Strong family, strong society

The institution of the family is an important component of society. The way we shape our family will be reflected in our society. The lessons of pluralism, inclusiveness, brotherhood, togetherness, unity and tolerance can stem from our families if they are properly guided by our religious scriptures, faith, and beliefs.

Thus the future of our country will depend on this. According to Marco Rubio, “The most important institution in society is the family. If the family breaks down, society breaks down.” According to Goswami sushilji Maharaj, National president Bhartiya serva Dharma Sansad (parliament of all religion), “It has been our tradition for long to respect our elders and tender love and affection towards children. This respect and love was not based on caste or religion, but on the culture of our villages and traditions. Building a strong family and a strong society is the need of hour. The family is the basic structural and functional unit of a flourishing society. David R Mace, a pioneer in the field of marriage, rightly said.” Nothing in the world could make human life happier than the increase in number of strong families.

One to two lakh years back, when God created Adam and Eve as the first couple on earth, the first brick of civilization was laid with the formation of a family, with a husband and wife. From them, twain sprouted the countless families and the whole humanity. During the lockdown period, every one of us experienced the importance of family life. All major religions and their scriptures have the same teachings. In the Hindu religion, family-centric life has been given important significance. In the manuscripts, it is mentioned that women are under the protection of father, husband, and children during their childhood, adolescent age, and old age respectively. Before getting married, couples often complete Christian premarital counselling. This helps the couple understand and plan for a marriage that will glorify God. According to Quran “your wives are garments to you and you are garments to them.” Acharya Viveka Muniji, spiritual Guru of the Jain community said every individual wants that his family should lead a happy and prosperous life.