Wahiduddin Khan's Blog, page 29

Integrity

A man who has made a mistake can completely erase the marks of what is an unfortunate experience for others by admitting his mistake and begging forgiveness. It is only he who has learned the art of moral introspection who will, in the long run, prove himself a person of inviolable integrity.

Small Mistakes

Small instances of an individual’s behaviour are generally sufficient to tell about his overall personality. A thoughtless remark, an unfair manoeuvre, a failure to give much-needed sympathy or support, a devious transaction—all these are the plain indicators, which indicate the lack of integrity of the person you are dealing with.

Differences

There is a saying, “if all think alike, no one thinks very much.” This aptly explains the value of difference. Diversity, and not uniformity is part of the scheme of nature.

Self-control

Not descending to intolerant behaviour, in spite of facing unpleasant situations, is a clear proof of self-control. One who has this ability becomes so strengthened by it that no one can defeat him.

Higher Plane

Spiritual people remain undisturbed in the face of provocation, their mental balance is not upset by unpleasant experiences, and the distasteful behaviour of others does not arouse any feelings of anger or revenge in them.

Absolute Peace

Any so-called justification for violence is invalid. Whenever an individual or a group engages in violence, they have at the same time the option of a peaceful method. When the opportunity to achieve one’s objective is available without having recourse to violence, why should one opt for violent methods? The truth is that violence must be in principle discarded absolutely and peace must be adopted absolutely.

Upright Nature

Man has been created with an upright nature. If no hindrance comes in the way, then every man will, on his own, take the right course. That is why; the utmost precaution must be taken against allowing unnatural obstacles to come in the way.

Simple Ethics

Everyone likes to be addressed with good manners and pleasing words. So everyone should speak gently to others. Everyone wants his existence to be problem-free, so he should avoid creating problems for others.

Tolerance

The act of tolerance is not a matter of compulsion: it results naturally from the doer being of an elevated moral calibre.

Purposeful Living

Every human being regards himself as incomplete until he has found that supreme principle by which he can explain his existence in this world and discover the purpose and meaning of his life.