered about the origin of the Lotus.  The slokam notes that the mature intellect of Brahma made this possible. A person with lower intellect would not wonder about the origin of the Lotus.  The mature intellect knows that a material object does not appear without a cause.  Brahma wondered what the cause could be that resulted in the appearance of the Lotus.

The slokam mentions that Brahma,  with his yogic powers, explored the lotus’ stem by sliding down the hollow.  The slokam implies that the exploration was not physical.  It was performed with his yogic powers. But it is said that Brahma could not locate the charming form of the Paramathma, probably because he was not expecting to see Him.

The Slokam makes the subtle point that the hand of the Paramathma is everywhere,  but one cannot see it without actually seeking it. The same rule applies to us also. We have to be aware of the ultimate hand of the Paramathma in all objects that we perceive. 

This is the essence of the Bhakthi Margam.  Unless we see the Paramathma’s hand in all objects and people and events,  we will not be able to invoke His guidance.

Some of us may find it easy see the Paramathma’s hand in good events that promote health and well being.  Some of us may see His hand and request help when unfavorable circumstances prevail.

Once we see His hand in all events, people and objects,  there will be no distinction between favorable and unfavorable events.  We will perceive the world with equanimous eyes,  since we attribute everything to the Paramathma.

May we be blessed to see His hand in all events, objects and people, favorable or unfavorable.