Unveiling the Truth: Embracing the Right Beliefs in an Age of Relativism

Each person must determine for themselves what they believe. However, with a deeper understanding of one's beliefs, these will gradually evolve over time. My beliefs align with an incredible amount of life experience, sincere seeking of knowledge, and exploring the profound consciousness that connects all of life.

The Illusion of 'Right Beliefs'

It is important to recognize that there are no 'right beliefs.' The term 'belief' was created to explain something without concrete proof or knowledge. Even the term 'guess' falls into the same category. It is wise to proceed with the idea that 'Do Not Believe All You Think.'

Beliefs are often derived from persuasion, not concrete proof or evidence. They remain fluid throughout one’s life. Consider something you once believed but now reject, such as the existence of Santa Claus or the Tooth Fairy, based on your cultural context.

These beliefs represent provisional conclusions. This is why faith is often invoked to justify them. However, the problem with faith is that it can be used to justify any belief, no matter how absurd. This makes faith an ineffective path to truth.

The Foolishness of Absolute Certainty

Saying you are right about any belief can be considered foolish. If someone were to tell you that everything you hold dear, all your beliefs, and everything you thought you knew was an illusion, you might assume they are deluded or need medical attention.

In today's era of relativism and liberalism, it is generally frowned upon to claim knowing the Absolute Truth. One can be certain about scientific and technological knowledge, but to profess knowledge from religion or God is often dismissed as a delusion or fanaticism. This dismissal is often met with the response that 'all religions claim the same thing.'

Examining the Universal Truth

Let's examine this common response. Assuming everyone says the same thing and using that to negate the claim is logically flawed. If everyone claims the same thing, it is reasonable to suspect there is something to it, not that it must be false.

Vedic teachings from Hinduism suggest that all religions are different cultural expressions of the same Absolute Truth. If this is true, and God has revealed a process to know Him, it should be possible to investigate and verify it. Otherwise, it is merely a belief or speculation.

The Logical Imperative of Absolute Truth

If a supreme entity (God) exists, it is logical to assume He has a process for being known. The contemporary culture, however, frowns upon claiming to know God or the truth. This attitude is based on the idea that the truth cannot be known. But this is illogical.

If God exists, He can verify His own existence, making knowledge of Him certain. If He does not exist, it cannot be known, as proving a negative is difficult. Therefore, believing in God is a more intellectually valid position than disbelief, as the first can be verified, while the second cannot.

The Path to Knowing the Truth

As the Bhagavad Gita suggests:

“Now hear, O Son of Prtha, how by practicing yoga in full consciousness of Me, with mind fixed on Me, you can know Me in full, free from doubt.” Bhagavad Gita 7.1

“I shall now declare unto you, in full, this knowledge both phenomenal and numinous. This being known, nothing further shall remain for you to know.” Bhagavad Gita 7.2

These verses highlight the importance of yoga and consciousness in revealing the Absolute Truth. They encourage a journey of self-exploration and understanding.

Understanding the truth and its correlates can lead to a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Engaging with this path is crucial in an age where relativism and uncertainty dominate.