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Understanding Existence as Co Existence Sah Astitva

The presentation discusses the concept of Sah-astitva, emphasizing that existence is fundamentally co-existence and interconnectedness among all units in space. It advocates for ethical human conduct, natural acceptance of values, and a humanistic education to foster a harmonious and sustainable future. The call to action encourages embracing a co-existential worldview to promote collective well-being and mutual fulfillment.

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Understanding Existence as Co Existence Sah Astitva

The presentation discusses the concept of Sah-astitva, emphasizing that existence is fundamentally co-existence and interconnectedness among all units in space. It advocates for ethical human conduct, natural acceptance of values, and a humanistic education to foster a harmonious and sustainable future. The call to action encourages embracing a co-existential worldview to promote collective well-being and mutual fulfillment.

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Understanding

Existence as Co-
existence (Sah-
astitva)
This presentation explores the profound concept of Sah-astitva,
which posits that existence is fundamentally co-existence. It's a
framework where mutually interacting units exist within an all-
pervasive space. This holistic view contrasts sharply with
reductionist or dualistic perspectives. By understanding Sah-
astitva, we can pave the way for a more harmonious and
sustainable future, grounded in ethical human conduct and a deep
appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things.

by Darren Shan
The Nature of Reality: Units in Space
Material Units Conscious Units All-pervasive Space

These units encompass matter, These units include living beings, Space is the boundless field that
energy, and physical objects. They characterized by self-awareness, enables the co-existence and
are quantifiable and subject to the desires, and a sense of purpose. interaction of all units. It's not
laws of physics, representing the They represent the qualitative and merely an empty void, but an
tangible aspects of existence. experiential aspects of existence. essential dimension for the
existence of everything.
Holistic Perception of Harmony

Individual 1 Family
2

4
Nature/Environment 3 Society

Harmony arises from mutual fulfillment and understanding among interacting units. It's not merely the absence of conflict,
but a positive state of interconnectedness and interdependence. Disharmony at one level inevitably cascades and affects all
other levels. For instance, a tree contributes to the ecosystem by providing oxygen, shelter, and nutrients, while also
receiving essential resources from its surroundings.
Natural Acceptance of
Human Values
1 Truth
Seeking and upholding factual accuracy and honesty in communication.

2 Honesty
Being truthful, sincere, and free from deceit in actions and words.

3 Non-violence
Avoiding harm to oneself and others through thoughts, words, and deeds.

4 Love and Compassion


Showing empathy, kindness, and genuine care for all beings.

Natural acceptance is the innate ability to recognize and uphold values. These are
not imposed but organically arise from understanding our interconnectedness.
Honesty in a relationship fosters trust and mutual fulfillment. This leads to ethical
behavior.
Definitiveness of Ethical Human Conduct

Clarity Consistency Universality


Ethical conduct must be clearly defined Ethical principles must be consistently Ethical principles must be applicable to
and easily understood. applied across situations. all human beings.

Ethical conduct is life-affirming, sustainable, and promotes well-being for all. It requires a deep understanding of co-existence and
the natural acceptance of human values. It is more than just blindly following rules or laws. It also involves self-restraint, such as only
taking what you need so that others have what they need.
Basis for Humanistic Education
Holistic Knowledge
Emphasizing interconnectedness and systems thinking.

Critical Thinking
Encouraging analysis, evaluation, and problem-solving skills.

Value-Based Learning
Integrating ethical principles and human values into the curriculum.

Collaborative Learning
Promoting teamwork, communication, and shared responsibility.

Humanistic education fosters understanding of co-existence and natural acceptance. In


history class, students can learn about leaders who caused harm and good. The goal is
to develop ethical, responsible, and compassionate individuals who contribute to a
harmonious and sustainable future for all.
Humanistic Constitution and
Universal Order
1 Global Cooperation
Working together across nations to solve shared challenges.

2 Equitable Resource Distribution


Ensuring fair access to resources for all people and nations.

3 Environmental Stewardship
Protecting and preserving the planet's ecosystems and biodiversity.

4 Peace
Promoting non-violent conflict resolution and mutual understanding.

A Humanistic Constitution is rooted in co-existence, justice, and sustainability. It prioritizes


global cooperation, resource distribution, and peace. Moving away from GDP to account for
the environment creates a better measurement of country success.
Conclusion: Towards a
Co-existential Future
In conclusion, Sah-astitva, natural acceptance, ethical conduct, and
holistic harmony are key to a co-existential future. It calls for
reflection and dialogue to create implications for personal and
collective well-being. This presentation is a call to action to
embrace a co-existential worldview. By embracing human values
and striving towards a humanistic future, we can collectively create
a world where all beings can thrive in harmony and mutual
fulfillment. The future is in our hands.

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