The Oath of The Vayuputras (Shiva Trilogy #3)

by Amish Tripathi

turning. ‘I think the Parmatma does not interfere in our lives. He sets the rules by which the universe exists. Then, He does something very difficult.’ ‘What?’ ‘He leaves us alone. He lets things play out naturally. He lets His creations make decisions about their own lives. It’s not easy being a witness when one has the power to rule. It takes a Supreme God to be able to do that. He knows this is our world, our karmabhoomi,’

weak people never admit that they are responsible for their own state. They always blame either circumstances or others.

Humans, however, have been blessed with intelligence, the greatest gift of the Almighty. This allows us to make choices. We have the power to consciously choose Good and improve our lives. We also have the ability to stop Evil before it destroys us completely. Our relationship with nature is different from that of other living creatures. Others have nature’s will forced upon them. We have the privilege, at times, of forcing our will upon nature. We can do this by creating and using Good, like we created agriculture.

The purpose is not the destination but the journey itself. Only those who understand this simple truth can experience true happiness.’

‘One makes one’s own luck, but you have to give the universe the opportunity to help you.’

Dharma matih udgritah; dharma is that which is well judged by your mind; think deeply about dharma and your mind will tell you what is right.

Dharmo rakshati rakshitaha; dharma protects those who protect it.