Competition
has its good points and its limitations. It seems
that there has to be several tiers of systems and under standing suited for different
level of existence. Arjun was the one who could be a candidate for Nishkam karma yoga.
His excellence would flourish under these circumstances.
Bhim may be a different story. For him a challenge by Duryodhana may produce a better
result.
Remember, Krishna, Buddha or Ram cannot be produced by the
method of training or competition. They are unique flowers.
Patanjali and Einstein also are in similar boat.
Competition can produce average, the superior is out of the reach of competition.
People like Tiger Woods (the champion golfer) have noted
this point too. He feels and teaches others to think to produce their own best rather than
compete with others.
Why be limited by the limitations of others. Excel with
yourself. This in many terms is similar to doing karma according to your swadharma. |