Simple Living

(i) Simple Living

The majority of human beings suffer under the delusion that they will gain a special and covetous social status if they lead a life of pomp and show. But this only reveals the hollowness of their perverted ego-based value system, which takes pride in vulgar exhibition of wealth and possessions. With a view to leading a worthwhile, purposeful life one should abstain from wearing gaudy-coloured (fashionable) clothes, silks, etc. and using stimulating perfumes and scents. The more luxurious a life one leads, the more difficult it becomes for him to preserve his seminal energy.

A cursory glance through history shows that truly great personages led simple, unostentatious lives. Simple living is a sign of greatness. Learn to follow the lives of great saintly souls. Don't be impressed by the life-styles of ostentatious egoistic people.

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