Financial Scrupulousness: An Element of Yogic Sadhana
I. The Spiritual Nature and Origin of Money Money is consistently described not merely as a material item but as an expression of a universal force .1 The Essence and Function of Money Universal Force : Money is the visible sign of a universal force that manifests on the vital and physical planes and is indispensable for the fullness of outer life.2 Divine Origin and Delegation : In its origin and true action, this force belongs entirely to the Divine.3 Like other Divine powers, it is delegated on Earth.4 Vital Energy : Money is a vital force that enables men to command success.5 The money-power itself has a twofold rhythm: gathering and throwing away; those who maintain this rhythm, like big industrial magnates, typically have plenty of money.6 Condition for Purity : Money is likened to water, requiring movement to remain pure.7 It is only valuable when it circulates or is spent.8 Mere hoarding is considered an obstacle.9 Collective Possession : Money is inherently a collec...