According to the provided texts, Guru biography texts can be utilized in two distinct ways: with a specific desire (Kamya) or with a selfless mind (Nishkam). As detailed in Chapter 0, the Kamya approach is specifically intended for worldly prosperity or for the removal of worries, calamities, distress, and diseases. Therefore, by studying and reciting a Guru's biography, a devotee can actively seek relief from their troubles. This act of study is considered a form of Guru service, which can be performed with the explicit intention of overcoming personal difficulties and finding consolation.
How can reading a Guru's biography help someone who is experiencing distress or other worldly problems?
📖 Chapter 0