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unit. This identity is blood relational. But if this akinness (friendship) be linked to the philosophy of Equanimity then its domain can be extended to the whole universe or all the living kingdom. A sentimental force ie greater than blood-relationship.
The notion of universal brotherhood enshrined in the Indian culture can be given a concrete shape only by treading on the path of equanimity. We may assume the whole universe as a big family, and colour it with our affectionate (friendship, akinness), how can it be then not possible to give a practical shape to the above noble ideal ? In a human life, no summit of amelioration (Evolution) be considered as unsurmountable. If that summit is not reached, -it can be a weakness of life, but whenever drenched with the dynamic impetus of life's philosophy, a move is made on the path of Equanimity that summit shall decidedly remain achieved.
The same truth has been linked to the goal of achieving multifaced Equanimity. Urgency is to mould the life in the right direction according to the objective and steps may be taken ahead with knowledge and conviction of conduct.
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