When seeking blessings from God, we are like in the below photo
When seeking blessings from God, we are like in the below photo
What do you want to think?
What do you want to think?
What do you want to speak?
What do you want to write?
What do you want to read?
What do you want to listen?
What do you want to watch?
What do you want to do?
Answer: Void
எது சரி எது தவறு
இது சரி , இது தவறு என்று எதுவும் இல்லை. வலிமையின் தரப்பு நியாயம் என்று ஏற்றுக்கொள்ள படுகிறது அல்லது திணிக்கப்படுகிறது. பலகினமானவர்களின் தரப்பு அநியாயம் என்று கற்பிக்கப்படுகிறது. இதுவே மனித உலகின் , மனிதர்களின் நியதி ஆகும்.
புலியின் நியாயம், மானுக்கு அநியாயம். மானின் நியாயம், புலிக்கு அநியாயம்.
மானை வேட்டையாடாதே பாவம் என்று புலிக்கு சொல்லமுடியாது. புலி பட்டினி கிடந்தது இறந்து விடும்.
புலியிடமிருந்து தப்பி செல்லாதே, புலி பாவம் என்று மானிடம் சொல்லமுடியாது. மான் இறந்து விடும்.
மானை கொன்ற பாவம் புலியை சேருமா, அல்லது புலியிடமிருந்து தப்பித்து புலியை பட்டினி போட்ட பாவம் மானை சேருமா. யார் சரி, யார் தவறு.
அவரவர் தரப்பு அவரவர்க்கு நியாயம்.
பகத்சிங் தவறு என்று சொன்னது பிரிட்டிஷ் அரசாங்கம். பகத்சிங் சரி என்று சொன்னது இந்தியா. வலிமையானது அதன் பார்வையில் இருந்து சரி தவறை முடிவு செய்கிறது. பிரிட்டிஷ் வலிமையில் இருந்தபோது தவறு என்று கருதப்பட்டது, இந்தியா வலிமை பெற்ற பின் சரி என்று கருதப்பட்டது.
வலிமை ஒருவரிடமிருந்து ஒருவருக்கு மாறிக்கொண்ட இருக்கும், நியதிகளும் மாறிக்கொண்டே இருக்கும், சரியும் தவறும் மாறிக்கொண்டே இருக்கும்.
சரி என்பதும் தவறு என்பதும் சுயநலத்தை அடிப்படையாகக்கொண்டு தீர்மானிக்கப்படுகிறது.
உங்களை யாரேனும் தவறு என்று கூறினால், அது அவர்களது சுயநலத்தின் அடிப்படையில் அவர்கள் உருவாக்கிக்கொண்ட ஓர் கருத்து ஆகும். உண்மையில் நீங்கள் தவறல்ல, உண்மையில் தவறென்றும் சரியென்றும் எதுவும் இல்லை.
மனித சட்டம் என்று ஒன்று உள்ளது, அது பலகினமானவர்களை தண்டிப்பதற்க்காக வலிமையானவர்களால் உருவாக்கப்பட்டதாகும்.
பழம்காலத்தில் வர்ணாசிர சட்டம் கடைபிடிக்கப்பட்டது. இன்று அரசாங்க குற்றவியல் சட்டம் கடைபிடிக்கப்படுகிறது, இரண்டும் பலகினமானவர்களை தண்டிப்பதற்க்காக வலிமையானவர்களால் உருவாக்கப்பட்டதாகும். பாரபட்சமற்ற நீதி என்பது மனிதர்கள் உலகில் கிடையாது.
இயற்கையின் நியதி புரிந்துகொள்ள முடியாதது. இயற்கை, மனித நியதிகளை அது விரும்பும்போது மாற்றி அமைந்துவிடும். பாரபட்சமற்ற நீதி இயற்கையிடம் மட்டுமே உள்ளது.
Gist of Osho teaching
What is motorcycle as bare metal?
A two wheeler with an engine to rotate the wheel provided throttle, brake to control the speed. What is motorcycle engine(petrol engine or ICE) – motorcycle engines converts heat energy into motion energy. What is electric motor – a motor which converts electric energy into motion energy.
How motorcycle differs? They differ in engine capacity, engine tuning, weight, wheelbase, height, rider sitting triangle or sitting ergonomics, suspension tuning, tire grip, fuel efficiency.
Our feelings, emotions over motorcycle are pure delusions which our mind creates. Once delusions are faded away over a period of time, then we will see a bare metal with wheels, engine, throttle, brake. We do not feel carburetor or fuel injector, battery and other internal parts till they are working fine, like our internal body parts.
Motorcycle selling companies consistently create the delusions over bikes to keep their business profitable.
Life is full of delusions and delusions give excitement to living. Delusions are required to live the materialistic life happily. Delusion is natural and a biological necessity to keep the “life” continuing. We get the “feel of life” from our delusions, like we get the “feel of bike”.
How to become Rich from salaried employee without any background or ancestral wealth?
In order to become rich from salaried employee without any background or ancestral wealth, you need three things in favor of you.
- You have to earn more than what do you need to live
- You have to invest the excess
- Your investment has to grow or appreciate
You have to earn excess, If you are in short of money/salary for your living too, then you will not have money for investment. So earn more than what do you need to live.
Invest the excess money in realty, gold, shares, mutual fund, bonds, in (your/other) business, in (your/other)company.
Your investment have to grow in value or appreciate in value. This is not in your control. Luck has to favor you in 3rd point. Various factors involved in the 3rd point which is beyond your control.
If you do the first two things correctly and then 3rd point also favors you, then you become rich over a period of time. You need to wait for some time for your investment to grow.
If you are not earning more than what do you need, then you can not invest the excess. If you are not investing, then there is no scope for growth or appreciation.
In order to taste the luck/appreciation, you need to invest.
Earn more, invest the excess, pray for appreciation of your investment to become rich.
But, if you want to live happily, enjoy, then SPEND the excess money. You have to earn more than what do you need to live. SPEND the excess to live happily. Spending gives you pleasurable and memorable experience in life.
To become rich, INVEST.
To live happily SPEND.
Choice is yours.
Note: Whatever is your salary, or how much is your salary… Your salary is not richness. It is a blunder to consider salary as richness. Salary is not a life long or evergreen income source. Salary will be stopped sooner or later.
Digital Renaissance need NEW God, Religion, Philosophy.
Humans are in their age of semi-conductors, internet, digital money, AI. We are in digital Renaissance.
The Gods, religions, philosophies induced by agrarian social model will not work out any more in digital era. They are obsolete, outdated.
The human invention of God, philosophies, religions, spirituality have taken humans from barbaric or cannibalism to peaceful resource sharing society. Countries, big societies are formed due to this inventions. They helped humans to organise in a larger scale or build unity.
We have a organised ways of resource sharing across billions of people. When I say resource sharing I mean, food, shelter, sex, cloths, etc. The way resources were shared in barbaric society was ruthless. Agrarian society has a better “competitive resource sharing practices” when compared to barbaric or savage society. Evolution of Marriage played a vital role in agrarian society. Though there were inequalities here and there, by and large agrarian model was better than barbaric model. Now resource sharing practices of agrarian model is failing in digital society. Marriage is failing frequently and leading to disappointment and frustration mostly in digital age. Economically independent woman does not require a role called “husband” in long run. Financially independent wife is in no need to serve a “husband” forever unconditionally till either one dies. Digital age need new resource sharing practices better than agrarian model. Marriage has to be abandoned or better child care and old age care process has to be evolved as per digital age.
The life values of agrarian social system are expired or diluted in Digital society. We used a ladder to claim from barbaric to agrarian social setup. We cannot attach to that ladder anymore. We need new lift to claim from digital era further. Drop the ladder which we built and used to claim. Now we have to build and use a modern elevator to claim from digital Renaissance.
We need new God, religion, spirituality, philosophy to claim further from digital age.
If we continue to use the age old ladder, the nemesis will be worse and unimaginable like we consume expired medicine or rotten food.
If we, let it evolve on its own, it will take it’s sweet time to evolve, and many people will suffer in various ways or die out of resource to live during this evolving period.
After attaining freedom from British, India wrote it’s Constitution immediately. It did not wait for the Constitution to evolve. Like that, it is time now for World to create it’s new God, religion, philosophy, spirituality, resource(food, shelter, clothing, sex, comfort, luxury,status,pride) sharing practices globally according to digital era. No time for experiment, trial and error. Consciously create a new belief system and values.
The Existential Roots of Communism: An Unlikely Connection
Existentialism and communism, seemingly disparate philosophical and political ideologies, found an unexpected intersection in the mid-20th century. The existentialist movement, marked by thinkers such as Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus, emerged in the aftermath of World War II, reflecting on the individual’s search for meaning in an apparently indifferent universe. While existentialism traditionally emphasizes individualism and personal responsibility, it played an influential role in shaping the intellectual landscape that contributed to the rise of communism.
Existentialism’s Terrain
Existentialism, born out of the ruins of war and the disillusionment with traditional moral frameworks, posits that existence precedes essence. This means that individuals are responsible for creating their own meaning and values in a world devoid of inherent purpose. Existentialist thinkers emphasized the importance of personal freedom, choice, and the rejection of external authorities dictating meaning.
The Individual and Alienation
Existentialism’s focus on the individual’s quest for meaning resonated with the alienation experienced by individuals in capitalist societies. The increasing industrialization and commodification of everyday life led many to feel disconnected from their labor and alienated from the products of their work. Existentialism, in its critique of alienation, provided a philosophical framework for individuals seeking alternatives to the status quo.
Existentialism and Marxism
Existentialism’s connection with communism became apparent through the influence of Marxist ideas on prominent existentialist thinkers. Jean-Paul Sartre, a key figure in existentialist philosophy, engaged with Marxist thought, particularly in his later works. Sartre’s exploration of the concept of “bad faith” and his emphasis on individual responsibility converged with Marxist critiques of capitalist exploitation.
Sartre’s Engagement with Marxism
Sartre’s existentialist philosophy evolved over time, and in his later works, he delved into Marxist concepts to address societal issues. In his famous work, “Critique of Dialectical Reason,” Sartre attempted to reconcile existentialism with Marxism, emphasizing the collective dimension of human existence. He argued that individuals are not isolated beings but are interconnected in a web of social relations, echoing Marxist ideas of class struggle and historical materialism.
Existentialism in Practice: The Rise of Communism
Existentialist ideas, when combined with Marxist principles, contributed to the rise of communism in various intellectual and political circles. The fusion of existentialism and Marxism provided a powerful narrative that resonated with individuals seeking meaning and purpose in a world marked by inequality and exploitation.
The global upheavals of the 1960s saw the convergence of existentialist and Marxist thought in various social and political movements. Student protests, anti-war demonstrations, and calls for social justice were infused with the spirit of existentialist rebellion against the perceived absurdity and injustices of the existing socio-political order.
While existentialism and communism may appear incompatible at first glance, their intersection reveals a complex interplay of ideas. Existentialism’s emphasis on individual freedom and responsibility, when coupled with Marxist critiques of societal structures, provided a fertile ground for the rise of communism. The synthesis of these seemingly opposing philosophies reflects the dynamic nature of intellectual and political movements, demonstrating that even disparate ideologies can converge to address the profound questions of human existence and societal organization.
The Challenge of Existentialism: A Critique of Faith-Centric Religions
Existentialism, a philosophical movement that emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries, posed a significant challenge to traditional religious frameworks that emphasize faith and belief. Rooted in the idea that existence precedes essence, existentialism questions the reliance on religious doctrines that prioritize faith over a direct engagement with reality and facts. This article explores how existentialism can be perceived as a response to what it sees as a failure of religions that prioritize faith and belief at the expense of a genuine confrontation with the complexities of human existence.
The Primacy of Existence
Existentialism, as championed by thinkers like Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus, places a strong emphasis on individual existence and the responsibility that comes with it. This stands in contrast to religious traditions that often prioritize faith in a higher power or divine plan. Existentialists argue that an overemphasis on faith can lead to a detachment from the immediate reality of human experience, preventing individuals from fully engaging with the complexities and uncertainties of life.
Freedom and Responsibility
Existentialist philosophy underscores the radical freedom and responsibility of the individual. Traditional religious doctrines, which often assert a predetermined divine plan, may be seen as limiting human agency and accountability. Existentialists argue that a reliance on faith without critical engagement can result in a passive acceptance of circumstances, hindering the development of a genuine sense of responsibility for one’s choices and actions.
Authenticity vs. Dogma
Existentialism advocates for authenticity – the idea that individuals should live in accordance with their own values and beliefs rather than adhering to external dogmas. Religions that emphasize faith sometimes run the risk of promoting dogmatic adherence to prescribed beliefs, stifling individual authenticity. Existentialism suggests that a more honest and meaningful existence arises from a constant questioning of beliefs and a willingness to confront the uncertainties of life head-on.
Meaning in a Secular World
Existentialism grapples with the question of meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. While religious traditions provide a structured framework of meaning through faith, existentialists argue for the creation of personal meaning through individual choices and experiences. The critique here is that reliance on faith may provide a comforting narrative, but it might not necessarily address the inherent existential angst that accompanies the human condition.
The Absurd and Religious Absolutism
Existentialists often confront the absurdity of life, asserting that the search for absolute meaning is futile. Religious traditions, by contrast, often claim to offer absolute truths and ultimate meaning. Existentialism challenges the idea that faith in these absolutes provides a genuine solution to the human quest for understanding and purpose, suggesting instead that meaning must be constructed within the context of individual experience.
Existentialism’s critique of religions that emphasize faith or belief can be seen as a call for a more engaged and authentic approach to human existence. While faith and belief play essential roles in many people’s lives, existentialism challenges the potential pitfalls of an uncritical reliance on these principles. It encourages individuals to confront the complexities of existence, take responsibility for their choices, and find meaning in a world that may not offer easy answers. In this way, existentialism serves as a reminder of the importance of a nuanced and thoughtful approach to the fundamental questions of human existence.
The Ripple Effect: The Absorption of Buddhist Ideology by Later Religions
Buddhism, born from the enlightened mind of Siddhartha Gautama, has exerted a profound influence on the spiritual landscape of the world. Its core tenets, centered around compassion, mindfulness, and the quest for enlightenment, have not only shaped the development of various Buddhist traditions but have also found resonance and absorption into the fabric of later religions. This article explores the ways in which the ideology of Buddhism has been assimilated by and contributed to the evolution of other major religious traditions.
Mindfulness and Meditation
Buddhism places a strong emphasis on mindfulness and meditation as tools for self-awareness and inner transformation. These practices, originally intrinsic to Buddhism, have transcended the confines of the tradition. In Christianity, for instance, contemplative prayer and monastic practices reflect a parallel commitment to cultivating a deep, meditative awareness. The Christian mystics, such as the Desert Fathers, incorporated elements of Buddhist-style meditation into their spiritual disciplines, demonstrating an absorption of Buddhist contemplative principles.
Compassion and Universal Love
The Buddhist concept of compassion (karuṇā) and loving-kindness (mettā) has significantly influenced later religions, particularly within the Abrahamic traditions. Jesus Christ’s teachings on love and forgiveness in Christianity echo the Buddhist emphasis on compassion as a transformative force. Islamic Sufism, too, with its focus on love for God and all creation, reflects a resonance with the universal love preached by Buddhism. The common thread of compassion woven through these traditions underscores the interplay of ideas across religious boundaries.
Detachment and Non-Attachment
The Buddhist principle of detachment, rooted in the understanding of impermanence and the nature of suffering, has left an indelible mark on various religious and philosophical systems. Hinduism, with its diverse array of schools of thought, absorbed Buddhist ideas, including the importance of renunciation and detachment, into its own evolving framework. The Advaita Vedanta tradition, for example, integrates aspects of Buddhist non-attachment into its teachings on transcending the material world.
Emphasis on Ethical Conduct
The ethical principles outlined in Buddhism, encapsulated in concepts such as the Eightfold Path, have influenced the moral frameworks of later religions. Islam, for instance, incorporates a comprehensive ethical code within its religious teachings, emphasizing righteousness, justice, and compassion. The Ten Commandments in Judaism and Christianity similarly underscore the moral imperatives of right conduct and ethical living, aligning with the Buddhist emphasis on moral virtues.
Rejection of Ritualism
Buddhism, in its early form, challenged the ritualistic practices prevalent in contemporary Hinduism. This rejection of ritualism found echoes in later religions, particularly in the Protestant Reformation within Christianity. Figures like Martin Luther sought to strip away what they considered extraneous rituals and emphasized a direct, personal connection with God, reminiscent of the Buddhist rejection of elaborate rituals in favor of inner transformation.
Conclusion
The assimilation of Buddhist ideology into later religions highlights the dynamic nature of religious thought and the cross-pollination of ideas across cultural and geographical boundaries. As humanity continues its spiritual journey, the shared values of mindfulness, compassion, ethical conduct, and detachment serve as bridges between diverse religious traditions. The ripples of Buddhist thought have not only enriched the traditions from which they originated but have also contributed to the tapestry of global spirituality, fostering a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all religious pursuits.