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God can incarnate in Maya and He does so for the welfare of His devotees.
In the Adi Granth, the Name has been described as three types - Guru-Mantra given by Sadguru, the divine power of God and the essence of God.
We also learned that the first two forms of the Name are called Shabda-Brahma while the third form of the Name is called Ashabda-Brahma.
Calling the divine power of God as Shabda-Brahma means that it is the Word of Brahma i.e. the speech emanating from the mouth of God.
Calling the Guru-Mantra given by Sadhguru as Shabda-Brahma means that it is the speech emanating from the mouth of Sadhguru, it is the word of Sadhguru. Both these forms of Shabda-Brahma are true because the source of both is 'Truth'. Both these forms of 'Truth' are of equal importance but the difference between the two is that the Sat Purusha is not in the three qualities of Maya and is formless whereas the Sadguru is in the three qualities of Maya and is corporeal. This shows that the rules like 'God is not in the three qualities of Maya', 'God is different from color, form,' etc. are not absolutely true. Certainly, these rules are prescribed by God, but these rules are imposed on us as limitations on the creatures affected by Maya. God's will is independent of these rules and His freedom is absolute and unfettered. God can incarnate in the three qualities of Maya and He does so for the welfare of His devotees. Quote from ‘Nirbhay, Nirvair, Akalmurti’ 20.
Key Highlights:
The text presents three forms of Naam:
Guru Mantra (given by a spiritual teacher)
Divine power of God (Shabda-Brahma)
Essence of God (Ashabda-Brahma)
The first two forms are considered Shabda-Brahma - the Word of God.
Both forms come from Truth (Sat) and are equally important.
The difference lies in the source: God is formless, while the Guru is embodied and influenced by Maya (illusion).
This challenges the idea that God can't exist within Maya.
God's will is free, and He can choose to incarnate within Maya to help devotees.
What the Text Wants to Tell Readers:
There are different ways to experience Naam (divine essence).
God can manifest in ways that seemingly contradict traditional descriptions.
God's love and power extend beyond limitations imposed by Maya.
How the Text Can Help Readers:
Broadens their understanding of Naam and its diverse forms.
Challenges rigid interpretations of God's nature.
Provides comfort and hope by emphasizing God's active role in helping devotees.
Great!