IITian Baba
The Mirage of Enlightenment
In an era where social media determines who we call wise, an unlikely figure has emerged — an IIT graduate turned sanyasi, now viral for his cryptic philosophies. With his saffron robes and piercing gaze, he speaks of detachment, higher consciousness, and the pursuit of ultimate truth.
Yet, there’s one detail that many seem to overlook — in several videos, he is seen holding a joint, his movements sluggish, his speech occasionally slurred. The signs are subtle but unmistakable.
The Illusion of Substance-Induced Spirituality
Cannabis, like many psychoactive substances, plays tricks on the mind. It alters perception, distorts reality, and enhances introspection to the point of deception. Under its influence, fleeting thoughts can feel profound, the world appears interconnected, and emotions take on a surreal depth.
But this isn’t enlightenment. It’s intoxication masquerading as wisdom.
The danger lies in mistaking this chemically altered state for spiritual awakening. Many believe that smoking cannabis grants access to divine consciousness, that it opens doors to higher realms of thought. The truth, however, is much simpler — cannabis does not elevate consciousness, it manipulates it.
A truly enlightened mind does not need external stimulants to perceive the depth of existence. The pursuit of wisdom is a path of clarity, not intoxication.
The Danger of Misplaced Influence
Figures like IITian Baba create an illusion that intoxication and wisdom go hand in hand. Young, impressionable minds are led to believe that substance use can be a gateway to spirituality — that smoking weed will bring them closer to enlightenment.
This is not a critique of spirituality. It is a critique of false prophets — of those who use intoxication as a shortcut to what can only be attained through discipline, awareness, and deep self-exploration.
True spiritual growth is not found in the haze of a joint. It is found in the sharp clarity of an undistracted mind.In an era where social media determines who we call wise, an unlikely figure has emerged — an IIT graduate turned sanyasi, now viral for his cryptic philosophies. With his saffron robes and piercing gaze, he speaks of detachment, higher consciousness, and the pursuit of ultimate truth.
Yet, there’s one detail that many seem to overlook — in several videos, he is seen holding a joint, his movements sluggish, his speech occasionally slurred. The signs are subtle but unmistakable.
True spiritual growth is not found in the haze of a joint. It is found in the sharp clarity of an undistracted mind.