“Knowledge is the greatest treasure; it cannot be stolen, nor can it be consumed by fire.” Atharva Veda 10.1.20
There was a boy named Krishna in a small town. He was not very interested in studies. Even though he went to school, his mind was always occupied with games. No matter how much the teachers told him, he would not listen. "Why study? Money is enough!" He had a philosophy.
One day, Sridhar Sir, a great teacher in his school, said in class:
"Na hi jnanena sadrusham pavitrimiha vidyate .
Tatsvayam yogasamsiddhah kalenatmani vindati. (Bhagavad Gita 4:38]
(There is nothing in this world as sacred as knowledge. Knowledge appears as light from within to those who practice it over time.)
Krishna did not pay much attention to the words of that sir. But after a few years, his family fell into great financial difficulties. His father's business failed, and the whole family was under pressure due to debts.
In that situation, Krishna could not find a job anywhere. Then he realized – "I did not pay attention to my studies and gave value to meaningless things. That is why I am in a situation where I cannot do anything today."
He went to Sridhar Sir again in anger. "Sir, I always wanted to study hard. But I think it is already too late. “Can I start studying again now?" he asked.
Sir said with a smile, "Knowledge is never late. You start now; it will fill your future with light." He gave me an old computer and said, "Learn this, you will start a new life."
From that day on, Krishna started learning new things hard. Within a few years, he became a good software engineer. He improved the financial condition of his parents.
One day, when he went for an interview at a big software company, there was a sign in front of him that said "Na Hi Jnanena Sadrusham" written on the cabin. Seeing that verse, he smiled. "This is the word that changed my life!" he thought.
Morals to learn from the story:
1. Knowledge is always valuable: Even if we lose all our money and possessions, if we have knowledge with us, we can grow again.
2. We should respect our teachers: Good teachers change our lives. Do not forget what they say.
3. Knowledge is our real wealth: Even if we lose all our money and possessions, knowledge will always be with us.
4. Hard work - results: If we work honestly like Krishna, we can go any distance in life.
Important things to teach children through this story:
1. We must work hard to reach our goals.
2. If we practice knowledge, it will eventually show us the way to success.
3. Even in difficulties, we should not stop trying.
4. If we learn any task with interest, it will be useful in the future.
5. Even if we make a mistake, recognizing it and correcting it is real success
How to discuss this story with children:
1. What do you want to do in the future for your parents?
2. What changes do you want to make for your future?
3. Have you ever felt like you made a mistake like Krishna?
4. "Knowledge is never late” can you give any example of this?
5. How do you cope when things get tough?
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