Nobody would disagree that it is required
to acquire knowledge by various means. However it is also equally important to spread
one’s realization for the benefit of others. It is of no use to keep hiding the
wealth of knowledge within oneself. It would only lead to a build-up of ego
which causes nothing but a downfall.
The enlightened
ones who have grasped the real knowledge don’t need to be taught about this.
The means to deliver their wisdom to others is quite natural to them.
However
for others who may have embarked on this journey difficulties will arise in
their path.
It can be thought of as a sort of test to the candidate in order to
prove one’s worthiness to attain the life’s secrets. One who understands the truth
will find this test easy.
The truth is that knowledge exists everywhere around
us and there is no secrecy involved.
But to perceive this truth is not easy. Hence
one should strive to gain knowledge by all possible means and at the same time
one should share the knowledge with others.
It is in this context,
Edith Wharton,
American novelist commented “there are two ways of spreading light: to be the
candle or the mirror that reflects it”. Ones who have been illuminated with
life’s knowledge will naturally share their wisdom by being the source of
light.
Another means to contribute in spreading the knowledge is to act as a
mirror to return this light of course by first absorbing the essence.
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