Scriptures & Acharyas are the Guiding Light
How to solve the problems such as the one at 'Sabarimala'. What does Bhagvad Gita say on the subject? For spiritual practices to bear results they have to be executed under the guidance of an Acharya or spiritual master. Spiritual practices cannot be performed on the basis of the views and votes of ignorant public. The spiritual master is a person who knows the intricacies of scriptures. He must be equally competent to teach them to his disciples. Excerpts from Bhagvad Gita are presented so that readers can make their own judgment on the importance of scriptures and spiritual master. From Chapter 4 Just try to learn the truth by approaching a spiritual master. Inquire from him submissively and render service unto him. The self-realized souls can impart knowledge unto you because they have seen the truth. From Chapter 13 “Aacharyopasanam” (Follow the teachers who instruct by personal conduct) From Cha...