A wise person forgives and forgets. It is said that the anger of the wise one is like striking water with a stick – the ripples caused by the stick quickly dissipate, but the anger of the unwise is like scratching a stone – the scratch may last a long time, maybe forever. Therefore, your anger should be on the surface only, not in the heart, otherwise it will be a problem to forgive and to forget.
The best technique for overcoming an emotional situation is to think “it WAS” but now it has gone. Why should I worry about this? Why should I be angry? Why should I suffer? Time has passed. In India there is a saying, “when a dog bites you, you cannot bite it back”. There is only one thing to do… in future, be careful of the dog. So with your heart practice forgiveness. Use your knowledge and your wisdom. Forget it.
Spiritual values and wisdom are based upon the principles of love, compassion, tolerance, kindness, humility and purity - purity of thought, word and deed. Mental pollution is the worst kind of pollution existing today. Selfish thoughts and actions deepen the duality between ‘mine’ and ‘yours’ therefore if we want peace in the world, we must first have peace within and recognise that everybody wants peace in their life.
Wars and environmental disasters arise due to human behaviour alone. Many natural disasters are in fact not ‘natural’ but are the consequence of man’s actions on Earth. We ought to remember that we are members of a larger community of life on this planet and for that reason, our moral and spiritual responsibility must extend to non-human beings also. Development and progress should not be about increasing monetary wealth for individuals or nations, but be based upon the peaceful, sustainable and ecological provision for all peoples, creatures and the environment.
The Vedic culture of Sanatan Dharma is the oldest spiritual tradition on earth, which like others, teaches the transformative power of forgiveness, harmony, cooperation and unity for peace. It deepens our awareness and awakens our inner understanding of divine governance. To practice Sanatan Dharma means to open our heart to all, without exception – to give help, tolerance, understanding and respect to all nations, cultures and religions.
To create world peace, we have only two days - yesterday and today. Nobody has ever seen tomorrow. With hindsight we must learn from our mistakes of yesterday and with that knowledge act appropriately today.
Simple living and higher thinking is what should govern our life in this world. Peace is the aspiration of all generations of humanity, regardless of culture, religion or political persuasion. Peace is the common desire of all. Therefore give others your understanding and forgiveness. Treat others as you wish to be treated and awaken universal love.
Tolerance, love and respect are the universal powers that will unite all of humanity.
