Chapter 18 directly confronts the idea that a Guru's instructions to one person should be kept secret. The author calls this notion an "imaginary and a meaningless fuss." Instead, the chapter argues that all teachings, including those received in dreams, should be shared for the enlightenment of all. To substantiate this claim, the text provides the historical example of the sage Budhakaushika, who narrated his dream-vision of the Ram Raksha initiation to everyone. This precedent, as cited in Chapter 18, serves as proof that spiritual guidance is not meant to be hoarded but shared for the collective benefit.
Chapter 18 discusses whether a Guru's specific instructions should be shared. What is the argument presented, and what evidence is used to support it?
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