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eternal values are based on our inner nature which constantly longs for inner peace, contentment and bliss which come only by the development of Truth, Non Violence, containment of worldly desires and universal love. These eternal values constitute real religion and so, Yuga Dharma can never supercede them.
Changing customs cannot threaten this real religion. So, the wise should educate others not to get hysterical or upset about customs. The Bhagvad Gita says: "You are that Sanatan Purusha, eternal person who protects this world, who protects spirituality of this world. You are the protector of the Eternal Religion, you are the protector of this Shashwat (Eternal) Dharma going on ages after ages" (11.18)
Every religion has different rules for different times but if they do not make the distinction between Eternal and Yuga dharma then religion becomes politicized. Yuga Dharmas are always in conflict with one other whereas Sanatan (Eternal) dharma is not contradictory to any religion-neither Islamic nor
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