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Dear Aman Ji,

 

The cause of this problem isd intolrance which in itself is a character defect. The cause of the later is ego. I have an article on it in the archives of the forum which could answer some of the questions. Intolerance is the lack of ability or willingness to accept something and is one of the character defects.  It reflects an unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs. It might be due to a complex mental state involving beliefs.  One’s feelings and values dispose him to act in certain ways. No individual or group is actually superior to the rest of the humanity. 

 

Are We Intolerant?

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Intolerance has been commonly associated with religion. Closely tied to the notion of “judgment” is “tolerance.”  Although many accuse absolutists of intolerance, these accusers most likely have an unclear and distorted notion of what tolerance really is.  They often are unaware that the concept of tolerance implies a close relationship to truth.  Contrary to popular definitions, true tolerance means “putting up with error, and accepting all views.”  By definition, what we tolerate is what we disapprove of or what we believe to be false and erroneous.  Furthermore, tolerance presupposes an adequate grasp of what another person believes—as well as knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of such belief.  Actually, if disagreement didn’t exist, then tolerance would be unnecessary.  It is because real differences exist between people that tolerance becomes necessary and virtuous.

 

ਖਿਮਾ ਗਹੀ ਸਚੁ ਸੰਚਿਓ ਖਾਇਓ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤੁ ਨਾਮ ॥ ਖਰੀ ਕ੍ਰਿਪਾ ਠਾਕੁਰ ਭਈ ਅਨਦ ਸੂਖ ਬਿਸ੍ਰਾਮ 

Khimaa Gahee Sach Sanchio Khaa-eo Amnrit Naam, Kharee Kirpaa Thaakur Bha-ee Anad Sookh Bisraam.

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Adopt an attitude of tolerance, gather truth, and partake of the Ambrosial Nectar of the Name.  When my Akal Purkh and Master showed Its Great Mercy, I found peace, happiness and bliss. -----Guru Arjan, Raag Gauri, AGGS, Page, 261-8 

 

Cordially,

 

Virinder



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