Hinduism Response To Moksha

Hinduism II response

In the previous section of reading, the idea of moksha was introduced. moksha is achieved when release from the cycle of rebirth occurs. The ability to reach moksha is dependent on the individuals ability to be impelled by the law of karma. According to the Hindu scripture, there are three ways to Liberation. The primary path is the way of action. The way of action is associated with yoga, more specifically karma yoga. The way of action is dependent on the idea of truly selfless duty without reservation. In contrast, some may argue that the accumulation of any karma is not good. You may ask, how is it that devotion to others has negative connotations. The explanations is that when you receive karma you must be reborn to experience it. This idea explains the transition that Hindu’s make in their old age. They stop engaging in activities that would yield any form of karma. Their hope is that there lack of action will help them become one
This second way to liberation is called the way of knowledge and acts in relation to jnana yoga. This realm of thinking believes that through scriptural knowledge we may achieve a transforming wisdom that also destroys our past karma. While I don’t necessarily agree with this point, it is important to use scriptural knowledge to inform oneself about the true nature of the universe. After the individual understands the importance of scripture, he may be inclined to turn to the third method of liberation; the way of devotion. The way of devotion often associated with bhakti yoga acts as a general amnesty for those who sin. One appealing aspect about the Hindu tradition is the prevalence of forgiveness. However, in Hinduism one must surrenderer and devote himself to Arjuna if he wants his sins to be forgiveness. In this case he is trading the imprisonment of his own guilt for the liberating imprisonment of