The Guiding Presence: A Master’s Role in Spiritual Growth

In the path of spiritual evolution, one truth stands eternal and unshakeable — the presence and guidance of a Master, or Guru, is essential. Spiritual history is filled with examples where a realized soul has illuminated the path for practitioners seeking truth. One such guiding light in contemporary times is Chivaguru Subramanya Shiva Balan, the spiritual guide and originator of the SSBSSF system.

As a living Master, Chivaguru Subramanya Shiva Balan continues to guide countless practitioners on their inner journey through a simplified yet deeply effective spiritual system focused on inner purification and the realization of the Self.

Guru-Tatwa: The Divine Essence That Guides Within

Guru-Tatwa is not merely the physical presence of a Guru. It is the Divine Principle or Essence within the Master that silently and powerfully operates in the life of the practitioner. When a practitioner reaches a certain level of inner purity, the mind becomes a vessel capable of receiving this subtle energy — the Guru-Tatwa — allowing a connection with the divine.

Such a connection is only possible under the guidance of a Guru who truly embodies this Tatwa. When the Guru is fully accepted—through unconditional love, surrender, and trust—he can transmit this divine essence to the practitioner. This transmission marks a significant turning point in spiritual growth, enabling the practitioner to progress steadily toward selfenlightenment.

Internalization: Making the Guru a Living Presence

To internalize the Guru means to accept him completely—with both heart and mind—beyond appearances, beyond judgment. Just as we accept loved ones in daily life despite their flaws, spiritual acceptance must be even deeper, purer, and unconditional. Internalization is a silent, sacred agreement between the disciple’s soul and the Master’s essence.

This process unfolds gradually. Initially, the practitioner may not fully understand the Guru. But through sincere practice and growing inner closeness, the Guru transforms into “My Master” — a deeply personal, inner presence that gently guides, corrects, and elevates from within. When internalization occurs while the Master is still in physical form, the Guru-Tatwa becomes firmly rooted within the practitioner’s being.

This internalization is only possible while the Master is physically present. It is in that living presence that divine energy is transmitted, absorbed, and anchored in the practitioner’s consciousness. Without this connection, the opportunity for deep inner transformation may be lost.

The Living Master: Anchor of the Spiritual System

It is an indisputable truth—without the presence of a living Master, meaningful spiritual progress is extremely difficult. At first, guidance flows from the Master externally. Over time, as internalization deepens, this guidance begins to arise from within. But this inner guidance is only possible when the Guru is completely accepted and firmly established within the practitioner’s consciousness.

A living Master like Chivaguru Subramanya Shiva Balan is not just a teacher—he is the embodiment and transmitter of divine energy. His physical presence sustains the spiritual system. Without him, the transmission of spiritual essence, the purification of the mind, and navigation through higher stages of consciousness would not be possible.

The Significance of ‘My Master’

In the spiritual realm, we are taught to let go of ownership, and yet the phrase ‘My Master’ holds immense depth. It does not imply possession, but rather intimate belonging. When a practitioner internalizes the Master, the Guru becomes “mine”—my ”light, my guide, my eternal companion. In this sacred relationship, the Master is given full freedom to work from within—even to the extent of transferring spiritual capabilities, if the disciple is inwardly prepared.

Having ‘My Master’ means the Guru takes a permanent place in the practitioner’s heart — becoming a guiding force that transcends time, distance, and even death. But this deep connection must be established while the Master is still in physical form, for it is in his living presence that divine transmission takes place.

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Purity — The Gateway to Higher Realms

Spiritual ascent is directly linked to purity of mind. A mind free from ego, judgment, and distraction becomes a fertile ground for divine energy. In earlier times, such purity was achieved through years of austerity and discipline. In today’s fast-paced world, the same inner transformation can be realized through sincere spiritual practice under the guidance of a realized Master.

When the Master is pure and divine, and the practitioner is sincere and persevering, the Guru’s essence purifies the disciple. This allows the practitioner to draw godly energy and ascend to higher realms — not through effortful striving, but through loving surrender.

Conclusion: When the Master Becomes the Path

In the sacred journey of the soul, the presence of a Master is not a luxury — it is a spiritual necessity. A true Guru does not merely teach; he transforms. He does not just point to theway — he becomes the way. Yet, the true shift in a practitioner’s life occurs not just when one follows a Master, but when one begins to experience the Master as ‘My Master’.

‘My Master’ is not a phrase of possession — it is the deepest expression of belonging.

It signifies a sacred bond — born from love, sustained through surrender, and fulfilled through complete internalization.

When the Guru is fully accepted — mentally and spiritually — his Tatwa, the Divine Essence, takes root within. From that point on, the Master becomes a permanent inner guide, leading the practitioner beyond the limits of time, space, and form.

To have ‘My Master’ is to walk the path with Divinity in human form — to be nurtured, purified, uplifted, and empowered gently and constantly. It is the most intimate and powerful relationship in a spiritual seeker’s life.

And so, this is not just a conclusion — it is a call: Let your heart seek not just a guide — but ‘My Master’. In that one act of surrender, the universe aligns for your liberation. Because in the end, My Master is not a step on the path — He is the path.