why is it so important to support the translation of these ancient Sanskrit texts?


Because it has clues to harmonious conscious living prac- tices. Also to preserve indigenous knowledge, Himalayan scholarship, and honor the heritage and re-cultivating it for resolving modern issues as well as supporting the yearning seeker in the modern world.


what is your vision for the world in the next few decades?


i would focus on the future generation. my recommenda- tion and wish would be to focus on emphasizing core values to this future generation so that they honor themselves and honor their lives, so they grow up with self-esteem and reclaim the beauty of life.


only a small number of people have been considered, in one way or another, divine. is this role a burden or a delight?


in Sanskrit literature and our tradition we consider everyone to be potentially divine. those who tread our path, i only teach them, i don’t try to force anything on anyone. i don’t have any craving to become famous in a worldly way. So living a quiet, monastic life, and teaching those who are yearning and beholding the changes they experience, that by itself is satisfactory.


what have been your greatest personal lessons or inter- nal challenges? which realizations and experiences have had the most effect on your growth as an individual?


my greatest personal challenge has been living in the harsh climate of Himalayan mountains and being able to serve in a way that impacts yearning seekers and to see them reclaim- ing joy has given me great satisfaction.


what is your message to the world?


embark on harmonious living and practice meditation to eradicate suffering. ¢


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