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AMAR VANI
The Roots of Religion
You may be forgiven for any change in your conduct or way of living according to the conditions of time, place and society. But the basic roots of religion can never change. They comprise the conquest of the Self and destruction of evil passions. The non-observance of these basic principles of true religion can never be forgiven.
Test of Religion
Does your religion allow you liberty for free thinking and meditation beyond and above the narrow considerations of the individual or sect or caste ? If so, your religion is a great religion, a noble religion. Hold on with it: do not let it go from you.
Good and Bad
There is a simple method to know which action of yours is good or bad. You have to weigh the element of selfinterest against the urge for public good behind every action. If you find that the element of self-interest is heavier than the urge for public good, then your action is bad. The earlier it is given up, the better it is for all.
The Aim of Religion
The aim of religion is to make you comprehend the pure and perfect soul within you.
Religion and Life
A religion without having a bearing on life is a negation of religion, just as a system of conduct cut off from life is
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