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Harmony Instead of Strife

(Published in journal Sadhana, January 22, 1994)

The miraculous strength of the Indian way of life and thought
has the power to tide over all kinds of social, economic and
political shocks and point out the path for the welfare of
mankind. This powerful flow of India’s innate energy has the
potential to overcome any problem. This energy signifies the
centuries-old journey of progress of Indian spirituality and
culture. Whenever attempts have been made to solve problems
by ignoring this powerful force, it has resulted into failure or
negative reactions.

India’s fight for freedom has been witness to this life force.
Whether it was the lotus and roti symbol of freedom fighters in
1857, Lokmanya Tilak’s exuberant Ganeshotsav or Gandhiji’s
message of Ram Rajya – they were all expressions of India’s
innate energy and that is why they had become successful media
to create awareness among people.

Even the largest superpowers of the world are crumbling
under the weight of their internal problems. An orientation
towards progress through economy or technology will not go
beyond making man a slave of convenience. In such times, once
again, India finds itself bearing the essential responsibility of
forging the path of human welfare. However, before taking up
any such responsibility, India must recharge its inner energy
and make itself competent. Unless and until India is able to rise
above the petty disputes based on religion, region and language,
it will neither prosper itself nor help others to do so.