The Unjust World

Many people in this world feel dejected when they see others, who seem less qualified than them, occupying better positions or enjoying greater success.

For instance:

• Someone who failed in 10th grade is earning millions of rupees, while a highly educated person, such as a Ph.D. or an IAS officer, earns far less.
• People perceived as less intelligent have become powerful politicians, wielding unimaginable wealth and influence, leaving others feeling insignificant despite their own accomplishments.
• An individual with little apparent talent becomes a successful YouTuber, while a sober, intelligent, and well-mannered person remains unnoticed.
• A person who is not conventionally attractive has married a very beautiful spouse, seemingly only because of their wealth.

These observations often lead us to question:

• Why do good things happen to bad people?
• Why do bad things happen to good people?
• Why life is unfair to me?

Such thoughts continuously plague our minds, creating feelings of frustration, envy, and self-doubt.

The Root of Inequality

What we fail to understand is that the beauty talents, intelligence, or riches we possess are not truly “ours.” They have been bestowed upon us by the Supreme Lord, as a result of the good deeds we performed in past lives.

Similarly, those we perceive as undeserving of their success or influence have also been rewarded by the Supreme Lord based on their own past actions.

Lord Krishna says in the Bhagavad Gita: 

“Karmano hy api boddhavyam boddhavyam ca vikarmanah, akarmanash ca boddhavyam gahanā karmano gatih”

“The intricacies of action are very hard to understand. Therefore, one should know properly what action is, what forbidden action is, and what inaction is.”

The law of karma is profound and complex, often beyond human comprehension. However, it operates with absolute precision, ensuring that everyone receives results—good or bad—based on their past deeds.

Recognizing this truth, we should never feel superior or inferior to anyone else simply because they seem to have more or less than us. Instead, we must understand that each individual is reaping the results of their karma, just as we are reaping ours.

Comparing ourselves to others only breeds dissatisfaction and takes us further from inner peace.

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We should realize that we are all tiny parts and parcels of the Supreme Lord, who is the ultimate source of all power, beauty, and joy in this world.

By cultivating humility and offering respect to everyone, regardless of their status or achievements, we align ourselves with divine truth. With folded hands and a heart full of devotion, we should take shelter of Lord Hari, the Supreme Lord, who alone is the source of unconditional love and joy.

By understanding this and surrendering to Lord Krishna, we can transcend envy and frustration, finding true fulfillment in humility and devotion.