The standard of material education is sense gratification, but the highest standard of spiritual education is knowledge of the science of The Supreme Lord. Srimad Bhagavatam (4.29.49) states: “That work which pleases the Supreme Personality of Godhead is the highest work, and that science or knowledge which places one in full Krishna consciousness is the highest knowledge.”
Similarly, Prahlada Maharaja, while instructing his childhood friends at school, stated that hearing of the Lord, chanting about Him, remembering Him, worshiping Him, praying to Him, serving Him, making friends with Him and offering everything to Him constitute the highest spiritual knowledge.
Therefore, the highest standard of education is spiritual knowledge of the science of the Supreme Controller, Enjoyer and Owner - Lord Krishna, deep understanding and practical implementation of the bonafide way of leading exemplary lives in Krishna Consciousness.
Article by:
H.G. Mathura Vasi Devi Dasi
(Meghna Choudhury)
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