Episode 1396, Rapture, Ascension and Sanatan Perspective: A Spiritual Interpretation According to Bapuji

Introduction: Why This Topic Matters Today

Today’s episode is extremely special and meaningful. Although it arrived a little late, as Bapuji reminds us, good things are worth waiting for. The subject discussed—rapture and ascension—is not commonly understood from a Sanatan (eternal dharma) perspective. Most people associate these ideas only with Christianity, but Bapuji explains that similar spiritual phenomena have existed in India for thousands of years in deeper and more advanced forms. This discussion helps seekers understand the true nature of spiritual liberation, soul evolution, and cosmic transformation.

The Concept of Rapture in Christianity

In Christianity, rapture is believed to be a future event in which faithful believers will suddenly be taken up to heaven. According to biblical interpretations, this will happen at the end of time, before divine judgment.

Some important features of this belief include:

• Sudden physical upliftment

• Separation of believers from non-believers

• Occurs only once in history

• Depends on divine selection

This idea has also been popularized through books and movies. However, Bapuji explains that this concept is largely symbolic and has not historically occurred as described.

Islamic and Other Religious Views

In Islam, there is no concept of rapture. Instead, Islam speaks of:

• Resurrection

• Final judgment

• Accountability of souls

There is no mention of sudden physical ascension. Similarly, many religions speak of salvation after death, but not of mass physical upliftment.

Sanatan Dharma and the Idea of Ascension

In Sanatan tradition, there is no direct equivalent to “rapture.” Instead, there is a far deeper understanding known as:

• Aarohan (ascension)

• Utkraman (departure of the soul)

• Moksha (liberation)

These refer to the gradual or conscious elevation of the soul, not a sudden external event.

Bapuji emphasizes: In Sanatan Dharma, ascension is not imposed from outside. It happens when the soul becomes ready.

Vedic and Upanishadic Foundations

Rigveda

Rigveda (10.14.7) states that the soul travels to divine realms where ancestors and gods reside. This indicates spiritual ascension after liberation.

Atharvaveda

It speaks of awakening and rising toward ultimate truth, symbolizing inner spiritual upliftment.

Upanishads

The Upanishads explain that:

• The soul is eternal

• Liberation occurs after shedding bodily identity

• The realized soul enters the supreme abode

Katha Upanishad highlights that realization comes through knowledge and divine grace.

Bhagavad Gita: The Inner Rapture

In Chapter 8 of the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna explains:

• The soul that remembers God at death attains the divine realm

• Chanting “Om” leads to supreme destination

• Liberation depends on consciousness, not time

Bapuji interprets this as spiritual rapture—the merging of the soul with the Supreme through awareness.

Puranic References to Ascension

Vishnu Purana

It mentions that righteous souls go directly to Vishnu Lok after leaving the body.

Bhagavata Purana

Verse 12.2.37 states that remembering Hari at the end of Kali Yuga takes the soul across worldly bondage.

These texts confirm that ascension is linked to devotion and purity.

Historical Examples of Collective Ascension

Ramayana

Lord Rama and his followers entered the Sarayu River and transcended together. This was a collective spiritual ascension.

Mahabharata

In Mahaprasthanika Parva, the Pandavas walked toward the Himalayas and ascended to heaven. Their physical bodies disappeared, leaving behind garments. Bapuji explains that these were not deaths but frequency transformations.

Bapuji’s Core Teaching: Vibration, Not Transportation

According to Bapuji: True ascension is a change in vibration, not movement in space. When a soul becomes pure, peaceful, and self-realized:

• Its frequency rises

• The physical body dissolves naturally

• The soul enters higher realms

This happens internally first, then externally.

Light Body Transformation

Advanced yogis and realized beings transform their bodies into subtle light forms. This is known as:

• Light body

• Elemental transmutation

• Energy ascension

Such souls merge into air and space elements and reach Brahmaloka or higher realms.

Freedom of the Soul in Sanatan Dharma

One of the most important messages from Bapuji is: You are not bound. You are divine.

Sanatan Dharma teaches:

• “Aham Brahmasmi” – I am Brahman

• “Tat Tvam Asi” – Thou art That

These Mahavakyas remind seekers that they are already divine. Unlike other traditions that emphasize fear or punishment, Sanatan gives complete spiritual freedom.

Markandeya Rishi and Immortality

Markandeya Rishi attained immortality through devotion and yogic practice. He witnessed cosmic dissolution and creation. Bapuji says such souls remain conscious even during pralaya. They are eternal witnesses of universes.

Hanuman and Divine Beings

Hanuman is described as an immortal being composed of air and light elements. He exists in multiple dimensions and maintains cosmic balance. Such beings operate as spiritual guardians and observers.

Yuga Cycles and Ascension Events

According to Bapuji:

• At the end of every Yuga, ascension occurs

• Higher souls depart

• Lower-frequency souls undergo dissolution

• Creation restarts

This happened:

• From Satya to Treta

• From Treta to Dvapara

• From Dvapara to Kali

• Will happen again in Kali Yuga

It is a natural cosmic process.

Sangam Yuga: Daily Ascension

Bapuji explains that ascension is not only historical. It happens daily.Whenever someone gains self-knowledge and divine awareness, they enter Sangam Yuga—a transitional state between ignorance and truth. This is inner ascension.

The Coming Transformation

According to Bapuji, the future ascension will be:

• Not selective

• Not violent

• Not fearful

• Not punitive

It will be a collective vibrational shift of divine souls. The multiverse itself will transform through consciousness.

No Waiting for Judgment Day

In Sanatan Dharma, there is no concept of waiting for a final day. Bapuji says: If you are ready today, you can leave today. Liberation is available anytime through realization.

Practical Message for Seekers

Bapuji repeatedly emphasizes:

• Gain self-knowledge

• Live with purity

• Help others

• Avoid harming anyone

• Chant divine names

• Maintain inner peace

These practices raise vibration and prepare the soul.

Role of Modern Technology

Bapuji appreciates technology and AI as tools for spreading knowledge. He believes they help humanity access deeper spiritual wisdom faster than ever before. His daily live sessions since 2020 aim to awaken souls worldwide.

Conclusion: Sanatan View of Rapture and Ascension

According to Bapuji, rapture in Sanatan Dharma is:

• Not a future miracle

• Not external rescue

• Not selective reward

It is:

✔ Self-realization
✔ Vibrational elevation
✔ Light-body transformation
✔ Union with the Supreme

Ascension is the completion of spiritual evolution. It has happened before. It is happening now. It will happen again. But it begins inside you.