Day 2: Personal Transformation and Moral Education
This session covers the specific virtues and internal qualities identified as the “essence” of the divine teachings.
The Acquisition of Virtues: The purpose of religion is the “ethical development and spiritual progress of mankind”. This includes the purification of character and the attainment of “heavenly virtues”.
Key Essential Teachings:
Trustworthiness and Truthfulness: Cited as the “fruits that best befit the tree of human life”.
Love: Both the Love of God (the “crown” of faith) and the Love of Humanity (universal love and solidarity).
Justice and Equity: Fundamental requirements for establishing a stable society.
Detachment and Humility: Essential for spiritual growth and severance from worldly riches.
