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Such a mind does not give importance to temporary miracles
and benefits and thus becomes your well-wisher. It inspires
noble thoughts and conduct and contemplation on the real
nature of the world, thus bringing the soul closer to salvation.
Thus, a cautious mind is your well-wisher.

We sing the glory of religion not because of miracles like the
appearance of celestial beings, etc. but due to its ability to
gift the soul mental peace and solitude, which cannot be

bought even for crores of rupees.
God! We believe in you, we have faith in you not because of
your extravagant appearance and magical events which occur
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now and then but because of your ‘Aptatva’ and the light of
knowledge that you have spread.
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What is ‘Aptatva’? A trustworthy personality. God is
Omniscient and completely detached from all worldly aspects
– no love or hatred for anyone and hence He has no reason
to lie. He has eliminated ignorance entirely and can thus
perceive objects otherwise invisible to the naked eye. Thus we
can blindly trust his words and the minute details he delivers.
Can you trust someone who is attached to worldly possessions
and does not possess complete knowledge?
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Thus, the glory of Arihantas is due to their Aptatva whereas

the glory of religion is due to its ability to provide mental
peace and solitude.

Exercise religion truthfully with a pure heart and worship
Vitaraga Lord devotionally. You will hear an inner voice which
says, “Lord! You are my wealth and health. External wealth

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