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Bhaja Govindam

I am sure I will get into trouble for this post.

bhajagovindam bhajagovindam
govindam bhajamuudhamate
sampraapte sannihite kaale
nahi nahi rakshati dukrijnkarane

 The general meaning of this sloka is "Worship Govinda, Worship Govinda, Worship Govinda., O fool! when the appointed time (for departure) comes, the repetition of grammatical rules will not, indeed, save you."

 "Grammar" is just an example. Shankara refers to what we immerse in, in general, in our daily lives devoid of Bhakthi (devotion). You could replace grammar with calculus, work, or pretty much anything else.

 Really? How does Shankara know?

 "When the time comes" refers to the last moment, basically transition from life to death. At that moment, nothing really matters. Shankara probably is referring to life after death. Is there life after death? Any evidence? 

 My theory is whatever we do during our lives should be with the purpose or improving our well being and happiness during our life. Should we alter this radically to pursue something that is based on speculation about where we go after we die?

 When I refer to "well being and happiness" I am referring to overall well being and happiness in our life (think of integration as in calculus), not just happiness at a moment.

 "Love thy neighbor" - Jesus's words, probably carry more meaning. All hate, jealousy makes you unhappy and only raises your blood pressure. Love, on the other hand, no matter what your neighbor did, is a better deal for you on the overall. 

 I am not condemning one or elevating another, but think, we should always question and be open minded. I might change my mind (when the time comes!).

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