by Swami Harshananda

Modern man wants peace of mind. If today his peace has been badly disturbed, he himself is to blame.

Having created an environment conducive to restlessness, if he expects peace within and without, it is like keeping the hand in a fire and expecting not to be burnt! Peace can be disturbed due to various reasons. It is here that the Gita comes to his rescue.

1. If it is disturbed by death or disease, its philosophy of the immortal Self within brings inner strength to withstand the stress.
2. If it is rooted in financial problems, Gita's advocacy of sublimating greed and sharing the good things of life with others helps in defusing them.
3. If it is due to disturbed human relationships, the advice to see oneself in all, or God in all, gives the healing touch.
4. If it is tension in the field of action or duties, the entire Gita is at his service, teaching him the modus operandi.
5. If by chance(!) he hankers for God-experience, Gita leads him to it.