Acharya Prashant challenges the conventional understanding of duty, distinguishing between the superficial concept of social obligations and the true essence of 'Dharma'. He questions how one can claim to know their duty toward others when they do not even understand their own well-being. He argues that blindly following social norms or imitating the actions of historical figures like Shri Rama or Shri Krishna is futile, as these figures did not copy each other but acted according to the unique demands of their own situations. He points out that while Shri Krishna advocated for war, Mahavira advocated for non-violence, showing that right action is not a fixed formula but a response to the reality of the moment. The speaker explains that moral values are merely guidelines for those who lack clarity and vision. He describes morality as a crutch for the 'blind' who cannot see the truth for themselves. True action, he asserts, should stem from love and understanding rather than a sense of programmed obligation. He uses the example of serving one's parents to illustrate that an act done out of love is spontaneous and creative, whereas an act done out of moral duty is mechanical and limited. He emphasizes that no scripture or 'Purana' can provide a specific manual for every unique situation in life. To act rightly, one must have clear perception, free from mental conditioning and preconceived programs, rather than relying on external rules or unread scriptures.
