Beyond Doubt

Author(s): Padmasagarsuri
Publisher: Arunoday Foundation

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It is an universal truth that only in unity, there is strength and true happiness, and therefore, all should mutually co-operate for peaceful existence. All the organs and systems took a wise decision and sent it to Seth Atmaram. The decision they took was as follows: "From this day, we shall never quarrel or go on strike on account of mutual vanity, and helping and supplementing each other, we shall perform our duties regularly as dictated by you. We promise not to trouble you in any way and we shall always remain united." Seth Atmaram was immensely pleased and satisfied by the wise decision. It is here that the illustration comes to an end.
Your body is the most natural creation and is an epitome ca of dedication and benevolence. Each part of the body echoes the principle of paropakara i.e.altruism, benevolence, compassion and humility. When a thorn pricks the foot, the hands, and the eyes immediately rush to the rescue of the foot. They do not wait for a formal invitation and the mind also ceases to be cheerful and thinks of ways to cure the pain. The steadfastness, concentration and unity of all parts of the body is tremendous and unique. But only when one descends from the elephant of pride and egoism, such steadfastness and concentration is possible in one's life. One who is egoistic and proud can never realize the greatness of Lord Arihantal. As it has also been said:
"लघुतासे प्रभुता मिले
Tra PTZ II ” • While walking both the right foot and the left foot co-operate with each other to reach their destination. Both are indispensable and supplementary to each other. Such co-operation and adoration is worth practising by one and all. One can be virtuous and great only when one gives up false pride. But for
Arihanta
conqueror of passions and destroyer of karmas.
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