Dishonesty & Lies-What I found behind?

A recent distasteful incident where I was swindled by a person (His nationality needs not to be disclosed since deception is rampant everywhere regardless of nation, creed, tribe, social status etc.) made me recall the worthy quote of the great German Philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. “I'm not upset that you lied to me, I'm upset that from now on I can't believe you.”

I had a document to get attested from the ministry of foreign affairs in UAE. As my hectic office schedule belated this requirement over a week, I opted for seeking help from a person he used to visit government offices as part of his routine work. I got my document attested soon with his assistance. But I subsequently realized that the cost of attestation I paid for has been quite higher than the standard tariff. I did not even ask him a word about the excessive charges. He frequently visits my office still, I crack jokes with him every so often over a cup of tea as if I have not discerned his sneakiness. 

I trust people too easily. But now I learn as to how not to trust people so easily! Look around, we find people as shallow, greedy, cheating, and dishonest; and what they want instead is nothing but MONEY. They barter their souls for a few coins. The idea of enjoying material pleasures has conquered our culture. The world we live in is a network of relations; relations that are essential for our continuance as humans, as family, as society and as nations. Ethics can only exist in individuals not in society as we think. When individuals lack values, no social norm can fix it, and legal measures can correct it either.

Stand up for what we believe in.

If we bend over to others and their views, and do things in their way, whether right or not, we start to lose our own identity and start to forget for what we truly stand. Further, the less you allow yourself to think freely and develop your own belief system, the more you become a follower without your own direction. On the other hand, the more authentic you are to your needs and viewpoints, the more you will understand your sense of self.

We wouldn't be human if we didn't make mistakes or give into what was easier once in awhile, but learning from those mistakes and standing for what we believe in the vast majority of time is what is most important.

Two ways to be fooled?

Here is a quote that recently popped up on my Facebook timeline. Let us now chew over the significance of this quote.

It is the universal mindset of the human-beings to rely on something without having a clear-cut idea about its truthfulness. They often also turn down themselves from recognizing the truth ...on account of various reasons such as taboo, socially accepted customs, egotism, obstinate behavior etc.. Despite the human-beings are bestowed with the ability to distinguish frequencies, they put themselves in dilemma every so often. 

Great minds can sometimes guess the truth before they have either the evidence or arguments for it. This is an alternative path. It may be that it's okay not to be certain, but to have a gut feeling, and to perceive on that basis. These are all based on a general perspective of the ordinary people. What does it explicate itself? We, human beings can’t always make out the truth within our limited intellectual capacity. So to distinguish the truth we need to rest on a power or beyond our capability. Our constant look out for that power eventually leads us towards the God-the supernatural power. 

Still the issue does not run your term. Because God through his holy revelations never wants anybody to believe them equivocally. Instead the holy book itself proclaims its authenticity. We human beings in turn have to ponder about the very gist of its verses and identify the truth. Means digging deep and finding out the truth. If our lives are centered in God’s truth, He is able to renew our minds, calmly guide our emotions and activate our will to tell the truth. His presence brings truth and can bring a magnificent purifying influence on all our life. That why Quraan Says, “Aayaathun li Ulil Albaab” – those who possess the kind of mature mind and comprehension that enable them to make accurate judgments. The climax to it is that they will find the reality of truth that will save their life in this world and Hereafter.

The very gist of equanimity

It is the ongoing trend of people to propagate quotable quotes of great influential personalities over face book. Of course it would help in providing the viewers with certain perception to some extent. But I am of the view and I one for believe that the gist of few quotes are not that much sagacious to be embraced by the exploring viewers. Today I got stuck with a quote of “Albert Einstein” –the great scientist.

But I could not fully agree with the very sense of... that citation. First, let's look at the meaning of 'equanimity'. Evenness of mind or temper; composure, calmness. As I see it, he is saying that we are greatly influenced by our social conditioning along with the prejudices of the environment in which we live. We are reluctant to see beyond those prejudices and adopt a 'Go along, to Get along style of operating. We do not want to break/change the 'status quo'.

He also states forcibly that, "Most people are even incapable of forming such opinions." My feeling is that it may have been true in his time and experience. I don't believe such a 'blanket statement' is true in our time. Why? Because people are more educated and are able to see beyond all the hypocrisy that passes for fact, especially in the political sphere. See any newspaper media - 'Letters to the Editor' and you will see that we are a very opinionated mob.

Proud to be an Indian!

This image is running round in circle on face book nowadays along with a string of comments from various people. What kind of implication does it primarily seek to promulgate?
A person does have liberty to declare his belief that he is proud to be pursuing his religion. For that reason he can be proud of being known as a Hindu or a Muslim or a Christian. I am proud to be a Muslim. I am also proud of having a couple of good friends who belong to Hindu and C...hristian communities. It is all based on humanity, fraternity, mutual respect and social life.

Ironically, the slogan that appears in this post itself turns out to be insignificant as it seems to have been propped up by a group labeled “We Love Sasikala Teacher”. It is absolutely a sheer nonsense as she represents the militant cultural nationalism of Hindutva spearheaded by high caste Brahmins. This ideology is raising its ugly head all over the country. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the Banjrang Dal and the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) are all hand in glove to find blow to the secular credentials of the Indian nation. They want India to be known as a nation belonging to the Hindus. The tolerant Hindu religious philosophy has become a tortuous and intolerant institution in the hands of the pseudo-Hindu fanatics who paint a black picture of religious tolerance.

Religion is a way of life and practice in order to obtain success in this world and the hereafter. A religion should be based on justice, love, humanity and human rights. No man can reach God by harming, enslaving, fooling and cheating another fellow human in the name of religion. Inequality is the official doctrine of Brahminism. It is evident from the Vedas and Upanishads. Example: “Devadhinam Jagat Sarvam, Manthradhinam Ta Devata, Tam Mantram Brahmandhinam, Brahmana Nam Devata”- Meaning: “ The universe is under the power of God, The Gods are under the power of Mantras, The Mantras are under the power of Brahmins, Therefore Brahmins are our Gods.” 

The orthodox Brahmins still believe if the shadow of Harijan falls on the, they are polluted and will have to purify themselves by sprinkling water from the holy river, the Ganges, over themselves. Harijnas/Daliths are said to be the fraction of Hindu community. It is pathetic to realize the social status of Harijans and Daliths amongst the upper-class fanatic-fascist society where the venomous leaders like Sasikala teacher belongs. Recent attack launched against Daliths in Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu is the cloudless case in point. All we are proud to be Hindu, Muslim or Christian whereas How a Harijan or Dalith could be proud to be a Hindu?!! Let us tear the mask away from those evil faces of untouchability which stare at us from every nook and corner of our lives. So dedicate ourselves to establish equality, fraternity, justice and religious harmony and say loudly in unison- "PROUD TO BE AN INDIAN"!!

Do you know why it's a wonder?

Have a look at the picture see herein. Question is “Why the great wall of China remains a wonder?” The sarcastic answer given is “It is the first Chinese made thing that lasted so long”. Let me now express my concern. There of course exists a truth over this sarcastic answer and we should not go without identifying the same. 

Biologically, all living creatures are much more concerned about their existence, self-defense and security. Accordingly they opt for the most powerful and feasible defensive measures. It is believed that the Ming Dynasty is the peak of wall building in Chinese history as they suffered a lot of disturbances from minority tribes. Hence the great wall was powerfully built for which the densest materials available in that era were used in order to defend themselves. 

We can also perceive the same cause in the weapon industry of modern China. Weapons they maintain for their self-defense are extremely devastating, durable and of high quality than they export to other countries. But the reliability and quality they apply in this sector can never be seen on other electronic products they sell abroad. 

Their ultimate intention is to make money and they are not concerned about trustworthiness in this commercial deal especially whilst they have already started implementing the wrong ideas of globalization in every nook and corner of the state. Around 65% of the total profit derived from this deal is unconditionally investing in the defense sector. Now just think about the great wall of China..Why does it still remain famous? Yes.. It is the first of its kind Chinese product that lasted so long..