Passage 17

In English

As I told you in the beginning, one does not need great wealth to carry on with one’s life. If desires are kept under check, even a small income is sufficient enough to lead a happy life. But today man is not making any effort to control his senses. One should put his senses to proper use to experience happiness. What for the eyes are given to you? Is it to look at anything and everything? No. Eyes are given to have the vision of God. You know why feet are given to you. Is it to roam here and there? No. They are meant to circumambulate the temple. You know why God has given you ears. Is it to listen to vain gossip? No. They are meant to listen to divine glory.