Human Values - Non Violence (Ahimsa)

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NON VIOLENCE (AHIMSA)

 

 

 

 

[Extracts compiled from

Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba's Discourses]

The meaning of Ahimsa

is that either in thought, word or deed, you should not cause harm to anybody.

What does Ahimsa signify? It is

not merely refraining from causing harm or injury to others. It implies also

refraining from causing harm to himself. One who harms oneself cannot avoid

harming others. How is this to be ensured? By constantly examining whether his

conduct is right or wrong. For instance, in the matter of speech, one must

examine whether the words are causing pain to others. One must see that the

looks are not tainted by evil intentions or thoughts. One should not listen to

evil talk. Hence everyone should see that they give no room for bad looks, bad

hearing, bad speech, bad thoughts and actions.

You should also be careful with regard to your food.

Excessive eating does violence to the body. Moderation is conducive to

happiness. Ahimsa is thus what

confers happiness on you. When you realize that God is in everyone, you will

practice non-violence.

" Ahimsa Paramo Dharma "

- Ahimsa is the most meritorious

deed. Non violence is an alternate name for Truth and Love. By following

Non-violence, one achieves Love. To follow the path of non-violence, it is

necessary to change the mental attitude. Nobody should be harmed by mind, body

or speech. By purity of thought, word and deed, one should serve even one's

enemies. Overwhelm the bad and jealous by your goodness. Humility is the main

quality of those who want to don the mantle of non-violence.

-Bhagavan Baba