Envy vs. Jealousy

The difference between envy and jealousy lies in their focus and context:

1. Envy:
• Focus: Envy is the desire for something someone else possesses, such as their success, qualities, or possessions.
• Emotion: It often involves a feeling of inferiority or resentment because one lacks what another has.
• Example: 'I envy her intelligence and success.'
2. Jealousy:
• Focus: Jealousy arises when there is a fear of losing something you already have to someone else, often in relationships.
• Emotion: It involves feelings of insecurity, fear, or suspicion.
• Example: 'He feels jealous when his partner talks to someone else.'

Envy and jealousy hinder spiritual growth by creating mental unrest and negative emotions. Both distract the mind from inner peace and self-awareness, entangling individuals in worldly attachments. Overcoming these emotions is essential for cultivating humility, contentment, and focus on the divine, which are vital for spiritual progress.

Knowledge Bank

How was Dronacharya born?

Sage Bharadwaja, Dronacharya's father, went to bathe in the river Ganga. Seeing Apsara Ghritachi there, he became sexually excited. His semen fell which he collected in a cup. From this dronacharya was born.

Ganesha's Broken Tusk

The story behind Ganesha's broken tusk varies. One version from the Mahabharata states that Ganesha broke his tusk to use it as a pen to write the epic dictated by Vyasa. Another version mentions that Ganesha broke his tusk in a fight with Parashurama, another avatar of Vishnu.