Triangle of Life - Swami Rama

Our life, from the standpoint of sadhana, is like a triangle having three angles : A, B and C.  Here "A" indicates the whole of man and his inner being.  "B" stands for practical life which we pass in the midst of our family, neighborhood, society and all the creatures of the world.  The third angle "C" shows that aspect of life, including the physical body, which is related to the forces of nature.  Man cannot consider himself perfect merely on the strength of a successful practical life nor can he exist merely on the basis of his body and inner being.  Life is impossible without the harmonious cooperation of all these aspects.  If the elements of nature were to withdraw their support, no creature could maintain its physical existence.  If the sun stopped emanating light, water ceased to quench thirst and air put an end to its movement, man's existence would be impossible.  It is, therefore, essential for man to learn the art of maintaining the right relationships among his inner being, his life of action in this world, and the elements of nature which sustain the physical body.

Source: 'Book of Wisdom' published by Himalayan International Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy, Honesdale, Pennsylvania.  Reprinted with permission.

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