What do you think is the purpose of living? Is it to enjoy, make merry and be happy? Is it to lead a life of contentment? Is it wealth? Or is it something in addition to these things? Do you believe that your consciousness is eternal? If so, how would you like to see it continue?
Of course, I acknowledge that wealth and emotional happiness are important for living a good life, which in turn makes one more likely to be in tune with his/her natural self. However, are these ends in themselves, or are they the means to an end? The Hindu scriptures define one's legitimate and worthy aims in life as Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha. Do you agree with this definition? Do you agree with it partially? Where do you agree and where do you disagree? Is there something that can be added to this list? One's pleasure-seeking and need for emotional happiness may find expression in music, or mathematics, or dance, or work, and that may in turn lead him/her towards Moksha. Non-attachment is only possible by strong attachment to a single purpose, according to the Bhagavad Gita. Do you think non-attachment is an aim worthy of attainment? If so, why?
Monday, March 3, 2008
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