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METRON 8-13-17 The Power of Meditation – Part I
Today’s Notes:
What is Meditation?
“Meditation is a precise technique for resting the mind and attaining a state of consciousness that is totally different from the normal waking state. It is the means for fathoming all the levels of ourselves and finally experiencing the center of consciousness within. Meditation is not a part of any religion; it is a science, which means that the process of meditation follows a particular order, has definite principles, and produces results that can be verified.
In meditation, the mind is clear, relaxed, and inwardly focused. When you meditate, you are fully awake and alert, but your mind is not focused on the external world or on the events taking place around you. Meditation requires an inner state that is still and one-pointed so that the mind becomes silent. When the mind is silent and no longer distracts you, meditation deepens.”
(Swami Rama)
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“…but you shall MEDITATE in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it…”
(Joshua 1:8 – NKJV)
“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he MEDITATES day and night…”
(Psalms 1:2 – NKJV)
“…Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still.”
(Psalms 4:4 – NKJV)
“…Think about these things [MEDITATE; Speak to your heart] quietly…”
(Psalms 4:4 – EXB)
“…Lie quietly upon your bed in silent MEDITATION…”
(Psalms 4:4 – TLB)
“Give ear to my words, O Lord…consider my MEDITATION…”
(Psalms 5:1 – NKJV)
“Let the sayings of my mouth, And the MEDITATION of my heart, Be for a pleasing thing…”
(Psalms 19:14 – YLT)
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds…”
(Philippians 4:7 – NIV)
