PWe have received many ethical and moral ideals and doctrines from the Ratana period, our heritage scriptures through our forefathers, parents, teachers, great writings and subhasitavalis, the basic lessons of Hindu Dharma. Many of them are observed and followed by us. But none of them are enforced by religious authorities in Hinduism. No strict judicial system of any kind is prescribed anywhere in the Hindu scriptures, other than loving advice and guidance. One has freedom in the Hindu society to be an atheist or an atheist. Freedom to do what one thinks is right is the hallmark of Hinduism.
In the Bhagavad Gita, after instructing Arjuna on various spiritual and worldly values and ideals, the Lord concludes by saying, ‘Consider all these things and choose the path of your choice’.
‘Vimasaitadaseshena yathechchasi thatha kuru’ (Bhagavad Gita) The instruction to act according to one’s own will is not only for Arjuna, but also for everyone. In all religious matters, not only freedom of practice but also freedom of thought. Everyone has the ability to question religious rules with reason and reason. This is a value that exists only in Hinduism. Moral matters are not determined, but their implementation requires conscientious honesty. This truth requires a similar freedom. The morals of all other religions are bound by judgments and denials. It is generally said that because Hinduism does not have that bond, Hinduism does not have the bonds of other religions. But this shows the strength of Hinduism. That is why the Hindu is still strong to survive all the provocations and stay here. In short, Hinduism does not enforce any personal or social opinion. In fact, this is the reason why it is said that Hindu dharma is not a religion in today’s sense, it is an ancient tradition.
(to be continued)
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