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The real meaning of shaktipata (grace) in Kashmir Shaivism
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The real meaning of shaktipata (grace) in Kashmir Shaivism bhagavad gita grace śaktipāta Aug 24, 2026

In this excerpt from Swami Lakshmanjoo’s commentary on Chapter 2, verses 64–65 of the Bhagavad Gita, in the Light of Kashmir Shaivism, he explains the meaning of śaktipāta (grace), where it comes from, and the importance of maintaining firm will and vigor on the spiritual path.

SWAMIJI:

[Grace] śaktipāta means you have to maintain your vigor; you have to maintain your will. There must be firm will. That is śaktipāta.

 

Śaktipāta [grace] is not derived from other sources. You have got śa...

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