Ramsden Park, Toronto
Beeline It
During this whole pandemic period
I have actually enjoyed the Gita Chats very much. While the entire
stretch of virus is slowly coming to a close, we would be wise to preserve some
of the items that shed light in this challenged time. The streamlining that has
been so prevalent throughout the two-year period will hopefully be here to
stay. Arguably, some may view Zoom as some form of gloom, because of its more
negative side-effects like keeping us from outdoor freshness, still the
benefits can’t be denied. How many aging folks who are less mobile in
life-style feel a kind of connection with loved ones via technology? I don’t
think it’s wholesome to totally demonize such a communicational utility.
Naturally there has to be some
discipline and an employment of balance in the use of tools and people. That is
favourable. Be moderate in all things.
After my walk through a decent
walking temperature, at one degree Celsius, through Ramsden, then Yonge, Bloor
and Dupont, I sat down for our Owen Sound Tuesday night chat group to go over
what I call the “fruit and flower” verses of the Gita which begins with
Chapter 2, texts 42 and 43. Krishna here addresses the desire for some to take
to the karma kanda section of the Vedas. You might say that this
is the area of approved sense enjoyment, while at the same time it is
discouraged.
The general principle is to
indulge in fruit, flowers and heavenly delights, but if you want to avoid
entanglement then take the beeline approach to the Lord. This direct, rapid
approach is referred to as Krishna bhakti.
May the Source be with you!
4 km
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