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The Fine Line Between Pride and Self-Respect
Ramayana Arpan Gupta Ramayana Arpan Gupta

The Fine Line Between Pride and Self-Respect

This Q&A explores the subtle difference between abhimaan (pride) and swabhimaan (self-respect). The word swa can mean either the ego-self or the true Self, making swabhimaan positive or negative depending on which nature dominates — sattva, rajas, or tamas.

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If Everything Is Karma, Why Do We Still Punish?
Ramayana Arpan Gupta Ramayana Arpan Gupta

If Everything Is Karma, Why Do We Still Punish?

This Q&A explains why punishment and justice exist even when the law of karma governs all actions. Those who do wrong often lack awareness of karma, so human systems of correction — counsel, control, punishment, and strategy — help them awaken. The discussion also explores how acceptance of one’s mistakes depends on whether the mind is in a lower (egoic) or higher (aware) state.

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The Inner Dialogue Between Jatayu and Ravana
Ramayana Arpan Gupta Ramayana Arpan Gupta

The Inner Dialogue Between Jatayu and Ravana

This Q&A explains the symbolic conversation between Jatayu and Ravana. Jatayu represents the pure, awakened mind that warns the ego not to harm inner purity, while Ravana symbolizes pride and desire. Their dialogue mirrors the constant struggle within us — between integrity and temptation.

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Pulastya Lineage and Kakutstha Lineage
Ramayana Arpan Gupta Ramayana Arpan Gupta

Pulastya Lineage and Kakutstha Lineage

This Q&A explains the inner meaning of two symbolic terms — Pulastya-vanshi (for Ravana) and Kakutstha-vanshi (for Rama). Ravana’s lineage signifies consciousness turning toward the body, creating ego, while Rama’s lineage represents awareness established in higher, noble thought, leading to true self-realization.

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