Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Gita reflection Ch 16 verses 15 & 16

6th November 2024


In some religions, wealth is seen as evil, but in Sanatana Dharma, wealth is not portrayed this way. In fact, Goddess Lakshmi is portrayed as the bestower of wealth. 

Wealth is considered a blessing, but it is important to understand that it is meant to be shared with others.

Conversely, if someone becomes arrogant by hoarding wealth and does not help others, it is considered demoniac behavior. 

Due to a lack of proper discrimination, such people may engage in ostentatious rituals only to gain more wealth for personal pleasure.

Gurudev Swami Chinmayanandaji pointed out that filth and disease are unavoidable when water is stored for a long time. Water is life only when it constantly flows. 

Similarly, wealth only serves its purpose when used to help those in need. If wealth is accumulated without being shared, it becomes a source of mental delusion and ultimately leads one to hell and suffering.


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