Saturn was the god of time, generation, dissolution, abundance, wealth, agriculture, periodic renewal and liberation. Saturn was especially celebrated during the festival of Saturnalia each December, perhaps the most famous of the Roman festivals, a time of feasting, role reversals, free speech, gift-giving and revelry.
Liberation!
Karuna was my meditation today. We avert our eyes from our and others suffering, so for 20 minutes, I look at mine, 20 minutes I look at others, and 20 minutes I radiate compassion out into the infinite universe and recognize suffering is everywhere.
Everyone has struggles.
Two opposing viewpoints. Rumi thought you needed a mentor further on the path to take the next step. Jiddu Krishnamurti thought you didn't need a teacher or a path.
It would be nice if someone magically stepped forward and mentored you to the next level. On the other hand, you have a responsibility, and honestly it's a kind of dependent attitude to think someone else takes you to the next level instead of yourself. I feel like all the wisdom is out there open source. Most often gurus want to change your personality to their personality, and that's not wisdom.
Sometimes the guru that appears is someone half you age and 8.5 hours time difference.
Friendship and support and collaboration are essential, perhaps that's what people are pointing to when they call for the need to a guru. The person doesn't have to be better than you, you can support each other, and that is the alchemy, the secret, the gem in the lotus.
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