Geethartha Chinthane 20: Sensitivity in Dharma and Adharma
Team Udayavani, Aug 29, 2024, 7:05 AM IST
The word “Dharma” is interpreted as “Dharanat Dharma Ityaahuh…” Dharana means to sustain. Upholding the system of the world is Dharma, and anything opposed to this is Adharma. In essence, Dharma is the holistic consideration of the system as a whole and the empowerment of that system.
Some people claim that they can perform their duties honestly without believing in God. However, this cannot be considered Dharma. This is because honesty is not stable. God is the foundation of all values. Stability exists only when there is an awareness of what is acceptable to God and what is not. Srimadacharya stated, “Tadviruddha Sarvopi Adharmah,” meaning that anything opposed to this is Adharma.
Some individuals may perform rituals, but if they do not believe in God, they are internally atheistic. Their worship is merely for show. The word “Sarvopi” is used to clarify that even these individuals do not fall under the scope of Dharma.
When a snake catches a frog, the frog cries out. Should we free the frog or not? If we argue that the frog is food for the snake, then when a wolf catches a child, should we remain silent, considering the child as food for the wolf? Some might argue this way. Therefore, it is not possible to make a clear-cut list of what constitutes Dharma and Adharma. In such situations, one must rely on “Sakshiprajne” (conscience or inner witness).
~ Sri Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji of Paryaya Sri Puthige Sri Krishna Matha
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