Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 2, Verse 22

"Vāsāmsi jīrṇāni yathā vihāya
Navāni gṛhṇāti naro ’parāṇi
Tathā śharīrāṇi vihāya jīrṇāny
Anyāni saṁyāti navāni dehī"

Translation in English:

"Just as a person puts on new garments after discarding the old ones, similarly, the soul accepts new material bodies after casting off the old and useless ones."

Meaning in Hindi:

"जिस प्रकार मनुष्य पुराने वस्त्रों को छोड़कर नए वस्त्र पहनता है, वैसे ही आत्मा पुराने और अनुपयुक्त शरीरों को छोड़कर नए मानसिक शरीर को अपनाती है।"

In this verse, Lord Krishna uses the analogy of changing clothes to illustrate the concept of movement of the soul from one body to another. He compares throwing off old clothes and putting on new ones to the soul's journey, leaving behind old and worn-out bodies and gaining new ones.  

 



 Just as we change  clothes as they age and wear out, the soul, which is eternal, sheds its old physical body and takes on a new one. The soul is an eternal being that lives in different material bodies during its journey. 

 


 The analogy of Lord Krishna emphasizes the impermanence of the physical body and the eternal nature of the soul. The body undergoes change, decay and finally death, but the soul remains unchanged and continues to exist. 
 This verse reminds us that we are not a physical body, but an eternal soul that dwells in it. It encourages us to realize the transience of the material world and the importance of focusing on our spiritual nature. 

 By recognizing the eternal nature of the soul and the temporary nature of the body, we can develop a sense of detachment from material possessions and identify with our higher spiritual self. It helps us move through life's setbacks with peace, knowing that we are eternal beings who experience temporary situations. The teachings of Lord Krishna in this verse inspire us to change our perspective from the external aspects of life to the eternal soul within. It encourages us to prioritize spiritual growth and seek liberation from the cycle of birth and death.


Looking into the Way of Non-Violence and The soul Harmony in Jainism

The fundamentals of Jain ideas: The core tenets of Jainism—non-violence (ahimsa), truth (satya), non-stealing (asteya), celibacy (brahmacharya), and non-attachment (aparigraha)—are highly valued. Jainism is based on the teachings of Lord Mahavira. Gaining knowledge of the philosophical underpinnings of Jainism offers valuable perspectives on the moral and ethical standards that direct the lives of its supporters.

The Religious Wisdom, Compassion, and Ahimsa of Jainism

Non-Violence­ (Ahimsa): This concept is key in Jainism. It encourage­s harmlessness in action, spee­ch, and thought to each living thing. Jains hold that every cre­ature has a soul, or "jiva." They are de­termined to cause the­ least harm possible. They practice­ tenderness and care­ in their everyday actions.Ve­getarianism: Jains are vege­tarians, related closely to the­ idea of ahimsa. They skip meat, fish, e­ggs, and certain veggies growing be­low the ground. Foods like onions and garlic are off the­ir menu as theyre tie­d to harming life. By eating vege­tarian, Jains aim to minimize animal harm and boost their spiritual cleanline­ss. 

रामेश्वरम हिंदुओं के लिए एक पवित्र तीर्थ है, यह तमिलनाडु के रामनाथपुरम जिले में स्थित है।

यह तीर्थ हिंदुओं के चार धामों में से एक है, इसके अलावा यहां स्थापित शिवलिंग बारह ज्योतिर्लिंगों में से एक माना जाता है।

The Islamic Concept of "Tawakkul" (Belief in God)

Amongst the interwoven threads of Islamic mysticism, ‘Tawakkul’ has been given an important place. This Arabic word may be translated as ‘trust in God’ or ‘reliance on God’. It constitutes one of the most basic features in the relationship between a believer and Allah (SWT). Tawakkul finds its roots deep within the Quranic teachings, prophetic sayings, and Islamic ethical tradition. The goal of this discourse is to shed light upon various aspects of tawakkul, its theological significance within Islam, practical demonstrations as well as impact on Muslims’ lives.

Speaking tawakkul means putting all your trust in Allah. The term itself comes from the Arabic language where “wakala” means entrustment or dependence upon another person. In other words, it implies that we should leave everything up to Him firmly believing that He alone can provide for us; keep us safe from harm’s way; and show us what path we are supposed to take next among many other things related to guidance or sustenance. This confidence rests upon our unshakeable faith in His knowledge, mercy, and power because there is no other deity but Him.

Empowerment of women in Islam, rights and misconception.

The debate about the status and role of women in Islam has been discussed over centuries, with limited understanding or misrepresentation. Islamic teaching, often taken out of context and misunderstood, constitutes a framework that emphasizes women’s dignity, rights, and empowerment. The article explores several dimensions of Muslim women including addressing stereotypes, delving into historical backgrounds as well as highlighting some guiding principles for gender relations within the Islamic faith.

Historical Context:It is crucial to consider the historical circumstances under which the teachings of Islam developed in order to understand how women are placed within it. In ancient Arabia prior to the rise of Islam, women were viewed merely as chattels who had neither rights nor freedom from various forms of oppression. The advent of Islam led to substantial changes in terms of the position of women in society at large. Women’s inherent worth and dignity were emphasized in both the Quran (the holy book) and Prophet Muhammad’s teachings that set forth radical revolutionary rights for them never before seen at their time.

Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

Empowerment and Rights:Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in the Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

In Islam education is a very important thing; even Prophet Muhammad said both sexes should seek knowledge. Women have always been scholars, teachers, or contributors in different areas of learning since Islamic times.

This also gives them freedom and ensures they own property themselves. This includes inheriting wealth from parents as well as having control over their own finances. Moreover, Islamic law recognizes that consent must be given by women when entering into marriage hence forbidding forced marriages too.