Celebration of friendship day may be a western concept but Indian history is flooded with stories about friendship and the qualities of true fiends. One such story which instantly comes to our mind is of Krishna and Sudama. This story does not only touches our emotions but also teaches us a lot of lessons to be implemented in our lives. First is the economic barrier as we become older the concern about social well being and financial status are reflected in our behavior. This could be intentional or might be un- intentional too. We start discriminating poor if we are financially sound enough. This is the root cause of hatred and discrimination among us and is ultimately reflected within our society. There are fewer rich but most are underprivileged in our country hence the example of Krishnsa and Sudama friendship is more relevant. The story gives us the clear message that no one is either rich or poor in friendship the friends are just friends and friendship is forever. If we extend this quality among our society definitely the concern and care for each other will be on the driving seat and we can break the economic barrier which is the cause of hatred among us. We must be eager to help our friends and there is no place of egoism and selfishness between true friends. India has given the doctrine of “Bashudehva Kutumbukam” meaning the whole world is a huge family. We never invaded any country just to impose our power or for mere lust. Although our history has witnessed many invasions since time immemorial. But these invaders loved our culture so much that they finally mingled and lost their individuality and a homogeneous mixture of Indian culture emerged as if we were the ocean and invaders like rivers which lost their identity when coming in contact with us. This is only possible because we love and respect even the strangers which after coming to this divine land become a part of this huge family.
Students' Oxygen movement view
01/08/2010
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