It is a physical memory acquired through various interactions, particularly sexual relationships, leaving a significant imprint on the body's memory...
Have you ever pondered why you have either positive or negative relationships with those around you? How do some relationships endure a lifetime, while others dissolve immediately? Sometimes, an instant connection forms with someone, while with others, you feel an immediate urge to avoid them. This phenomenon is attributed to runanubandh.
Runanubandh literally translates to "a contract of debt," signifying promises to be fulfilled in the future or in subsequent lives. It refers to any bond forged as a consequence of karmic debts incurred in past lives or the present one. It is a physical memory acquired through various interactions, particularly sexual relationships, leaving a significant imprint on the body's memory.
The acquisition of this memory can stem from both blood relationships and sexual relationships. Concerning sexual relationships, a woman's body tends to retain more memory. Conversely, in terms of genetic material, a man's body holds more memory. Nature has orchestrated this discrepancy with a specific purpose: women bear children from men who are not genetically linked to them. Therefore, it's crucial for a woman's genetic memory to be less pronounced to ensure the successful gestation of a child.
Our body has memory, with a significant impact of intimate relationships on one's energy and the feelings of guilt and confusion associated with them. It underscores that guilt is socially conditioned and varies based on societal norms.
For instance, when you borrow money from a bank, you are obliged to repay it along with interest. Until you settle the debt entirely, you remain indebted to the bank. Similarly, you owe debts to numerous individuals from your past lives. These karmic bonds bring them into your life in this birth, leading to varied emotions such as love, hatred, jealousy, compassion, and more, resulting in different dynamics with each person.
The duration of any relationship in your life aligns with the duration of your karmic debt. You either come to settle or retrieve something from your karmic bonds in this lifetime. Some debts may take a lifetime to repay, while others can be resolved swiftly.
A runanubandh manifests at four levels: the body, mind, intellect, and soul. The most potent bonds are formed through physical touch at the bodily level. With trillions of cells in our bodies, each capable of storing approximately 8 GB of data, even a simple handshake or hug can create a lasting memory, becoming a runanubandh. The intensity of the bond depends on the intention behind the touch. For instance, a woman subjected to physical harassment may find it hard to forget, strengthening her karmic bond with that person. Conversely, a husband's loving gesture, like giving his wife a flower, may fade physically but lingers in memory, deepening their bond. The stronger the karmic bond, the harder it is to attain liberation (moksha) unless resolved. Decreasing physical contact reduces the chances of accumulating further karmic bonds, leading to the practice of Namaste and avoiding physical handshakes in Sanatan Dharma.
Even strong desires can create new karmic bonds. Unfulfilled desires in this life may carry over into the next birth. For example, someone yearning to become a king establishes a karmic bond with that position. If the desire is sincere, they may be reborn closer to that role. Conversely, insincere desires may lead to painful experiences, teaching the lesson of working towards genuine intentions.
At times, you might find yourself constantly giving without receiving in your family. This situation could stem from being indebted to your family, born solely to repay their karmic debt. Even your pets represent karmic bonds from past lives. The desire to feed a stray animal in your neighborhood may also be a result of runanubandh with that animal.
Various types of karmic debts exist in life, such as debts to parents (Matru-Pitru runa), land (Sthan runa), society (Samaj runa), teachers (Guru runa), rulers (King’s runa), and religious debts. From birth, you incur debts to your parents, land, and society. Simply paying for goods or services does not absolve these debts. You are also indebted to sages and teachers for upholding righteousness and spreading knowledge, contributing to the goodness and culture in society today.
Identifying the purpose of each relationship and your role within it is essential for improvement. It is your choice to resolve your karmic debts in this life and live joyfully or carry them into the next birth to confront them anew.
Various practices like Klesha Nashana Kriya, fire wash, and water wash are suggested for cleansing physical memories and maintaining sensitivity to one's environment. Additional practices such as standing in strong winds and using soil in clothes washing are recommended to minimize the accumulation of unwanted memories.
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