Sai Messages No. 47.

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47. Code of Conduct

 

Every single thing in nature has its code of conduct (Dharma). Water

has its nature and obligation to move; fire the Dharma to burn and

consume; the magnet to attract and draw unto itself. And every one of

these, is keeping their code of conduct unchanged, including the stars

of the firmament. The proper code of conduct is " Sathyam Vadha; Dharmam

Chara " (Speak the truth and practice righteousness). You must fill

every moment of your life, all of your thoughts, words and deeds,

reflecting your awareness of Dharma. That type of living is the

hallmark of good character.

 

The temptation to ignore Dharma grows from egoism and the acceptance of

false values. The wish to satisfy the lower desire is the root of

unrighteousness. That wish takes hold of you slyly, silently, like a

thief in the night; or like a comrade to come and save you, or like a

servant to come to attend on you, or like a counselor to come and warn

you. Oh, wickedness has a thousand tricks to capture your heart. You

must be ever alert against this temptation. To escape from this, you

must examine every moment of your waking time whether you are observing

the precepts of Dharma (Righteousness).