Ethical Framework for Pushtimārg Resources
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By accessing and using this website (https://vallabh.org), you agree to comply with the following guidelines, in addition to the legal terms and conditions. These guidelines are established to ensure the proper dissemination and preservation of Pushtimārgīya teachings.
Ownership
All contributors wholeheartedly dedicate and surrender their work, along with all Puruṣārtha associated with it, to Śrī Thākorjī (Vrajādhip - Śrī Kṛṣṇa). Through this act, the ownership and belonging of this work rest solely with the Lord of Vraj. This signifies that every effort and creation is offered as a service to the divine, reaffirming that the true proprietor of all endeavors is none other than Śrī Thākorjī.
Pushtimārgīya Ethics
Norms of Usage
The use of Devī Sampatti must adhere to specific norms that align with the principles of divinity and devotion. These norms state that:
- Content on this website, regarded as Devī Sampatti, is sacred and must be utilized solely for purposes that honor and glorify Thākorjī.
- The proceedings derived from the use of Devī Sampatti—whether material, financial, or otherwise—must retain the same sanctity and be reinvested into acts of devotion or service within the framework of Pushtimārg.
- Using the materials, content, or resources from this website for personal self-promotion is strictly prohibited.
Interpretation and Ethical Framework
When determining the appropriate use of Devī Sampatti, one must always interpret it through the lens of Śrī Vallabhācārya’s Siddhānta (spiritual doctrines).
Śrī Vallabhācārya, the founder of Pushtimārg, provided a moral and ethical framework that emphasizes:
- Humility (vinaya),
- Selflessness, and
- Devotion (seva bhāva).
These principles guide devotees in their actions, ensuring that every decision and use of resources remains true to the values of Pushtimārg and honors and glorifies Thākorjī.
This framework demands that:
- Devotees evaluate their actions to ensure alignment with the spiritual principles of Pushtimārg.
- Any use or interpretation that deviates from these morals and ethics is considered an apvāda (misstep) and must be promptly corrected.
FAQ
1. What is Devī Sampatti?
Devī Sampatti refers to the transformation of Puruṣārtha into a sacred offering, symbolizing “divine wealth” or “divine resources.” It is distinct from material possessions, as it represents resources or efforts that are consecrated in service to Thākorjī.
This includes:
- Time,
- Energy,
- Wealth, or
- Any offering made with devotion.
Such offerings transcend physical or worldly significance, aligning with divine principles and uplifting the soul on the path of grace (pushti).