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In the Indian tradition, great spiritual personalities of bygone times are never referred to as dead or gone because once a person has achieved union with the Ultimate, she/he transcends the boundaries of mere physical existence. Though not present physically, they continue to exist in more subtle form for the sake of the sadhaks or seekers who need their help along the path of spiritual development. Reading about the lives of such people helps one by providing inspiration to begin and tread firmly the spiritual path; it helps in connecting with them, which effectively paves the way for receiving their guidance and grace.