A civilization that has become godless because of material advancement in opulence is extremely dangerous. Because of great opulence, a materialist becomes so proud that he has no regard for anyone and even refuses to accept the authority of the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The result of such a mentality is certainly very dangerous. To show special favor, the Lord sometimes makes an example of someone like Bali Mahārāja, who was now bereft of all his possessions.
A civilization that has become godless because of material advancement in opulence is extremely dangerous
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"A civilization that has become godless because of material advancement in opulence is extremely dangerous"
Srimad-Bhagavatam
SB Canto 8
A civilization that has become godless because of material advancement in opulence is extremely dangerous.
The Supreme Personality of Godhead said: My dear Lord Brahmā, because of material opulence a foolish person becomes dull-witted and mad. Thus he has no respect for anyone within the three worlds and defies even My authority. To such a person I show special favor by first taking away all his possessions.
Page Title: | A civilization that has become godless because of material advancement in opulence is extremely dangerous |
Compiler: | Alankrutha |
Created: | 2021-01-04, 15:17:45 |
Totals by Section: | BG=0, SB=1, CC=0, OB=0, Lec=0, Con=0, Let=0 |
No. of Quotes: | 1 |