The story "શબ્દએ માણસને શું નથી આપ્યું?" by Dr. Yogendra Vyas reflects on the profound impact of words on human life. The author begins by quoting poet Umashankar Joshi, emphasizing that while a poet may set out with words, it is more accurate to say that words guide the poet. Words have provided humanity with family, society, knowledge, science, philosophy, literature, and culture, enriching human existence in countless ways. Dr. Vyas shares his personal journey with language and education, having spent years teaching Gujarati literature and linguistics. He expresses gratitude for the opportunity to engage deeply with words and their meanings, finding joy in understanding and sharing this knowledge with others. He aims to create a regular dialogue with readers about words, education, and literature. The narrative also touches on spirituality through a reference to Swami Ramakrishna, illustrating the deep connection between perception and belief. The author uses a metaphor involving sugar in water to highlight how our experiences may be overlooked if we do not consciously engage with them. Overall, the story celebrates the transformative power of words in shaping human experience and understanding.

by Dr. Yogendra Vyas in Gujarati Philosophy

Writen by Dr. Yogendra Vyas

Category Philosophy