Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c12.s3.t4.55
Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c12.s3.t4.55
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The “rules”, or “fixed observances” include: cleanliness, contentment, austerity, study, and persevering devotion to God. From purity follows a withdrawal from enchantment over one’s own body as well as a cessation of desire for physical contact with others. Supreme happiness is gained via contentment. Impurities can be removed and special powers can be received in the body through austerity. By studying and reading, we can communicate with the Lord. *Samadhi* can be realised by the persevering devotion to God.