Practice Silence, Become Silence

 

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Practice Silence, Become Silence

In the fast-paced world we live in today, silence has become a rare luxury. Yet, silence is not merely the absence of sound — it is the presence of inner stillness, peace, and the gateway to the higher dimensions of our being. In the teachings of Himalayan Samarpan Dhyanyog, as imparted by His Holiness Shivkrupanand Swamiji, silence is not just to be practiced — it is to become.

Swamiji often emphasises that the deepest transformation occurs not through external rituals or noise, but through silent communion with the self. When we sit in meditation — not seeking, not resisting — just being, we begin to touch that sacred space within where the Divine resides. This inner silence is not dull or empty. On the contrary, it is vibrant, alive, and full of wisdom. It is the voice of the Guru, the presence of the Himalayas, the essence of the soul.

Swamiji says, “When you become completely silent, you become one with the Guru Element (Gurutattva).” This silence is not about suppressing thoughts or emotions, but about witnessing them without reaction. As we observe the movements of the mind without engaging with them, they begin to dissolve, and what remains is pure awareness — unchanging, eternal, and silent.

Through Samarpan Meditation, the practitioner gradually sheds layers of ego, desires, and conditioning. This happens naturally, without force, when one simply surrenders to the Gurutattva in deep silence. It is in this surrender that silence becomes transformative. Silence becomes the bridge between the individual and the infinite. As we sit in meditation with awareness at the crown chakra, the Sahastrar, we begin to experience the vastness of being — a state beyond thoughts and identities.

Swamiji often narrates his time in the Himalayas, where the silence of nature taught him more than any words could. The snow-covered peaks, the whisper of the winds, the stillness of the forests — everything was meditating. In such natural silence, the ego melts, and the soul shines forth. Inspired by this, Swamiji brought this Himalayan experience to the world through Samarpan Dhyanyog — a simple, yet powerful practice that allows modern seekers to experience this silence in daily life.

But silence is not restricted to the meditation cushion. When we begin to value inner silence, it starts reflecting in our speech, actions, and relationships. We listen more deeply, speak with compassion, and act with awareness. In this way, practicing silence gradually transforms our entire life. Silence becomes a sanctuary in the midst of chaos, a guide during confusion, and a source of deep joy.

To become silence is to live in constant union with the Divine. It is to drop all pretences, all mental noise, and rest in the truth of who we are. And the beauty of Samarpan Dhyanyog is that it makes this profound journey accessible to anyone, regardless of background or belief. All it asks is simple unconditional surrender and consistent practice.

In this age of noise, Swamiji’s call to practice and become silence is not just spiritual advice — it is a lifeline. As we embrace silence, we rediscover ourselves. And in becoming silence, we become the very expression of peace, love, and presence.