14 insightful thoughts on CHANAKYA’S NITISHASTRA
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Nitishastra is a great work of Chanakya. Chanakya was a man of letters and man of principles. His life revolved around following ideals to lead an ideal life. According to him, lofty ideals could become a certain reality if one intelligently works towards achieving his/her goals in a determined, progressive and practical manner. Nitishastra states that ‘Truth is the most bitter of all.’ Chanakya was aware of the realities of life and weaknesses of people. He knew that people know the truth, but still they embrace lies. He tried to minimize this dispute between truth and lies to a certain extent. The finer nuances of Nitishastra are as follows:
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NITISHASTRA ON RELIGION
Chanakya’s Nitishastra on religion includes a whole chapter on religion. Chanakya considered humanity as greatest of all religions. Chanakya noticed human beings entangled in Dharma. He never approved of this and so he imparted the real knowledge of Dharma or religion. He kept humanity on par with religion. It was on basis of this principle that he intended to improve lives. According to Chanakya, if God were the ruler of the world, then he would have no worries in his life. He believed that pilgrimage, worship and sacred bath purify the mind. He also advised that a man should maintain a good composure and maintain silence while taking his meals. He believed that one who keeps mum while having his meal, for at least a year, can have a place in heaven for millions of years.
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