The Real Meaning of Diksa-Initiation Diksa actually means initiating a disciple with transcendental knowledge by which he becomes freed from all material contamination. Unless one is initiated by a bona fide spiritual master, all his devotional activities are useless. A person who is not properly initiated can descend again into the animal species. The spiritual master awakens the sleeping living entity to his original consciousness so that he can worship Lord Visnu. This is the purpose of diksa, or initiation.
Initiation means receiving the pure knowledge of spiritual consciousness.
Unless one is initiated by the right person who always carries within his heart the Supreme Personality of Godhead, one cannot acquire the power to carry the Supreme Godhead within the core of one's own heart. Associating with like minded devotees is conducive, and necessary for spiritual growth. Giving and receiving gifts from devotees. Inquiring and advising in confidence from devotees. Honoring and distributing prasadam between devotees.