The Triumph of Righteousness
In a small village, a poor farmer named Arjun faced a moral dilemma. His landlord, a wealthy but unjust man, demanded exorbitant rent, threatening to seize Arjun’s land. Despite the pressure, Arjun refused to cheat his neighbors to pay the debt, choosing honesty over survival. His resolve inspired the village to unite, pooling resources to support him. The landlord, moved by their solidarity, relented, reducing the rent and acknowledging his greed.
This story echoes the Bhagavad Gita, where Lord Krishna advises Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra (Chapter 2, Verse 47). Krishna emphasizes dharma - duty without attachment to outcomes. Arjun’s choice to uphold truth, despite personal loss, mirrors Arjuna’s struggle to fight for justice, guided by Krishna’s counsel to act selflessly. In Hindu ideology, righteousness (dharma) is the foundation of a harmonious society, where good will fosters unity and compassion, as seen in the village’s collective action.
The teachings of this tale and the Gita are timeless: uphold truth and integrity, even in adversity. Selfless action, rooted in compassion, creates ripples of positive change. Arjun’s village showed that collective goodwill can overcome injustice, reflecting Krishna’s wisdom that righteousness prevails when guided by duty and unity. By embracing dharma, we cultivate a life of purpose, inspiring others to act with kindness and courage, ensuring justice triumphs in the face of greed.
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(Author - Dibyanshu Mishra)
(Source - Around Odisha English Newspaper)
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