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शूद्र कौन? शूद्र को धर्मग्रन्थ पढ़ने का अधिकार क्यों नहीं? || आचार्य प्रशांत (2020)
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Vedanta
Upanishads
Consciousness
The Self
Liberation
Eternal Religion
Manusmriti
Eligibility
Description

Acharya Prashant explains that to understand any rule or text in the eternal religion, one must look at its foundation, which is the philosophy of the end of the Vedas. He clarifies that this philosophy focuses on the evolution of consciousness rather than the physical body. According to him, the term used for the lowest class refers to an individual whose consciousness is at a primitive, animalistic level, driven solely by bodily needs and worldly attachments. He asserts that no one is born into a specific class; rather, everyone is born with animalistic tendencies, and it is one's duty to elevate their consciousness through spiritual practice. He critiques the modern birth-based class system as a social distortion and a form of ignorance that contradicts spiritual principles. A true seeker of the ultimate truth is someone dedicated to knowledge and liberation, regardless of their family background. Regarding the harsh punishments mentioned in some texts for those of low consciousness reading the scriptures, Acharya Prashant explains that these were warnings against the misuse of sacred knowledge by those lacking the necessary eligibility or the intense desire for liberation. He argues that individuals focused on worldly pleasures might exploit spiritual texts for personal gain, which leads to social and spiritual harm. Acharya Prashant highlights that while peripheral social codes may become irrelevant over time, the core essence of the end of the Vedas remains eternal. He laments that people often focus on controversial social rules while ignoring the profound wisdom of the scriptures. He emphasizes that the greatest gift to the world is the science of the Self, which provides a path to inner peace. He encourages people of all backgrounds and religions to study this philosophy, as it clarifies the deeper meaning of all spiritual traditions and helps one achieve a state of true liberation and tranquility.