Ideal Husbands, Ideal Wives
One of the biggest challenges we face today, is how to overcome the lack of
trust in our relationships (In this course we are dedicated to explore how
we can improve these relationships.)
The present reality for many women is that they have experienced exploitation
and or abuse from men on some level or another. Unless the husband is dedicated
to improving his character and behaviour through the process of Krishna consciousness,
he is sure to succumb to the exploiting mentality in his relationship with
his unfortunate wife.
On the other hand if the wife is not fixed in her desire for spiritual upliftment
and in the understanding of her need to faithfully serve a deserving husband,
she will also fall prey to the exploiting mentality; competing with her husband,
in the race for personal sense gratification.
Men and women both must endevour to improve their individual character, develop
meaningful relationships and ultimately increase their Krishna consciousness.
The ideal Vedic role models should be our aim; but we must work together realistically
to adjust to modern demands. Lasting relationships will grow only on the basis
of loving trust and open communication.
Duties of a Faithful Husband
One who accepts a wife must be a faithful husband and give
her full protection... One who strictly...