artha kama

Artha is not only money but also to get a sense of security.
Kama is not only desire, but also enjoyment of pleasure.

These two are common for every jeeva, whether it is from human race or animal kingdom.

Artha and Kama are for materialistic society. Have all luxuries but eternal happiness is elusive without Dharma and Moksha.

There are three significant elements in the process and they are:

1. Understanding the fundamentals or essentials of life -- i.e., ability
2. Ability to look at life in a holistic view -- i.e., depth in view and understanding.
3. Understand the real nature of real life -- Cardinal principle of spirituality - Who am I?

Knowledge of Purushartha helps us in decision making. Life is full of choices and their implementation. To make right decision, the goal has to be clear. The quality of Purushartha depends on the quality of choices. A gradation of Purushartha is necessary to arrive at a decision.

1. Dharma is the Pradhana or Primary Purushartha. It is the foundation of life. Adhere to Dharma, which will, in turn, protect us. Dharmo Rakshati Rakshitaha.
2. Mokha is the Parama or the Ultimate Purushartha.
3. Artha and Kama are only instrumental Purusharthas.

One should pursue Ardha and Kama according to Dharma ONLY to get Moksha.

Even Marriage is streamlining Kama according to Dharma.

Moksha is total freedom from bondage.

I hope I am clear.

Love and Love alone....