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The Need for Values

 

Lastly we must know why do we need to follow values. Some people say

that there is no need for religion or God; just the observance of

human values is enough. It is important to know to whom we dedicate

our activities. We have instances of authors writing books and

dedicating them to their parents or teachers. The act of dedication

adds a new meaning to the action. Similarly, a value can be sustained

only if it is offered at a higher altar.

 

Take the example of a businessman who follows the values of

punctuality, efficient service and honesty in order to make his

business more prosperous. Once his credibility is established, he

tends to relax and the business goes into a decline because there is

no higher ideal to which the work has been dedicated. People will not

be able to sustain a virtuous life unless the values and virtues they

uphold are for inner purification, God-realisation or out of devotion

for God. It is only in such cases that there will be no hindrance,

obstruction or blockage on the path. Often people want to know how

long they need to be patient or loyal. Or how many times they need to

be forgiving. Can we really put a limit to such things?

 

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