Peace & Ahimsa In Life : New Year's Message

By Acharya Mahapragya

The first principle of ahimsa is “Purity of thought, emotion, and deed”. Ahimsa can be practiced through a completeness of these feelings. The current problem is sectarianism and inequality of wealth. These differences give birth to the problem of unrest. The second principle of ahimsa is “Observe prudence in material consumption.” Material possessions are not only for a select few but should be accessible to the entire society at large. I am visualizing the impending dangers to the existence of mankind. The mentality of imposing one’s sovereignty over others is getting stronger. As a result nations are accumulating weapons of mass destruction. Our desire for peace cannot be achieved through these contradictory actions. The solution to the present problem, in my opinion, is “self-restrain in life” which is the important principle. “Sanyam hi jeevan hai” means “self-restrain is life”. The key to solution will be stress free, fearless and free conscience. Let us usher in this pure conscience in the New Year and celebrate it with joy.

Source : 'AHIMSA NONVIOLENCE' Bi-monthly, Nov–Dec 2006, Vol.–II NO.6