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THE ENLIGHTENED PRECEPTOR
Que. 1: What are the various types of preceptors? Ans. There are three main types:
(a) He who himself crosses the ocean of mundane existence and also helps others in doing so. He is like a large log of wood.
(b) The second type is like a paper i. e. those who do some meritorious work but can neither cross the ocean of mundane existence nor can do the same for others.
(c) The third type is like a stone i. e. they themselves drown in the ocean of 'Samsara' and also drown others who take their shelter.
Que. 2: Who are the enlightened preceptors? Ans. : Those great enlightened masters who have the real and allround ability to guide the seekers of truth on the path of salvation are true preceptors.
Que. 3: What are their main qualities? self-realization.
Ans. : (1)
(2) equanimity.
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