The word Dharma
has been in use from ancient times. Budha used to say "Aeso Dhammo Sanatano. The
largest collection of Budhas sutras is called Dhammapada. Mahavir says:
Dhammo mangalmukkitum, Ahimsa Sanjamo Tavo
Deva vi tam namasanti, jass dhammo saya mano
Dharma comprising of Ahimsa, (non- voilence), Tapa
(austerity) and Sanjam (discipline) is the ultimate well-being.
The one who is constantly engaged in the above mentioned
Dharma is respected even by the gods.
It is of utmost importance that we under stand the meaning
of Dharma, the context it was and should be used. |