PPT on Values and Virtues In Indian Ethics- Cardinal Virtues

A presentation on Values and Virtues in Indian Ethics, exploring sadācāra, cardinal virtues, the concepts of good and evil, sacrifice and mokṣa. It reflects on how ethical and spiritual ideals guide human conduct toward self-realization and harmony in Indian philosophy.

1. Values and Virtues in Indian Ethics "PPT -Values and Virtues in Indian Ethics"  by  Rajshree Beneymadoo  is licensed under  CC BY 4.0 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 1

2. Learning Objectives By the end of this session, learners should be able to: • Define ethics and its scope in Indian philosophy • Explain Sadācāra , Good and Evil, Yajña , and Mokṣa • Relate ethical values to personal and social life • Reflect on application of Indian virtues in contemporary context 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 2

3. What is Ethics? Study of right conduct and moral principles Indian ethics integrates: - Individual responsibility - Social responsibility - Cosmic responsibility Reference: Manusmṛti , Upanishads, Bhagavad Gītā 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 3

4. Sadācāra – The Ideal Virtuous Person Sadācāra = one who follows righteous conduct Traits: honesty, compassion, truthfulness, self-restraint Textual references: Bhagavad Gītā 16.1–3, Manusmṛti Reflection: How can we embody Sadācāra today? 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 4

5. Good and Evil (Punya & Pāpa) Good (Punya): actions promoting truth, harmony, social welfare Evil ( Pāpa ): actions causing harm, injustice, suffering Ethics = decision-making guided by conscience and dharma Example: Arjuna’s dilemmas in Mahabharata Interactive: Share examples of moral choices in daily life 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 5

6. Sacrifice (Yajña) • Yajña = selfless action for higher good • Types: - Physical/ritual sacrifice - Ethical/moral sacrifice - Knowledge-based sacrifice • Bhagavad Gītā 3.13: Action without attachment is true sacrifice • Reflection: Selfless action in modern life 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 6

7. Mokṣa – Ultimate Goal Mokṣa = liberation from samsāra One of the Purusharthas : Dharma, Artha, Kama, Mokṣa Path to Mokṣa : knowledge, selfless action, devotion Example: Sage Yajnavalkya ( Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) Visual: Dharma → Karma → Mokṣa 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 7

8. Values and Virtues in Daily Life Sadācāra guides daily conduct Good & Evil informs moral choice Yajña cultivates selflessness & social service Mokṣa provides ethical & spiritual perspective Reflection prompt: Which virtue resonates most in your life? 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 8

9. Interactive LMS Activity Discussion Forum 1. Example of Sadācāra in modern life? 2. How can Yajña be practiced today? 3. How does understanding Good and Evil guide decisions? 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 9

10. Summary / Key Takeaways Indian ethics = holistic, integrating personal, social, spiritual dimensions Virtues guide ethical behavior Principles are practical for daily life & society Mokṣa provides ultimate goal & perspective 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 10

11. References Bhagavad Gītā Manusmṛti Radhakrishnan, Indian Philosophy Sharma, Ethics in Indian Thought Mahabharata & Upanishads 10/25/2025 Week 4 Ms R.Beneymadoo 11