The technology of peace is truth

All through the ages, wars have been declared by the old and rich, where the young and the poor fight and lose their lives. The damage done can never be fixed later. Wars are never declared out of ignorance, but always to fulfil self interest and greed. It is surely not a pursuit of a civilized mind, where money is spent to invent devices to kill each other and have no time to work on how to bring peace. Referring to this shortsighted mindset, Albert Einstein said that, “ I know not with what weapons world war 3 will be fought, but world war 4 will be fought with sticks and stones.

All through the ages, the cause behind any war is human greed, hatred, and anger. With greater technology and brainpower, men could invent bombs to bring the world to pieces, but were unable to develop the feelings of the heart to bring peace.

Referring to global problems (climate change, inequality, and conflict), the Dalai Lama recently said that they cannot be solved by technology alone and require a shift in consciousness. It is true that with the help of science (artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and other powerful technology), men can live physically much better, but unless human values are not developed from early age, life can never be peaceful. As Buddha said, “Mind is not a dustbin to keep anger, hatred and jealousy. It is a treasure box to keep love, happiness, and sweet memories.”

Ancient Indian civilisation and it’s major religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism), always emphasised the balanced development of head and heart, and enshrined as the only way towards the true progress of humanity. Unless these ethical values are imparted to young minds, we can never expect future generations to have a healthy body and mind.
Ancient Indian texts such as the Rig Veda and Upanishad (originated in 1500-800 BCE), also refer to the universal law of Karma. It says every soul is free to make any choice. But whatever energy a person puts in to the world (positive or negative), will become the domain that person person inhabits. Like a mirror, each thought, word and action is reflected back to create our own reality. So it is essential to know the importance of humility and an open heart. Only with money power and superior technology, no nation can progress much, and one must willingly embrace the wisdom of old civilisations to our own benefit. 

Truth is like a pole star that always shines through the ages and doesn't differs based on location and time. As human beings we may be angry sometimes, but it is not okay to be cruel. Abraham Lincoln rightly said, “the best way to destroy an enemy, is to make him a friend “