As I'm reading The Bhagavad Gita I can't help but ask myself this question: To what extent are these believers not giving into the 'evils' of pleasure?
It's
become clear that Krishna and the Hindu religion do not agree with one
wasting life giving into the pleasures of life. This is thought to be
'ignorant' in the Hindu faith. However, where is the line drawn between
being a human being and participating in evil actions? To divulge into
a huge slice of chocolate cake and coffee, is that evil? Is it evil to
stay up late to watch your favorite show on a school night?
I understand that the main concept of Hinduism is for its followers to practice to try
to seek the good. I respect this message in every way. I think it
would be interesting to read about the life of a Hindu that was born
into the religion and actually found his way to follow all aspects of
the faith. Personally, it would be the hardest thing to do. However,
to give up such pleasures will send the followers to their goal of being
united with the God head, a powerful motivation.
Just some food for thought. Could you do it?
I am a Hindu who was born in a Hindu home. i try my best to strive to attain to these ideals, but it is not necessarily restrictive; however, you are right when you say it is hard. It is not as restrictive because one has not given up on something if he still thinks about it. If you need that TV show to satisfy you, watch it because if you don't you will dwell on it and that is not detachment. If you dwell on it you are not focused on resting or doing your homework to the best of your ability for the next days class.
ReplyDeleteThat is a really good example, Raj. Thank you, that has helped me look at this question's answer differently
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