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3. Basic Elements of Character Development
Preaching and Practice
I would make one request to all the religious preceptors and preachers of the world that wherever they go for propagating their religion, they should always carry with them the book of their own right conduct along with the heavy volumes of scriptures. A right conduct is always more effective than huge volumes of printed books.
Be Master, not Slave
Man you are gradually becoming a slave in the hands of your desires. Your greatness lies not in being ruled by your desires but in your rnling over them. Be the master of your desires, not their slave.
Rama aud Ravana
What is the difference between Rama and Ravana ? One is the master of his desires, and the other is a slave to them. One lives and acts within the prescribed discipline of life, and therefore he is called MARYADA PURUSHOTTAMA. The other acts against all limits of discipline, and therefore he is called a monster.
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