Sunday, 18 August 2013

Lessons from Egypt

I have drawn few interpretations as what we can draw as 'lessons from Egypt'.
Please note this may not be exhaustive. Several 'lessons' may not be recollected immediately.
Also few I learnt from protestors and few from the Army/Police.
First is that worshipping our 'Creator' will not gaurantee us success. Our creator we call Him by whatever name God, Allah, Narayan, Buddha etc. is no doubt 'one' but He cannot protect us from our fellow beings.
Most what we can say that worshipping Him or Her (if it is a Goddess - Hinduism has multiple Gods) is only a 'Ritual' which is to be followed. Rituals may differ from region to region or religion to religion.
We may argue if there is only one creator or "several" creators. But the basic fact is Religion is ritual and a pattern and even if not followed 'religiously' survival is guaranteed. And even if followed 'religiously' survival is not guaranteed.
Second is that being in a huge group or gathering does not guarantee 'safety and security'. Man comes alone into the world and is always alone. The fact that a huge gathering will save him is a myth. In other words if someone wants to --ck you he can and your closest pals can do little to save you.
Third is that nation is more important than religion.
Fourth is when the time comes to leave a situation be it a place or life or even the world leave happily. Do not be sad. Life which you have got is nothing but an illusion. Like they say in Sanskrit. It is 'maya'.
Fifth is action speaks larger than words. And if you want to create 'terror and fear' in your opponents and 'rule with an iron fist' better 'create an image' first. It is not much different than 'school or college situation' where you have to have image to avoid bullies as well as 'to floor girls' or impress classmates.

 

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