Laziness: The Root of Misfortune
Laziness causes misfortune and prevents spiritual progress. If laziness did not exist in the world, every person would be wealthy and wise. But because of laziness, the earth is filled with poor people and ignorant beings.
To avoid this, one must give up laziness. From childhood, people should focus on good company, study of scriptures, and other productive activities. This is the best path to follow.
Although it is hard to engage in such activities in early childhood, one should start putting effort from the beginning of youth. When childhood's playful and restless nature ends, a person should dedicate himself to serving their teacher and gaining knowledge.
By associating with learned teachers and wise companions, one can refine their qualities like devotion and kindness. At the same time, they should reflect on their flaws, like attachment and hatred, and understand that good qualities lead to welfare while bad qualities cause harm.
Valmiki said: When sage Vasistha shared these teachings, the day ended. The sun set, and the assembly of sages offered their respects to Vasistha and went for evening prayers, bathing, and fire rituals. At sunrise, they returned to Vasistha to continue learning.
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