According to Aristotle Socrates had two wives. First wife was Xanthippe, by whom he had a son, Lamprocles. Xanthippe is described as having explosive temper and inclination to argue. She is often described as cranky, nagging, and hysterical. Thus, philosopher Socrates, known for his wisdom, intellect, and powerful words, lived in an environment filled with […]
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A COMMENT, ON THE COMMENTS
SHITWHOLE.COM is receiving comments from readers. I am genuinely not aware of these comments; and even if I knew, probably I did not pay the attention they deserve. The other day I was reading through few such comments by the readers. They are simply amazing. I have asked concerned people who manage my website whether […]
THOUGHTS ON HAPPINESS
What is happiness? Where is happiness? Can we say that we are happier than animals? Happiness is in mind, people say. These very people also say happiness lies in contentment. How do we know it is true? We are yet to see a contented man! Most importantly the said contentment is subjective. It cannot be […]
A LIFE WELL LIVED
Early morning today, while going to the library, I saw this pigeon – dark bluish ash color – sitting on the ground in the front yard of my house. From its look I understood that it was old. The bird was in the middle of my front yard. It has stopped flying. Its majestic wings, […]
ON WEALTH
Wealth, even an immense fortune, dwindles with constant use. It is similar to collyrium. On the other hand, even a modest fortune grows, if added constantly. It is similar to an anthill. It follows from the above that, even the immense wealth should be made to grow. Whatever remains unearned must be earned. What is […]
Happiness in National Education Policy 2020
The Prime Minister of India celebrated the NEP2020 with a lot of pomp and show. It is said that the NEP2020 aims at a holistic development of a child. It talks about many qualifications and qualities of a student starting from age 3 onwards till the completion of education leading up to Ph.D. Some characteristics […]
Wedding of Sumeet + Naina = SUNAINA
It was a spectacular wedding with elements of a lifetime of love and happiness. May the Almighty grant them wisdom, blessings, and happiness. I believe that you two are a blessing not only to each other but to all those around you. It is lovely to see that you both found each other, wedded and […]
Knowledge or Ignorance
This morning i.e., 11 th may, 2021 (Tuesday), a friend of mine sent the following Sanskrit shlok: Samagram dukhamayattam Avignaye DwayasryamSukham samagram Vijnanam Vimaleca Pratishtitam Translation of this shlok: ignorance is at every root of all the desires, diseases of both the body and the mind. Knowledge, the ultimate realisation leads to happiness. I have […]
