Darshan is a new word for me (thank you!). I was taught “namaste” had a similar meaning—the divine (or light) in me recognizes the divine (or light) in you.
On the surface they are close though when we go deeper they differ meaningfully in their essence. Namaste (literally "I bow to you") is a greeting that acknowledges the divine spark within another person. It's an acknowledgment of mutual respect and recognition that occurs in a moment.
Darshan, on the other hand, describes a deeper state of witnessing and being witnessed. It goes beyond recognition to encompass truly seeing the essence of another person and allowing them to see yours. While Namaste marks a moment of mutual respect, Darshan describes an ongoing state of authentic presence and connection that transforms both the seer and the seen.
My partner and I have a ritual that we use to stay grounded in our relationship. One of us says “I see you.” And the other responds “ and I am here for you, now and forever. And I see you..” it really works for us!
So I came for the puns David but I have stayed for the posts. I am a firm believer in the power of intention and mission.
That’s a beautiful practice. Glad you came for the puns and even more so that you stayed for the posts. Supporting people in living out their purpose is my mission. Puns are to add fun along the way.
Darshan is a new word for me (thank you!). I was taught “namaste” had a similar meaning—the divine (or light) in me recognizes the divine (or light) in you.
So to you David I say nameste!
Thank you, Doug and namasté to you!
On the surface they are close though when we go deeper they differ meaningfully in their essence. Namaste (literally "I bow to you") is a greeting that acknowledges the divine spark within another person. It's an acknowledgment of mutual respect and recognition that occurs in a moment.
Darshan, on the other hand, describes a deeper state of witnessing and being witnessed. It goes beyond recognition to encompass truly seeing the essence of another person and allowing them to see yours. While Namaste marks a moment of mutual respect, Darshan describes an ongoing state of authentic presence and connection that transforms both the seer and the seen.
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My partner and I have a ritual that we use to stay grounded in our relationship. One of us says “I see you.” And the other responds “ and I am here for you, now and forever. And I see you..” it really works for us!
So I came for the puns David but I have stayed for the posts. I am a firm believer in the power of intention and mission.
That’s a beautiful practice. Glad you came for the puns and even more so that you stayed for the posts. Supporting people in living out their purpose is my mission. Puns are to add fun along the way.