SGR63

Temples are centers of prayer, where people gather to pray to the almighty for peace and contentment. Display of material extravaganza is stupidity. Focus of temples should be to ensure that the people who visit are able to remain in peace while offering their prayers to the almighty.

Temples must remain clear off any unwanted distractions; whatsoever it may be, for whatever reason. Where is the need for covering the temple walls and roofs with gold and silver? Why this show-off? GOD is equally claimed by the rich and poor. Where is the need for preparing gold and silver kavachams for the idol? Why the idol should have so much jewellery on it? unnecessary pomp.

The focus of temples should be on fulfilling the most basic wants of the people - food, clothing and shelter. Who else can be one's best associate than GOD in times of distress and calamity?

I understand GOD lives in temples. If you guys separate HIM from me, with all this pomp and luxury, where else can I go, with my sufferings? If it is true that GOD is one's best associate even in the worst of times, then should I not be allowed to reach him in times of pain and grief?

The root cause of all evil is the economic divide among people. Showcasing luxury is a manifestation of stupidity. Sensible to be simple. Temples should emanate simplicity in every front. Focus should be on fulfilling the basic wants of the people visiting the temples. Only then, the GOD in those temples shall be revered.
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