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मेरा भगवान मेरा प्यार मेरी ज़िम्मेदारी — किसी और पर क्यों छोड़ दूँ? || आचार्य प्रशांत (2025)
आचार्य प्रशांत
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Religion
Spirituality
Organized Religion
Bhagavad Gita
Shri Krishna
Self-reliance
Fear
Love
Description

Acharya Prashant addresses the commercialization of religion and the massive donations collected by temples, asserting that the blame lies not with the physical structures or the priests alone, but primarily with the individuals who provide the funds. He explains that religion is a central human necessity, yet people have turned it into a business by abdicating their personal responsibility. He criticizes the tendency to claim ownership over material possessions while handing over one's spiritual truth to external organizations, sects, or intermediaries. He argues that people have mistakenly outsourced their hearts and spiritual lives to others due to a deep-seated sense of insecurity and a lack of self-reliance. The speaker highlights that just as a company might outsource non-essential support functions but never its core business, humans should not outsource their spiritual core. He points out that people often rely on unlearned or fraudulent figures for guidance on life's most profound matters. He urges individuals to reclaim their connection with the divine, stating that God belongs to the individual and resides within the heart, rather than in external structures or under the monopoly of any institution. He emphasizes that the internal God, referred to as the Truth of the Self in Vedanta, is the only true shield against fear and suffering. Acharya Prashant encourages a shift from a religion based on fear and social pressure to one rooted in love and internal truth. He advises against being defensive when confronted by organized religious groups or those demanding donations in the name of faith. Instead, he suggests engaging with them directly, questioning their understanding of scriptures, and demanding a higher standard of spiritual practice. He emphasizes that true awakening should lead to internal purity and liberation from suffering, rather than mere ritualistic display. He concludes that one must not abandon the rich heritage of sages and scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita but should instead reclaim them from those who have distorted their meaning for commercial gain.