Chapter 3 illustrates the profound transformation of a disciple through their devotion to a Guru. It uses the powerful analogy of an insect that, by meditating on a bee, eventually attains the state of a bee itself. Similarly, by worshipping the Guru, a disciple becomes equal to the Guru, achieving a state of unity where the separation implied by the word 'equal' is not even tolerated by the Guru. This mirrors the concept of surrendering one's 'I-ness' as complete service. Just as an oily cotton wick meets the flame of a lamp and attains divine light, the disciple merges with the Guru, losing their separate identity to attain the divine state.
How does the text explain the transformation of a disciple in relation to their Guru, and what analogy is used for this process?
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