Way of Life Part 2

Author(s): Bhadraguptasuri
Publisher: Vishvakalyan Prakashan Trust Mehsana

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THE WAY OF LIFE
He was a dacoit in the guise of a Sadhu! He has run away after committing regicide. In the morning, I will inform the King's family, the truth. I will also try to convince the people of this truth. What has to happen, happens and continues to happen. No one can prevent such occurrences. What a terrible calamity has occurred!"
CONDEMNATION AND COMPUNCTION UNDER THE MASK OF GUARDING JIN SHASAN
A man who is weak and devoid of determination and willpower and is attached to his body, would first think of his own safety; and would safeguard himself by making use of holy doctrines. A man needs determination, will-power, detachment and selflessness in order to carry out his duty and to discharge his responsibilities. No one can safeguard the Jin Shasan by delivering eloquent and high-sounding speeches and by carrying on propaganda through papers and pamphlets.
PATIENCE LIES IN FAITH OR CONFIDENCE
The attachment for wealth and materialistic prosperity ruins man's life in this world and in the other world. The attachment-consciousness or the craving for wealth impels man to endeavour to acquire wealth by illegal and immoral ways, "The right way to earn money is the way of morality and legality". The Jivatma who is blinded by his love of wealth cannot see this great truth.
The true and right way to earn money is only the way of legality, morality and honesty. But one requires confidence and patience. Of course, patience originates from confidence and faith. If you lose confidence, your patience also ends.
LISTEN TO THIS ACCOUNT OF AN INCIDENT
This incident took place about forty years ago. It took place in Bombay. A young man was a broker in the jewellery market in Bombay. He was absolutely honest. He was never dishonest in his dealings. He had a good name in the market. Every one honoured him for his honesty. Big merchants used