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Friday, February 18, 2011

Ethical Values in Ishopanisad-Conclusion

Ethical Values in Ishopanisad-
CONCLUSION
It will be seen that  there are many  gems of  ethical values  in Ishopanisad, which are still relevant 
in modern  times. It   begins with the statement 'whatever exists in this world is enveloped by 

the Supreme and  by renunciation and absence of possessiveness , we should enjoy  the bounties

Provided y Him,without coveting what does not belong to us.   Balanced view  of 

wealth,signifying non-accumulation and sharing of God-given resources  is a significant concept  

in the prevailing social orderwith  wide-spread inequalities  existing   in the society  and  the 

world  at  large.

 The Upanisad  is also of immense significance, as  it contains a concentrated view of the essential  Vedic philosophy and the choicest Ethical Values and  forms the foundation of Vedantic System of thought. It highlights the divinity of man, as well as all His manifestations in nature.  Oneness of the Soul and God, and the value of both faith and works(Action) as means of ultimate attainment are the leading themes of this Upanishad, emphasising that works alone, even the highest, can bring only temporary happiness and must inevitably bind a man unless through them he gains knowledge of his real Self. To help him acquire this knowledge is the aim of this  Upanishad.  It shows the way the Upanishad describes the non-material aspects of the Supreme Being, as ‘One who walks but does not walk’. It is a way of relating how the Lord has no material qualities, but has all spiritual qualities and characteristics.   May  i conclude with the hope that all  of  us shall endeavour  to cultivate the  significant ethical values stated in Isha Upanisad,  to lead a more contented  and spiritual life, leading to intimate and  intense awareness of Self. With my Best  wishes  for the Spiritual journey.

vedaprakasha
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