It should be noted that ‘destiny’ (Prarabdha) results in the form of favourable and unfavourable circumstances, but it does not force a person to commit a crime. Destiny can bear fruit in the form of favourable and unfavourable circumstances either in the present or in the future. Favourable or unfavourable circumstances, which people face in their lifetime, are a result of either Prarabdha (destiny) or of Purushartha (present efforts). To clear this, first we have to understand what is the meaning of Purushartha (effort). A human being has desires of four kinds Artha, (wealth) Dharma, (righteousness) Kama, (passion) and Moksha (liberation). Artha (wealth is of two kinds, movable and immovable property) , Kama (passion) mundane pleasures are known as 'Kama'. They are of eight kinds: sound, touch, form, taste, smell, honour, praise and comfort. Moksha is self-realization. Out of these four, in 'Artha' (wealth) and 'Kama' (desire or passion), there is predomination of destiny, 'Purushartha' is secondary while in 'Dharma' (righteousness) and salvation ‘Moksha’, there is predominance of 'Purushartha' (effort) and 'Prarabdha' is secondary.
This story is from the February 2022 edition of Yoga and Total Health.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the February 2022 edition of Yoga and Total Health.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Wood Apple / Kapith
Wood apple or Goddess of forest (feronia elephantum) also known as Kapith in Sanskrit, Kothu or Keith is still available in the Indian cities thanks to the street vendors who sell seasonal berries, star fruit and other such foods.
Moving Meditation
Finding stillness in movement
Sensitising Children
Becoming better human beings is no child's play
The Parikarmas
Diamonds in the rough
Dharmic Leader in Modern Times
Lessons from Nature
Lights, Camera, Action
Making dreams come true
Unlocking the Happiness Within
The art of removing worries
About "Pairs of Opposites" and Dharma
From Kleshas to Aklishta
Different Paths in Yoga
What level is your awareness?
Building up Good Tendencies
Investing a little consistently goes a long way From a Parisamvada by Dr. Jayadeva Yogendra