Bauddhik Plan for Age Group 9-12 for the second ... - Balagokulam

JulyDharmaFor a Hindu, a Guru can be a person, a symbol or a book. For example, in theSikh tradition, the holy book “Guru Granth Sahib” is treated as the Guru. Inour Balagokulam, we treat ‘Bhagwa Dhwaj’ (Saffron flag) as the Guru.EducationWe need to study our scriptures. Hindu (Vedic) Dharma is about theway of living (life). So we need to learn, understand and follow our customs,traditions from scriptures and not just be blind followers.DevotionWe need to cultivate devotion through worship/meditation. Devotionleads to concentration. Once we learn to concentrate, we can achieve andsucceed in many aspect of life.Purity in body, mind and speechWe need to be pure in body, mind and speech. If we are not pure/cleanphysically, it leads to physical illness. Similarly if we are not pure in thoughts(honest), it leads to stress. Following are some of the values which will help usdevelop purity of mind and body.1. Truth‘Satyameva Jayate’ (Truth alone triumphs), mentioned in our Scripturesand which also happens to appear in the national emblem of Bharat, is avalue, we all should practice. The story of king Harishchandra illustrates thevalue of following the truth irrespective of any obstacles and difficulties.2. HonestyKeeping up with the promises, not betraying people and not telling a lieare the unique values of the Hindu Dharma. Character and integrity leads tosuccess and is respected by all. Many have lost everything to keep up withthe promises.3. RighteousnessRighteousness is an essential part of Hindu way of life. In fact the word10Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS)