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NON-POSSESSIVENESS -
A UNIVERSAL FRAMEWORK
The wise who have understood the essence of religion do not have any attachment for material objects, not even for their own bodies.
The lotus is a great source of inspiration in our lives. One
stays in like the and worships its
symbolisms knows no sorrow or fear. He becomes pure and pious like the lotus. Hence, it is not surprising that this beautiful flower holds an eminent position in Indian culture and tradition. Its analogy is given in every aspect of an individual's personality
lotus-face, lotus-hands, lotus-feet and lotus-heart. Even the eyes are said to be lotus-like. The entire body is compared to a lotus. It is an integral part of our spiritual perceptions as well. In one of his discourses, Lord Mahāvīra stated that an aspirant must remain in this world as a lotus remains in the pond. One who is detached like the lotus may stay anywhere for he knows no fear. The same has been stated by Lord Kṛṣṇā in the Bhagavad Gītā. He said:
Oh Arjuna! Remain detached in this world like a lotus in a pond.
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