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revolving in the cycle of birth and deaths from eternity, and subject to the law of Karma, gains happiness sometimes, though unsubstantial and transitory as it is. One should try to find out the real causes which bring on substantial happiness.
Close adherence to the religious principles, and righteous conduct are the means for the aquisition of substantial happiness; but they are difficult of attainment and practice.
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The value of the vast wealth, high authority, wide reputation etc. is then reduced, or turned into high satisfaction of being looked upon as rich, powerful and glorious in the eyes of the people; but it does not advance spiritual progress. It is so deeply rooted in the human mind, that no one busies himself in the pursuit of spiritual advancement, by observing rules of morality, ethics and other pious duties, ordained in the holy text. The true ideal of duty, ( Dharma) which forms a sure means for the eradication of bondage and pernicious beliefs, and which
