Leela

My Comments: Life is a cosmic play (leela), and we must live it that way to be in sync with the universe. 


Leela (or Lila) is the Sanskrit concept of "divine play," suggesting the universe and all existence are the playful, spontaneous expressions of the divine, not driven by need but by pure joy and self-expression, much like a cosmic drama or game where God creates and interacts with the world as an actor. It implies that all actions, from creation to the cycle of life and death, are part of this divine sport, often serving as lessons for humanity, with the goal of bringing beings to liberation or realization. 

AI Baba: 

Key Aspects of Leela:
Divine Creation as Play: The cosmos isn't a serious task but a joyful pastime of the Supreme Being (Brahman), who is perfectly content and free from worldly desires.
Spontaneity & Freedom: Actions arise from inherent nature, not compulsion, highlighting the freedom of the divine.
Cosmic Drama: Life's experiences, struggles, and spiritual journeys are seen as roles in this divine play, where the divine manifests in various forms (like Krishna) to interact and teach.
Didactic Purpose: While play, Leela also serves to guide souls, with divine miracles and actions providing profound lessons for devotees.
Connection to Krishna: The concept is central to Vaishnavism, especially in the stories of Krishna, who embodies this playful, blissful aspect of the divine.
In essence, Leela invites viewing the world, even its serious aspects, through a lens of joyful, creative, and purposeful divine play, where everything unfolds as a grand, meaningful performance.



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