In spite of his education and intelligence,

a foolish man will not know his true

Self and a mean-minded person will

not give up his wicked qualities.

Modern education leads only to argumentation,

not to total wisdom.

What is the use of acquiring worldly

education if it cannot lead you to

immortality?

Acquire the knowledge that will make you

immortal.

(Telugu Poem)

(SSS Vol.33, pp. 27-28)

Acquire that knowledge which will make you immortal. Modern education can help you only to eke out a livelihood. It is meant for a living and not for life. In fact, it is responsible for the present decline of morality in society. In olden days, people gave topmost priority to truth and righteousness. They considered divine love as their very life. The women of Bharat sacrificed their lives for the sake of truth. Women should develop the wealth of virtues and also safeguard the honour of their husbands. Both men and women should have good character. Without good character, all your learning will prove futile. (SSS Vol.35, pp. 290-291)