Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Speak the Truth and Practice Righteousness

Salam Kasih
Sisya: "Guru, what is the most precious jewel we must acquire and why?

Guru: "Dear all:
‘Speak the Truth and Practice Righteousness,

Sathyam Vada Dharmam Chara,’ says the scriptures. They also declare.

Sathyam Naasthi Paro Dharmaha - there is no dharma or law greater than Truth. Note that the Vedic injunction is “
...
Dharmam Chara” - Practice Right Conduct. It is not enough if you learn about it, you must practice it, fill every moment with thoughts, words and deeds that reflect your awareness of this

Dharma. Such a life is the hallmark of one who possesses true good character. And it is this character which the scriptures refer to as one’s best ornament.

Namaste _/I\_ I Wayan Sudarma
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