Man’s Position in the Universe

think, “I will use this freedom as I please, following my desires. I do not have to ask anyone how I should use my freedom.” Contrary to this, the right way to use this freedom is for man to try to discover from whom he has obtained this freedom. And then, man should find out what the Giver of this freedom intends by giving it to him and how he should use this freedom and act accordingly. This discovery makes man aware of the proper use of the freedom he enjoys. The right and wrong use of human freedom is not a mystery. Any person, if he is sincere, can discover this fact. But, to discover any truth, the seriousness of purpose is necessary. Therefore, seriousness is also required to find out this law of freedom. The person who reflects on this question with seriousness will discover a criterion inside every person for distinguishing between the right and wrong present in him by birth. With his natural awareness, every person can know which action is right and which is not. This criterion is called ‘the conscience.’ Another name for it is ‘common sense.’ In this way, man can learn what to do and what not to do by listening to the voice of his conscience. It is as if every person’s conscience is his guide for him. Inside every person, this warner is present. Experience tells us that this element is never inactive. It never allows man to be heedless. It never makes a mistake in carrying out its duties. By birth itself, within every person, a specific, powerful emotion is present. It is the emotion of acknowledgement. Everyone can personally experience this. Through his conscience or common sense, every person knows that he ought to acknowledge people’s kindness. Man’s internal guide recognizes this acknowledgement