Vyavaharika Sadvritta (Ethical codes of conduct)


Guidline

  1. Avoiding Postponement
    One should not be in the habit of postponing things at the time of action.
    Explanation: Timeliness is crucial in ensuring responsibilities are fulfilled, enhancing productivity and accountability.

  2. Thorough Examination
    One should not indulge in any activity without properly examining it.
    Explanation: Careful consideration before action helps in making informed decisions, reducing the risk of errors.

  3. Control Over Senses
    One should not be submissive to his senses nor let his fickle mind move around.
    Explanation: Self-discipline and mental focus are essential for achieving goals and maintaining stability.

  4. Intellectual and Sensory Balance
    One should not overburden his/her intellect or senses.
    Explanation: Striking a balance prevents burnout and promotes overall well-being.

  5. Avoiding Procrastination
    One should avoid procrastinating.
    Explanation: Procrastination can lead to missed opportunities and increased stress.

  6. Mindful Actions
    One should not do things in a fit of anger or rejoicing.
    Explanation: Acting impulsively can result in regretful decisions; maintaining composure ensures better judgment.

  7. Managing Grief
    One should not be under continuous grief.
    Explanation: Holding onto grief can hinder personal growth; one must seek healing and move forward.

  8. Humility in Success and Failure
    One should not be conceited over achievements or desperate in loss.
    Explanation: Humility fosters resilience and prevents alienation from others.

  9. Self-awareness
    One should always remember his own constitution of mind (nature).
    Explanation: Understanding one's strengths and weaknesses aids in personal development and authenticity.

  10. Avoiding Certain Locations Alone
    One should not stay for long in temples, sacred places, raised platforms, crossroads, gardens, cremation grounds, and places of execution during the nights, and should not enter deserted houses or forests alone.
    Explanation: These places are often associated with various energies and emotions, and being alone can lead to vulnerability.

  11. Attachment to Others
    One should not be attached to women, friends, and servants with sinful conduct, should not oppose or antagonize superior persons, and be attached to inferior persons.
    Explanation: Healthy relationships are built on respect and integrity, avoiding toxic influences.

  12. Interest in Ethical Pursuits
    One should not take interest in crooked things, take refuge in wicked persons, and indulge in frightening/terrorizing acts.
    Explanation: Surrounding oneself with positive influences promotes ethical behavior and moral integrity.

  13. Faith in Cause and Effect
    One should have faith in the correlation of cause and effect regarding good and bad deeds and their corresponding results and should always act on it.
    Explanation: This understanding fosters a sense of responsibility for one's actions and encourages ethical living.

  14. Avoiding Despondency
    One should not be despondent and assume that now nothing can be done.
    Explanation: A positive outlook enables individuals to seek solutions rather than succumb to despair.

  15. Maintaining Courage
    One should not lose spirit (give up courage) nor remember his insults.
    Explanation: Resilience and a forward-looking attitude are key to overcoming challenges and maintaining mental health.

References

Bhagavad Gita: Many principles in Vyavaharika Sadvritta echo the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, particularly in regards to self-discipline, duty, and understanding one's nature.

Manusmriti: The ethical codes align with the social laws outlined in Manusmriti, which emphasizes righteousness (Dharma) and the consequences of one's actions.

Mahabharata: Ethical dilemmas and their resolutions presented in the Mahabharata can provide deeper insights into the importance of these codes.

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