Fact that Hindus are happiest is not surprising, supported by C. B. Patel in column “As I see it”. A happy Hindu is an asset to any country. But in layman’s language, Hindus are happiest due unshakeable faith in any of 33 crores God with fullest liberty to choose happily. Happiness is rooted in strong attachments to family.
Hindus seek solace in fact that whatever happens is God’s will. Every event has a happy motive. Joy or sufferings are as per karma. So no cheer/ no pain/ no swing between happiness and depression. Ahimsa teaches Hindu to avoid confrontation. Money is root of evil, to be avoided in favor of frugal life. But he should worship prosperity as Godess Laxmi. Thus happiness in poverty and affluence. Hindus respect sentiments of parents during education, friendship, marriage etc. But the strongest pillar for happiness is faith in God, helping to keep away from elements that may hurt parents, society and family. Teachings of karma motivates him to perform good deeds and thus is a good incentive to be happy today to smile tomorrow, or a better circumstances in next birth. Thus one is happy even if his karma does not give desired fruits.
Ramesh Jhalla
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