Anurag Sagar holds a significant place within the Dharamdasi branch of the Kabir Panth, serving as a foundational scripture that elucidates profound philosophical concepts and spiritual insights. While traditionally attributed to Sant Kabir, scholars suggest that it was likely composed by one of his devout followers belonging to the Dharamdasi sect during the 18th century CE.
The text unfolds as a dialogue between Sant Kabir and his
prominent disciple, Dharamdasa, providing a deep exploration of the creation of the universe and the fundamental principles underlying existence. Sant Kabirdas
expounds upon the genesis of the cosmos, starting from the unmanifested state
of being. According to Anurag Sagar, Sat Purusha (Bhagavan) initiates the
process by manifesting the Shabda (word), from which emanates the divine world
known as Sat Loka.
Central to the narrative is the character of Niranjana, also
referred to as Kala or Time, who is portrayed as one of the sixteen sons of Sat
Purusha, representing manifestations of divine power. After venerating Sat
Purusha for an extensive period spanning seventy yugas or ages, Kala attains
the authority to govern creation. He exercises this dominion through the agency
of Maya, often conceptualized as the divine energy or Shakti, and through the
trio of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, the cosmic deities responsible for the
processes of creation, preservation, and destruction respectively.
Anurag Sagar delineates how souls within the realm of
creation become ensnared by Maya, entangled in myriad rituals and erroneous
beliefs, thus veering away from the path of spiritual truth. The text
underscores the necessity of discerning the authentic teachings of Kabir to
liberate oneself from the illusions of Maya and attain spiritual enlightenment.
Through its allegorical storytelling and profound
metaphysical discourse, Anurag Sagar continues to serve as a guiding light for
adherents of the Dharamdasi Sect, offering insights into the nature of
existence, the journey of the soul, and the ultimate quest for self-realization
in the Kabirian tradition.