Baba
How to address sex crimes
Namaskar,
To prevent recurring sexual crimes, merely employing police tactics is a futile approach which does not present a long-term solution as it does not get to the root of the problem. Police take the accused person to jail, and the court gives punishment. And the guilty party will then remain in jail for a few years. But how many years? One year, two years, or maybe 30 years? However, a change of behaviour will not come by putting the person in jail. After coming out of jail, that person may commit similar sexual crimes as before. So only putting a person in jail is not the solution. The root of the problem is something else.
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Why recurring acts of sexual violence?
The question is why do people commit such sexual crimes in the first place. Their criminal activities are not guided by vivek, but rather influenced by certain vrittis (instincts). The rules are defective, and that is why it does not bring a change in a human being. For example, person A killed person B. The rule says that person A should be kept in jail, or sentenced to death. But keeping person A in jail will not change his behaviour. Governments impose such rules whereby people in the society develop fear by seeing such impositions on person A, thinking others will not commit such sexual crime in the future. If people had developed sufficient fear, then that type of sexual crime would have stopped right after person A is sentenced to death. We would not have seen any further sexual crime in the world after the first person is sentenced to death. But that is not what happens. Instead, there are so many severe sexual crimes that continue to occur, yet people are regularly given harsh judgements and even sentenced to death around the world for those very acts. Human actions are geared by vrittis (instincts). If they are not controlled, sexual crimes will continue to occur, and the rate of recidivism will be high.
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How a superficial solution is not enough?
The key point is that only giving severe punishment to prevent and stop sexual crimes is a failed formula. Sexual crime rates increase every year, and people in society do not develop fear by the rules imposed by the government or court system. It does not matter how many media reports are made on punishments of sexual crime, as those crimes are committed time and again. True fear is developed when a person listens to one’s vivek. The earlier example is for murder, and, similarly, we see severe punishment for rape. People know the consequences of rape, and yet many instances of rape are still committed in society. Implementing only punishment for sexual crimes is not the solution. So what is the solution? A wise person always searches for the true reason behind the occurrence of such sexual crimes. To find the true reason one has to analyze the problem from multiple dimensions.
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Punishment alone cannot transform someone
Baba says that by imposing punishment, we cannot transform a bad human being into a good one. It is not possible, but sadly governments do not understand that a person cannot be rectified or transformed by punishment. With punishment it is possible to keep a person away from making more mistakes, but a person cannot be transformed by punishment only.
Suppose a person is a thief. The law enforcement imprisons the thief for one, two, or three years. But as soon as the thief comes out of the prison, s/he will try to steal again. The nature of stealing does not go away with punishment. Unless one is taught why stealing is not appropriate, the person will not change. Rather the person should be taught what is the ideology one should follow, and if the person understands human dharma, then the stealing tendency may go away slowly. So to eradicate a problem, we have to understand what the root cause is, and employ methods to address it with teachings, and not only by punishment.
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Education needed: channelize the mind
The problem with sexual crimes lies in the fact that people do not understand what the goal of life is, the dos and don'ts. Materialism teaches that sensual pleasure is everything. Eating, sleeping, and providing pleasures to all sensory organs is everything in life and life has no other purpose. That is why the majority of people become engrossed in materialistic pleasures. People should be taught that materialistic pursuits do not lead to happiness and satisfaction. The capacity of sensory organs is limited, and by satisfying them one will not get peace, but rather the end result is sorrow. The right approach is to control the sensory and motor organs, and direct them in the right way.
People should be taught the proper approach, and punishment should be given to deter them from wrongdoings, and not just for the sake of punishment or to keep them in prison for a long time. In Prout philosophy, long-term imprisonment is not supported. We have to make people understand how yogic practices can be used to control and channel the mind in the proper direction.
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Conclusion
One important aspect is educating people that even with having all vrittis (instincts) present in a human being, one can still lead a dharmic life in the world. Radio, television, media, the internet, and other forums can be used constructively to spread spiritual teachings. Adolescence is a crucial time when the desire for sex arises. Teens can be given proper guidelines on how to effectively utilize the mind and good company so that the mind will not race towards sexual pleasures.
The attraction for the opposite sex is a natural phenomenon of this creation. If men and women will not interact then there will not be any newborns. But unnecessary mixing, treating females as sexual objects, and poor social values (i.e. loose talk, dance parties, alcohol drinking etc.) leads to sexual violence, and that should be stopped.
Even married couples should not sleep together except for the purpose of procreation. If teenagers can be properly educated about sex and sexual violence, then this problem will slowly wane. Following 16 Points is the ideal way to channelize the mind towards spirituality.
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Namaskar,
In Him,
Nira’ka’ra
No one becomes good by punishment
Ananda Marga philosophy states, "You can help someone become good by making him understand [moral values], but no one becomes good through the application of force [punishment]...If the sinner is engaged in sinful acts or keeps moving ahead on a sinful path, you can prevent that person from doing so by the application of force [punishment]. But you cannot transform [make moralists] in this way." (1)
Reference
1. Ananda Vacanamrtam - 10, The Witness-ship of Parama Puruśa Is of Supreme Importance, p.19
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The below sections are entirely different topics, unrelated to the above material.
They stand on their own as points of interest.
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== Section 2: Prabhat Samgiita ==
Spectacular array of colours
Note: Only those bhaktas who feel a spiritual vibration in their heart can understand this song in the depths of their core.
“Jagat t́á nay mithye máyá, mithye ranger khelá,
liilámayer liilá e bhái, liilár mohan melá…” (Prabhat Samgiita #0071)
Purport:
This world is not the play of maya - it is not a mere illusion. It is not a display of false colours. It is the divine Liila of Parama Purusa in His role as Liilamaya. It is His enchanting universal drama.
The bhakta says to Parama Purusa who is in disguise: The sun rises and the dawn smiles in all directions with a dazzling array of colours. That spectacular array of intoxicating colours merges in my heart, whereby everything overflows in various hues.
The bhakta says to Parama Purusa who is in disguise: In the hope of His auspicious arrival, I watch for Him day and night, with unblinking eyes. This will only end when I become one with Him, by His grace. That time my basket will be filled with flowers of countless colours...
Prabhat Samgiita Note: Prabhat Samgiita is the loving communication between the bhakta and Parama Purusa. In most compositions, the song is sung by the bhakta; less frequently Parama Purusa is addressing the bhakta, either using direct or indirect language. But always the song is the loving sharing between Parama Purusa and the bhakta. Never is there a third entity in the song.
In contrast, traditional Hindu bhajans and writings might employ two characters, i.e. bhakta and Parama Purusa, or three characters. In those instances where there are three characters, then two of the them are bhaktas talking about the third character - i.e. Parama Purusa. For example, one might ask, "Why are you crying? Is it because your Lord has not come?" This is a common scenario in melancholic, traditional Indian bhajans.
But in Prabhat Samgiita, the communication is exclusively between the bhakta and Parama Purusa - there is no third party.
Note: Only those bhaktas who feel a spiritual vibration in their heart can understand this song in the depths of their core.
“Jagat t́á nay mithye máyá, mithye ranger khelá,
liilámayer liilá e bhái, liilár mohan melá…” (Prabhat Samgiita #0071)
Purport:
This world is not the play of maya - it is not a mere illusion. It is not a display of false colours. It is the divine Liila of Parama Purusa in His role as Liilamaya. It is His enchanting universal drama.
The bhakta says to Parama Purusa who is in disguise: The sun rises and the dawn smiles in all directions with a dazzling array of colours. That spectacular array of intoxicating colours merges in my heart, whereby everything overflows in various hues.
The bhakta says to Parama Purusa who is in disguise: In the hope of His auspicious arrival, I watch for Him day and night, with unblinking eyes. This will only end when I become one with Him, by His grace. That time my basket will be filled with flowers of countless colours...
Prabhat Samgiita Note: Prabhat Samgiita is the loving communication between the bhakta and Parama Purusa. In most compositions, the song is sung by the bhakta; less frequently Parama Purusa is addressing the bhakta, either using direct or indirect language. But always the song is the loving sharing between Parama Purusa and the bhakta. Never is there a third entity in the song.
In contrast, traditional Hindu bhajans and writings might employ two characters, i.e. bhakta and Parama Purusa, or three characters. In those instances where there are three characters, then two of the them are bhaktas talking about the third character - i.e. Parama Purusa. For example, one might ask, "Why are you crying? Is it because your Lord has not come?" This is a common scenario in melancholic, traditional Indian bhajans.
But in Prabhat Samgiita, the communication is exclusively between the bhakta and Parama Purusa - there is no third party.
== Section 3: Important Teaching ==
When talking to dogmatic people
Ananda Marga ideology states, “Never attack the religious beliefs of anyone. Make the person understand gradually with logic. If you attack a person’s religious beliefs, it means you have attacked Ananda Marga.” (1)
This yellow-highlighted quote is only used in the following types of scenarios:
- During our Ananda Marga seminars, it is fine and well to discuss the loopholes of various religious philosophies.
- In
our seminars, our internal networks, and when talking with margiis, we
can discuss the philosophical and shortcomings and inherent defects of
such religions.
This above yellow-highlighted quote should never be used in the following circumstances:
- When dealing directly, face to face, with a dogmatic person who adheres to illogical religious rituals then we should be very psychological and speak in a measured, calculated manner.
- So
if someone is doing idol worship then do not exclaim, “You are wasting
your time because you are just worshipping a monkey - you stupid. Don’t
you know that due to idol worship you will be converted into stone or
reborn as a monkey.”
Conclusion: If this yellow highlighted teaching is used in the wrong way the result will be very bad. Those who are uninformed have no idea about this above guideline. They apply it in the wrong manner.
In Him,
Suniiti
Reference
1. Caryacarya - 2, Society, point #9
== Section: Important Teaching ==
Way to greatness
Ananda Marga ideology states, “However little one's capacity might be, if one constantly remembers that Parama Puruśa is always with him or her, that they are in the closest contact with Parama Puruśa, they will be able to do everything. They are not as small as they think themselves to be. And as long as they remember this closest association with Him, they can do much more than ordinary human beings. When this idea becomes permanently established in their minds, they become great. This is why no one should be disappointed or depressed in any circumstances; let everyone constantly perform great deeds, remembering that the flow of their capacity is coming from Parama Puruśa, and thus they can do everything.” (1)
Note: Commonly people think of themselves as weak and isolated. That is because in that moment they do not consciously feel a connection with Parama Purusa in their mind. So they cannot draw upon the cosmic energy from Parama Purusa. The moment one starts thinking about Him and makes a link with Parama Purusa then they become very strong. This can be felt and tested when facing tough situations or when confronting someone stronger than yourself, such as when surrounded by a bunch of thugs. Then certainly those negative, anti-social elements will be defeated and victory will be attained. The connection is very simple: Just repeat your Ista mantra and you will be connected to Parama Purusa.
References
1. A Few Problems Solved - 3, Genius and Technician
== Section: News July 2018==
For better care: Shyamananda wants to shift to Durg
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By Dada Mantrachetanaanda jii
नमस्कार।
दादा श्यामानंद जी, की हालात देखकर सभी लोग काफी दुखी हूँ।
उनसे कुछ दिन पहले मेरी बात हुई। और उन्होंने मुझे अपना दुख बताया।
जब उनको पता चला कि मैंने दुर्ग में "वर्कर्स हेल्थ केअर सेंटर" खोला है। तब उन्होंने मुझसे कहा कि:-
"दादा जी आप मेरे आचार्य है, मैं (दादा श्यामानंद जी) आपके पास आपके "वर्कर्स हेल्थ केअर सेंटर" में रहना चाहता हूं। आप मेरी (दादा श्यामानंद जी) केयर कीजिये"
मैंने उनको कहा, कि मुझे कोई आपत्ति नही है। लेकिन दादा रुद्रानंद जी, आपको परेशान कर सकते है। आपको जो भी पैसा देते है, वह बन्द कर सकते है।
दादा रुद्रानंद जी ने मुझे (दादा मंत्रचेतनानंद)अपने रांची ग्रुप से एक्सपेल किया हुआ है। कही दादा रुद्रानंद जी , मेरे साथ संबंध रखने पर आपको (दादा श्यामानंद जी)भी एक्सपेल न कर दे। यदि आप (दादा श्यामानंद जी) किसी भी तरह से, किसी की मदद लेकर, "वर्कर्स हेल्थ केअर सेंटर" में आ जाय। तो मैं आपकी (दादा श्यामानंद जी) बाबा की कृपा से सेवा करने की चेष्ठा करूँगा, तब दादा श्यामानंद जी चुप हो गए।
यह "वर्कर्स हेल्थ केअर सेंटर" आनंद मार्ग का प्रोजेक्ट है, न कि किसी विभाजित ग्रुप का। मैं इसको किसी भी ग्रुप यानी (पर्सनल प्रचारक संघ) का प्रोजेक्ट नही बनाना चाहता। इस प्रोजेक्ट को शुरुवात करने के उद्देश्य से संस्था की जगह देने के लिए दादा अर्पितानंद जी, एवं दादा मनानात्मानंद जी एवं "भुक्ति कमेटी दुर्ग" ने जो मुझे सहयोग दिया है। वह बहुत ही सराहनीय है।
इस प्रोजेक्ट (वर्कर्स हेल्थ केयर सेंटर) पर सभी वर्कर्स का अधिकार है। चाहे वह किसी भी विभाजित ग्रुप का हो। यदि कोई भी बोनाफाइड वर्कर्स (WT/LFT) इस प्रोजेक्ट की सेवा लेना चाहता है, तो प्रोजेक्ट उनकी सेवा कर अपना सौभाग्य समझेगा।
अभी इस प्रोजेक्ट के रेनोवेशन के कार्य 90 प्रतिशत पूरा हो चुका है। हो सकता है कि अगले 10 दिन में पूरा कार्य ओ जाय।
आशा है कि बाबा इस अपने प्रोजेक्ट पर अवश्य ही कृपा रखेंगे। क्यो कि बाबा अपनी संस्था के हर वर्कर (WT/LFT) को अपना प्रतिनिधि के रूप में मानते है।
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== Section: Important Teaching ==
What happens to those harbouring vanity of knowledge
Ananda Marga philosophy says, "Those who have vanity of knowledge, although they do not expressly beseech this from the Supreme, but rather think inwardly that the Supreme should bestow an enormous wealth of knowledge upon them -- this type of person is reborn as vidya'dhara." (1)
Note: Vidya'dhara is one type of microvita that is under punishment. Such type of unfortunate beings got degenerated and became microvita. So they are suffering and yearn to once again get human life. But this will occur only after they escape from the noose of the long-term bondage and state of punishment etc.
Reference
1. Yoga Psychology, Are Ghosts Hallucinations?
== Section 4: Links ==
Postings to Read
Story: all get Baba's bliss
I must beautify myself to become ok
Dhyana metaphor explained
Prout's samaj system
Why AM spirituality is unique
