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“There are more fake gurus and false teachers in this world than the number of stars in the visible universe.” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the subtle difference between a true spiritual guide and a manipulative pretender. Drawing from Elif Shafak’s The Forty Rules of Love and Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura’s insights on the Putana story from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, they unpack how pseudo-gurus present themselves as nourishing but actually poison the soul.
Topics Include: – The guru as a transparent medium for divine light – Signs of manipulation vs. signs of true guidance – The ancient symbolism of Putana and how it applies today – Why charisma isn’t a qualification for spiritual leadership
Spirituality calls for an open heart — but not blind trust. Discernment is essential on the path.
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