
| *3.) It is not a rare occurrence. 4.) The karma of obsession or weakness of spirit can easily set a barrier between the disciple and Teacher. *5.) Self-Correction by one expelled can bring one back to the point at which the path was interrupted. *6.) Disciple must understand the need for ""haste, and apply oneself to one’s task without doubt or reservation."" 7.) It is difficult to see as a disciple, one who has no questions to put to one’s Teacher. 8.) Of course, questions and answers will come in due time, and the living tissue of trust will saturate space. |
| Discarded disciples (or deserters and betrayers) Future Consequences: *1.) When Teacher severs link with a failed disciple, the ‘ring’ received from the Teacher must be returned by the disciple. 2.) Cause by any violation of Lord’s Teaching, by disciple’s: a.) Betrayal; b.) Disobedience; c.) Disrespect; d.) Ungrateful; e.) Hypocrisy; f.) Selfishness; g.) Treason. |