________________ "Good conduct is that which prohibits one from sinning or indulging in non-worship." Whatever deed one indulges in, after taking refuge at Parmatma's or Guru's feet, one realizes the truth and refrains from such negative actions thus resulting in good conduct. It is only with Parmatma's blessings, and after acquiring a place at HIS feet, that one attains good conduct. Parmatma's shelter gives one, the strength to attain good conduct. Parmatma's shelter is like the bright sunlight which spreads the rays of good conduct! One must abide by the teachings of his Parmatma and Guru, surrender to Parmatma and follow HIS footsteps to attain the right conduct. First, have a longing for Parmatma, then take HIS shelter and thereafter, develop good conduct. What does the soul attain by developing good conduct? Good conduct destroys our past karmas and prevents us from binding new karmas. When one stops binding new karmas, his soul becomes the Supreme Soul. Parmatma has shown us all the stations that come in the journey of the soul to become the Supreme Soul. To reach the final destination, we must have that level of devotion, that affinity and that willingness to surrender, which Chandanbala had towards Parmatma Mahavir and which 30
