The author claims that even divine beings needed a Guru. What specific examples from scripture does he use to support this point?

To emphasize the absolute necessity of a Guru, the author provides powerful examples from Hindu scripture. In chapter 2, he points out that even divine incarnations submitted to a spiritual teacher. He mentions that Rama, the son of Dasharatha and revered as an incarnation of God, held the feet of his Guru, Vasistha. Furthermore, he states that Krishna, considered the form of the Supreme Brahman, not only had to take a Guru but also endured hardships like gathering wood at his teacher Sandipani’s house. These examples serve to humble the author and reinforce the idea that no one, no matter how great, can attain knowledge without a Guru.