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My respectful regards and sincere greetings to all intellectuals and scholars, especially
to those who are concerned with the welfare of the world. I wish to share with you
an idea that has been in my mind for a long while: this is that I should publish
the insights that have come to me after deep consideration about the state of the
world, and thus fulfil my duty by conveying my findings to the citizens of the world.
I am happy that this objective is being realized through this book. It is indeed
a sense of fulfillment.
Most of the people of the world are caught up in routine family problems, which
cause them plenty of suffering. If they only think a while on these problems, they
can find solutions. This should enable them to get out of their problems and lead
a trouble-free life. However, a lot of people are unable to find time for thinking
out solutions to their problems. It therefore becomes the duty of intellectuals
who are concerned about the common welfare to take on this work for the sake of
all people. They should not only find the answers but also convey them to the people
with love and compassion so as to be of real benefit to them. Only such a sense
of duty has always prompted me to publish the results of my research. Several learned
persons have given the world the results of their findings and thought processes.
I appreciate the work of all these intellectuals and bless them. I am also pleased
to bless the people at large who read these works and derive benefit from them.
Limitations of Knowledge and the Causes of Illusion
Man's knowledge is severely limited by the capacity of his senses. This limitation
has been responsible for the enduring illusion over generations that the real nature
of space is plain vacuum, comprised of nothing whatsoever. No individual need be
criticized for perpetuating this illusion; nor can the responsibility be cast on
the shoulders of thinkers of the past. The five senses of man comprehend very little;
there are nearly unlimited functions and results that are entirely outside the scope
of his five senses. To understand these, one has to utilize his sixth sense, which
has the unique property of inferring the hidden or unknown, and has to further develop
this faculty to fathom the secrets of Nature. Just as the stars are always invisible
to the blind, and to us during the day, we do not understand the invisible or incomprehensible
attributes of Nature because of our limitations. However, we cannot conclude that
these attributes do not exist.
Ever since the advent of primordial man, humanity has continued through births of
countless generations. The knowledge acquired at a time and place because of a particular
need of a given generation may not be obtainable by other people elsewhere. The
enlightened people, however, have been able to explain to others the truths that
they perceived in their inner vision. Others do not perceive these truths directly,
in the same manner, so if they are required to pass on these experiences to others
they are able to do so only approximately. In such transmission, it is inevitable
that there are additions that are often imaginary. As the transmission continues,
the imaginary components are inserted as part of the doctrine. Over time, as the
original vision is embroidered imaginatively, more fantasies are added and finally
the initial truth is modified substantially. Now, who is to point out this departure
from the truth? When the wise people of later ages who realize the truth reveal
it, the mind of the public, immersed in habitual beliefs and practices, is not ready
to accept their statements. This is how false stories came to be propagated about
the principle of divinity. Unless these false concepts are removed there is no scope
for humanity to seek and realize the truth.
The present age has seen a tremendous growth in scientific advancement and technology.
We have been able to make various timesaving devices for comfort and convenient
living. Along with such progress, a multiplicity of deities has also come into being,
in place of the one God. But it does not matter; now there is a good way out.
Realization of Truth
Applying the sixth sense for deep thought and by practicing meditation we can obtain
the explanation for the real function of the mind, which had so far eluded us. Pain,
pleasure, peace and ecstasy are the four significant types of feelings experienced
by mankind. Except pain, the other three are acceptable and suitable for life. Pain
comes in the way of enjoying life. How is pain generated? The answer to this question
begins with the understanding that all actions in the universe take place only by
the divine power. The divine power is the fundamental source that becomes any shape
and any set of attributes.It is that divine fluid that is the origin of all forces,
called the omnipotent Almighty. Just as an inseparable shadow accompanies every
object the omniscient consciousness of the Almighty acts as order of function in
every form and action appropriately.
All things and all functions of Nature are in order because of this omnipotent force
and consciousness. Without understanding this great truth, if one does not act in
tune with Nature, that is the point where pain comes into being. The moral principle
for the enjoyment of a pure life is the continuous awareness and avoidance of all
acts, circumstances and causes that are likely to lead to pain. Man has the capacity
to realize this truth of Nature and live accordingly. Realization of any truth which
makes life happier is a divine realization.
This knowledge or God realization is the understanding of the Almighty or infinite
space, which has transformed as all things throughout the universe, at all times.
Pure space is the penetrative fluid that can permeate all things. It pervades and
fills the entire universe as infinitesimal energy particles. Neither by senses nor
by mind can this fundamental substance be comprehended. Therefore, there is the
illusion that this fundamental divine fluid does not exist at all. On the contrary,
this divine fluid, pure space, has three potentials :
1. Force
2. Consciousness and
3. Plenum
This divine fluid, the pure space, is the inexhaustible fullness, Plenum. It is
the source of all forces in the universe. Hence, it is that we call the omnipotent,
the Almighty. This same almighty power is the divine light called consciousness.
In waveform, these three potentials (force, consciousness and plenum) are inherent
in all the various manifestations of the universe. The subtle energy particles and
their groupings are the perceived tangible forms in which the pure space is hidden.
Karma Yoga
The special design of the human body and the potential greatness of man's wisdom
both clearly indicate that, in contrast with other living beings, it is eminently
suitable for man to practice karma yoga.
The phrase `karma yoga' contains a deep meaning. While karma is action, yoga should
be understood as a way of life in which one is linked with the divine state and
lives according to Nature's laws. In brief, karma yoga is a way of life in which
God realization and the virtuous way of living are combined. Irrespective of one's
place of living, karma yoga is the suitable way of life. Karma yoga is the most
beneficial way of life for all people of the world.
If one compares the characteristics of the human mind and body with the nature of
the divine state, one will most certainly be drawn to the conclusion that karma
yoga alone is the proper way of life for humanity, which leads to success along
with peace of mind. This way of life includes
l. The culture of every individual, and
2. The collective human culture of the world.
Human life has been in existence since primitive ages. Depending on the place, time
and growth of knowledge and also on man's felt needs, actions and concepts have
been developing and continuing up to the present. If one looks at human life as
it obtains now, one finds many problems due to actions that are unreasonable. As
a result one finds heinous crimes and resulting tragedy everywhere. In this world
that has evolved from the divine space as its origin, there is absolutely no need
at all to continue to experience such misery.
Eminent thinkers should bring clarity and courage in action to the aid of society
and apply corrective measures to the extent possible with determination. In this
endeavor, the present age with its scientific growth and worldwide educational setup
is most suited to such measures. Utilising these good opportunities, mankind has
to strive to evolve a new culture and thus experience a peaceful life without pains
and miseries. Enabling this is the duty of socially conscious thinkers. There are
literally millions of such thinkers who are deeply motivated to act by such thoughts.
It is on their behalf and by way of expressing their aspirations that I have taken
upon myself the duty of expressing their ideas. With the blessings of all those
intellectuals and enlightened thinkers, I take up this work.
If the collective culture of the human race is to be pure, it has to begin from
purification of the individual's culture. At the same time the human culture worldwide
should be reformed step by step. With these two basic objectives, I have developed
plans that are based on the code of Five fold Moral Culture for the individual,
and Vethathirian Principles of Life for society as a whole. I call upon every adult
capable of focusing on these two plans to take part in the effort and derive benefit.
This is required both for the present and the future.
Enlightened readers! My benediction to all of you. My efforts do not stem from egoism;
in putting forth my ideas I am mindful only of the highest divine law. I request
you and those with whom you associate to confer and examine these ideas from time
to time and help in their utilization for the people of the world.
The Five-Fold Moral Culture
1. Each person must live by the earnings made through his or her own mental or physical
labor.
2. One's method of living should not cause any suffering to the body or mind of
any person.
3. One should not kill any living being for food.
4. One must have the utmost respect for the possessions and freedom of others, and
help to protect them.
5. One must cultivate loving kindness and strive to alleviate the miseries of others
to the extent possible.
For the miseries of humanity to fade away and humankind to thrive, we now have a
code of conduct and the clear intention to follow it. Before explaining in detail,
a few more points are to be considered. For a secure base and support of our reformed
culture of life, it is essential that we first avoid four self-destructive habits,
as given below:
1. Intoxicating drugs are to be totally avoided;
2. Abolition of the murderous tendency to wage war and the atrocities that accompany
it;
3. Eschewing lies, that spoil the harmony between body, mind, consciousness and
the divinity; and
4. Avoidance of tobacco in any form, as it will prohibit the subtle, divine functioning
of the bio-magnetism in the brain cells.
Now I shall go into detail about the Five-Fold Moral Culture.
1. Each person must live by the earnings made through his or her own mental or physical
labor.
There should simply not be any question of taking another person's possessions.
Everyone has his needs. If he cannot fulfil these by his own earning, it becomes
necessary for him to make use of someone else's hard-earned possessions. If this
is allowed, eventually human life will start resembling animal life.
Animals do not have the capacity to produce the foodstuff that they need to satisfy
hunger. Most of them therefore depend for their food on killing and eating other
animals. If mankind does not follow the noble moral culture of living on one's own
earnings, our lifestyle will become cruel like that of animals. Just imagine, whenever
a carnivorous animal becomes hungry it is obliged to do four deeds, namely
1. Torturing another living being
2. Killing it
3. Violently claiming its body as food and
4. Destroying its freedom to live.
Since these crimes cause pain and suffering to living beings, they are called sinful
deeds when committed by a human being.
Every thought and action by a living being gets shrunk and compressed by the Almighty
self-compressive surrounding pressure, and stored in the form of waves in its Genetic
Center. When circumstances are appropriate, these concentrated waves blossom again
into actions and thoughts. This sets the pattern for the four evils mentioned above
to form the way of living for animals. These four patterns of action have become
the character of the Genetic Center of every carnivorous member of the animal kingdom.
As mankind has evolved from animal ancestors, these crimes also characterize the
human Genetic Center, which determines the way we lead our lives. This is why the
aforesaid four sinful tendencies have become natural to mankind and are continuing
through heredity. If you look at the criminal codes and laws all over the world,
you will find that the actions identified as crimes throughout history can all be
described as one of these four types. To avoid committing these four offences and
change his characterized actions and thoughts, man must work hard, using his body
and mind, to make his way of life divine.
2. Our method of living should not cause any suffering to the body or mind of any
person.
The divine law is such that Nature is never the cause of suffering; only man creates
all pains and miseries. Only the injustices perpetrated by mankind are responsible
for all the suffering now prevailing in the world. Therefore, if every person decides
to abide by this principle of not causing pain to anyone else, would society not
live in peace?
3. One should not kill any living being for food.
We have considered this point and its effects already under the First Principle
of this Code, above. It is enough if we recall what has been said.
4. One must have the utmost respect for the possessions and freedom of others, and
help to protect them.
We do not need a great deal of explanation for this statement. This code of conduct
is absolutely essential to remove from the human society the growing tendency of
exploiting others in various ways.
5. One must cultivate loving kindness and strive to alleviate the miseries of others
to the extent possible.
Society as a whole is able to function only with the labor of all and cooperation
and help from everyone. This is essential. This noble way of living will bring happiness
to all.
To sum up, I suggest that all adults and thinkers should endeavor to realize the
benefits of this Five-Fold Moral Culture and begin to sincerely follow it in life.
It will be a good idea for all to take a vow that they will follow this five-fold
code of conduct in life. Let the intellectuals assume the duty of spreading the
merits of the code among the general public.
Let its implementation be considered a sacred human obligation
Vethathirian Principles of Life
Let us now come to consideration of the culture that is recommended as most appropriate
for all people in the world. We have named it "Vethathirian Principles of Life".
At various times and places I have expressed in writing my views and conclusion
on different subjects. In addition, I have also analyzed and added some thoughts
of intellectuals who have given sincere attention to the subject of the welfare
of the world. It is the combination of all these that is being offered below as
a model culture for the good of the world. Several friends have looked into the
merit and depth of this subject and have requested me to designate it the "Vethathirian
Principles of Life". In grateful respect for their wishes, I have accepted the title
and have given a list of fourteen principles of life for the welfare of humanity
together as "Vethathirian Principles of Life".
I request scholars to have a good look at these principles and, if they find that
they are good, to present them to the people of the world in suitable ways to shape
into a model for world culture. In this model, there are fourteen principles. They
are as follows:
World without War
The very idea of war must be utterly eradicated from the world of humanity.
Economic justice
In the economic sphere, justice must be assured.
A Fair Judiciary
An approach entirely in harmony with Nature is required in the realm of Justice.
One World Federal Government
There should be a World Government responsible to the entire world population and
in which the people of the world will all be able to participate.
Reformation of Culture
This is the Five-fold Moral Culture I have described above.
Living under the Guidance of Intellectuals
We know how the actions of a few persons are able to spoil the lives of many human
beings. With the help of suggestions from thinkers appropriate to the present times,
we should be able to remedy the situation. The human race has great variety: there
are people of various age groups, from youth to the aged, and of various levels
of knowledge, from the illiterate to the highly learned. Each group may possibly
think that their actions alone are correct and just, but only the thinkers and intellectuals
would be able to ascertain how people's actions may negatively affect the entire
community. It follows, therefore, that on behalf of the entire community the laws
and conduct codes should be formulated and implemented only by such thinkers.
Respecting Womanhood and Giving Full Equal Rights
It is well known that the contributions of women to society in terms of service
and knowledge are essential, valuable and useful. Not realizing the value of such
contributions, males have, by their arrogance, often subjected women to degradation,
poverty and subjugation. In order to reform this social evil and to bring the merits
of womanhood to light so that all will have true respect and regard for women, a
suitable code of conduct is necessary.
Living in Tune with the Law of Nature
It is the force and consciousness of the Divine State that has brought forth and
is maintaining the universe. Prompted by his ego, man fails to appreciate the power
of divinity, and his resultant actions create problems for the human society. It
is the duty of intellectuals to prevent this mistake by raising the standard of
society. The plan for this, which we call `Living in tune with the Law of Nature'
has to be carefully drafted and implemented.
Avoiding unnecessary rituals and festivals
The objective of Vethathirian Principles of Life is the removal of actions leading
to suffering and the development of ways and means for peaceful living. Through
this plan we must work towards that objective.
Sports to be made non-commercial and only for children
Modern professional sports generate rivalry, jealousy and enmity in varying degrees
among individuals and nations these days. Hence, it is proposed that games and sports
should be restricted to children for the purpose of promoting the physical and mental
health of the youth.
The Educational Curriculum to include Teaching the Law of Cause and Effect
This addition to the educational curriculum should reach students from the primary
school level to the university level.
Expounding the Philosophy of Magnetism
In the dynamics of this universe, the tremendous power of magnetism is important
both in Nature and by way of its artificial production. Even in these days of great
advancements in science, it appears that mankind has not developed a proper appreciation
of the value of magnetism. Teaching about the real nature and truth of magnetism
should be included in the educational system at all levels.
Food and water to be available for each person of the world
There is no need to emphasize the essentiality of food and water to humanity. These
two natural treasures should not become exclusively the property of individuals
or groups, but must be available to everyone, just like sunlight and air.
Universal Agreement on One Truth (God) to bring about One World Religion Acceptable
by All
There cannot be more than one Divine State. Misrepresentation of this fact has sparked
communal hatred and conflicts, leading to wars and mental turmoil throughout the
world. There should be no more of this confusion. It is our duty to rectify this
situation by means of this fourteenth principle. All religious leaders should be
invited to attend a World Meet on Religion. The Meet must declare that there is
only one God and take the clear message to the entire world. The leaders must explain
to the people that there is only one supreme power that is the origin, sustenance
and end of everything. Let these enlightened religious leaders jointly proclaim
the world religion, of which there is only one divinity. Let them also explain what
exactly that divinity is, in rational terms. Under their leadership a world religion
should be established, espousing the realization of one God and universal principles
of virtue, under which humanity will live henceforth.
These fourteen "Vethathirian Principles of Life", dealt with elaborately in each
chapter, form this book. You will find the explanation of each in the pages that
follow. My learned friends are requested to go through them patiently and at leisure
and convey the significance of these ideas to the world.
Now I shall proceed to go through the fourteen points that I have proposed for the
welfare of the world, which together form the subject of Vethathirian Principles
of Life. Let intellectuals and social leaders join and look into them carefully
and implement them for the overall well being of society.
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