Ask The Master: 26 Oct 2007

Q. There are so many problems in the world which have not been solved. How can spirituality solve them?

Whatever problem there is, you have to make a beginning to solve it. Have determination and faith; that is the first step.

Q. I don’t mean our personal problems. I mean the huge social problems.

Spirituality is not just a personal thing. It can have definite repercussions on the social level also. Spirituality is not just meditation. It is also compassion and service to society.

Vivekananda says beautifully: Aatmano mokshaartham jagat hitaayache.
“Though we may attain enlightenment, to harness it for the service of humanity is true spirituality.”
Otherwise, it is only half spirituality, which causes even more trouble than agnosticism.

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This excerpt has been taken from the book: Uncommon Answers to Common Questions