August 28, 2010 | In: Leadership
Ideal Taxes – Radhanath Swami
places where it is most needed for everyone’s welfare. But today, somehow or other, the money is being extracted but we don’t see any money coming down. We don’t know where it is gone.
We never hear the sun taking any bribes. But, nowadays we know that nothing is going to be provided for me unless I bribe. What does this mean? This means that the leaders are not God conscious, they are not ruling on behalf of God. They are ruling on behalf of their own pride, their own ego and their own exploitative tendency. Some leaders really want to do good to people. Such a soul is very rare. They may have all good motives; but they cannot fulfill their desires to really help, because they are not directed by the saintly persons and the holy books, who can teach them the actual method to be in harmony with arrangement of God.
By Radhanath Swami

105 Responses to Ideal Taxes – Radhanath Swami
Siddeshwar Bhat
August 28th, 2010 at 1:14 am
I have read in the Srimad Bhagavatam about ideal Kings. Kings like Yudhistir, Bharath and Parikshit. They lived by the same principles as Radhanath Swami is pointing herein
Raj Chopra
August 28th, 2010 at 3:16 am
Radhanath Swami has explained the impact of a God conscious leader on society and vice versa.
Some day we hope to see such a God conscious leader and I am sure his countrymen will be happy , grateful and God loving citizens.
Sandeep Kamat
August 28th, 2010 at 3:45 am
It is so true what Radhanath Swami is saying. What we really lack are God-conscious leaders today. When a person is God-conscious he develops all the good qualities and also he is selfless.
God conscious leaders is what the society needs today.
prashant v
August 28th, 2010 at 4:01 am
this is very true today the leadership position is accepted to enjoy the facilities not to serve the common mass, as Maharaj has enlightened us that because of not receiving proper guidance from authorized guides they are simply using the extracted money for their selfish and egoistic purposes that has caused havoc in society.
Sheetal Maheshwari
August 28th, 2010 at 4:04 am
Often people don’t believe that systematic training in God Consciousness can help solve all the problems of the world. This article so clearly explains one such aspect.
Balaji
August 28th, 2010 at 4:59 am
When the leaders of the society are properly trained in Krishna Consciousness, then all the problems of society can be solved as they rule on behalf of God.
rambaboo maheshwari
August 28th, 2010 at 5:15 am
the examples of sun-rain and taxes is very nicely explained with a need of taking guidence from authority .
Yudhisthira
August 28th, 2010 at 5:53 am
In the present context of India thoughts of Radhanath Swami come as very important instructions.
B.J. ARORA
August 28th, 2010 at 6:14 am
Radhanath Swami talks well about the exploitation that is going on currently.
Renuka
August 28th, 2010 at 6:31 am
So true!! Today our country is going through lots of political problem cause our great leaders are not god consious and have become servants of their own false pride and false ego.
samir paleja
August 28th, 2010 at 7:18 am
Perfect description of reality!
Sanjay S
August 28th, 2010 at 8:10 am
We can see from Radhanath Swami’s statement, how far we are from the ideal situation.
Aishwarya
August 28th, 2010 at 8:20 am
Radhanath Swami beautifully explains the ideal distribution of the taxes through the analogy of the clouds distribution of rain in the needy places.
Ravi Garg
August 28th, 2010 at 9:27 am
We pary that all the leaders of the society takes to advise of Radhanath Swami & selflessly serve the people as a service to God……
Y.Raja Shekar
August 28th, 2010 at 10:06 am
The guru of Radhanath swami said “A king is supposed to be the representative of God”. But unfortunately in today’s world no leader is God cosnscious and hence can not give justice to their dependents. “We never heard Sun taking bribe” This statement of Radhanath Swami is very hilarious.
suresh kanakraj
August 28th, 2010 at 10:45 am
leaders are the servants of the society and of the peoples hence first of all leaders should be god conscious only then the people in general will be happy practising spirituality,all leaders should follow the instructions of radhanath swami,
Girish
August 28th, 2010 at 10:48 am
Radhanath Swami has cited an ideal explain to explain a ideal lifestyle.
krishang
August 28th, 2010 at 10:53 am
very well said,thank you maharaj
Aman Jain
August 28th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Radhanath Swami has described the characterstics of ideal leader based upon Vedic scriptures.
mukund
August 28th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
inspiring example
Meera Sharma
August 28th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
Prabhupad took so much pain to cultivate Brahmans(learned, intelligent class) from all over the world. His disciples following his foot steps doing the same. So if we have leaders who are guided by Brahmans then only there can be peace in the society.Maharajah explained so clearly we need God Conscious leader to have a peaceful society.
Laxman
August 28th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Radhanath Swami emphasized how the leaders of this current society should be and how society and dependents can flourish while keeping God in the center.
Mangesh Kulkarni
August 28th, 2010 at 6:49 pm
With Radhanath Swami, we don’t need to tax our brain. So wonderful and perfect still utterly simple
swapnil
August 28th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Excellent article by Radhanath Swami. A must read for all the political leader
Shra1wiz
August 28th, 2010 at 9:33 pm
It takes so much to actually be a good leader. So many people depend on the leader in so many ways. Especially as Radhanath Swami is pointing here, if the leader is not God conscious, then only anarchy results.
Manish Raikundalia
August 28th, 2010 at 10:29 pm
Radhanath Maharaj has so nicely pointed out the cause for corruption.
Anil Timbe
August 28th, 2010 at 11:43 pm
Many people have desire to do good to others. But they do not know what to do. Here Radhanath Swami is so nicely describing how if we become God conscious then we’ll be doing good to all.
hrishikesh mafatlal
August 29th, 2010 at 12:06 am
It is not a coincidence that a huge increase in corruption has happened along with a huge decrease in values and morals in society.
krishang
August 29th, 2010 at 12:50 am
“leaders are not God conscious, they are not ruling on behalf of God. They are ruling on behalf of their own pride”very true
Krishna
August 29th, 2010 at 2:43 am
Now a days bribe is the most common thing to get the things done. People take this as default. If everybody understands the message what maharaj is teaching then we will have Ram rajya. Thanks for sharing this article.
Abhijit
August 29th, 2010 at 5:20 am
Radhanatha Swami points out in no uncertain terms that root cause of all problems is lack of God Consciousness.
Hemant
August 29th, 2010 at 5:24 am
This is the reason the Vedas recommend monarchy over Democracy. A just and God Conscious King (kshatriya) will as per the Vedic system take advise from learned Brahmans and rule for the welfare for all. Whatever tax is collected is spent for the good of everybody.
Manish Advani
August 29th, 2010 at 6:27 am
This is the root cause of disasters today. Radhanath Swami is rightly pointing out how we as citizens of whichever country we may be are completely misled by the so called leaders.
sandeep
August 29th, 2010 at 7:14 am
Radhanath swami has exactly depicted the current scenario. It also shows how world desperatley needs Krishna consciousness.
Veena
August 29th, 2010 at 8:36 am
Very true!! Krishna Consciousness is very important & needs to be inculcated in everyone.
rajesh jogani
August 29th, 2010 at 10:46 am
very nice analogy
mukund
August 29th, 2010 at 11:30 am
a unique experience
priya aiyar
August 29th, 2010 at 11:42 am
HH Radhanath Maharaj is abreast with the current scenario of our socio-political life. He himself reaches out to many people to teach them how to lead a God-centred life.
Vaishali Kamat
August 29th, 2010 at 11:52 am
Radhanath Swami is that visionary who can direct people to the right direction.
Vinay Malani
August 29th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Spirituality is the basis of a good moral character. But like Radhanath Swami mentions, people nowadays are very corrupt & selfish because they are devoid of God-consciousness. Unless we live by the spiritual principles, morality cannot exist in the society.
Anant Bhat
August 29th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Yes, Maharaj says right. I also agree with Balaji’s comments..
Srinivas
August 29th, 2010 at 4:49 pm
Radhana Swami explained the current scenario very nicely and suggested the solution
Yogita Jagannathan
August 29th, 2010 at 9:30 pm
As Radhanath Swami says, if today’s leaders were God conscious, we would be lining in a totally different world – with no slaughterhouses, casinos, pubs etc. Under such God centred leadership, people would also imbibe good qualities.
Gautam Gupta
August 29th, 2010 at 9:43 pm
God centered life is answer to all our problems as advised by Radhanath Swami.
nisha
August 29th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
I wish the leaders of the generation follow the path as suggested by our scriptures.
anjanadri
August 29th, 2010 at 10:03 pm
very nice post from Radhanath swami. Thanks for sharing this wonderful post.
Manish Advani
August 29th, 2010 at 10:17 pm
Radhanath Swami is giving the solution to all problems. If leaders follow his instructions we will be out of so called global financial problems which many leading countries are facing today. Presidents and Prime ministers should take advise of Radhanath Swami
vinay rachh
August 29th, 2010 at 10:20 pm
A very nice article by maharaj describing the role of a true govt.
Ramya
August 29th, 2010 at 10:45 pm
Radhanath Swami Maharaj has correctly analysed the root cause of our problems and he has given solution too.
CS Sandeep Shinde
August 29th, 2010 at 11:58 pm
Radhanath swami has described the true quality of an ideal leader.
Sujit Mehta
August 30th, 2010 at 2:35 am
‘Degradation’ in all aspects of society, that seems to be the direction to follow for survival today. Yet the Lord always gives hope to all, time to time either he descends or sends his representative to give us the understanding, Radhanath Swami teaches by example and transmits the message of god in an unadulterated form.
Damodar
August 30th, 2010 at 2:58 am
AS Radhanath swami is indicating here there are still few rare people who want to do good , but they do not know hoe to do good. We need guidance of qualified people like Radhanath swami to really do good to society.
krishang
August 30th, 2010 at 3:06 am
wonderful,thank you
Parag Udeshi
August 30th, 2010 at 3:09 am
It is so true that if we all desire to have Ram Rajya then our leaders need to follow what has been taught by Lord Ramchandra.
Anita Iyer
August 30th, 2010 at 4:55 am
Beautiful analogy of sun and rain. The demigods work according to the desire of the Lord. Unfortunately, we have leaders in society who do not and that causes havoc. But we can become God conscious and help others do so. That will change the face of society.
Pravin
August 30th, 2010 at 5:14 am
Here HH Radhanath swami maharaj is echoing the words of Bhagavatam and Srila Prabhupada.
Y.Raja shekar
August 30th, 2010 at 6:19 am
This article of Radhanath Swami truly proves that Radhanath Swami is not of this world. The vedic priciples based on which Radhanath Swami always preaches are very clear and if one follows, gets the ultimate peace and benefit on the long run.
Vishvesh Jogalekar
August 30th, 2010 at 6:19 am
Very good guidance for the political leaders.
kumar
August 30th, 2010 at 6:32 am
thanks for this nice article
anil manga
August 30th, 2010 at 7:28 am
Very nice, thank you very much Maharaj..
pal
August 30th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Nice Article
bipin
August 30th, 2010 at 8:29 am
All GLories To H.H.Radhanath Swami Maharaj
If only all the politicians were to follow God Consciousnedd, the world would have been a better place.
Hare Krishna
vineeta
August 30th, 2010 at 9:03 am
very nice,thank you very much
Uday
August 30th, 2010 at 9:12 am
Today’s political system is corrupt because leaders lack God consciousness.Radhanath Swami is offering solution to this problem.
Rajesh
August 30th, 2010 at 9:26 am
Excellent analysis! and its true that if leaders are GOD conscious then everything will fall in place.
Neha Viral Chaglani
August 30th, 2010 at 10:34 am
Its so appealing and appears to have bright future but it seems impossible till leaders accept the authority of God.. All the leaders MUST read this and put it in practice then we will see miracles and Maharaj’s words coming true..
Krishna
August 30th, 2010 at 10:37 am
Good article. Thanks for sharing
Gopasana
August 30th, 2010 at 11:32 am
what a wonder analogy by Radhanath Swami to explain how the leaders are actually supposed to work.
Nina Sood
August 30th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
We must base our behavior on Vedic scriptures .. They will always guide us appropriately .
madhura
August 30th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
very true.
Panctattva Das
August 30th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
True tax defination
Shyam Bihari Das
August 30th, 2010 at 10:12 pm
We need to take responsibility for the leaders we elect. If we, at the grass roots level, make sure we only elect God Conscious leaders, then what Maharaj says will come true. The onus is on the people who elect leaders without giving much thought to God Consciousness. Hari Bol!
Unmesh
August 30th, 2010 at 10:23 pm
Radhanath Swami has rightly pointed out reason for chaos in modern society. “Lack of God Conciousness”.
kaushik
August 30th, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Sun taking bribe! Humorous but such a powerful message!
Chandrashekar
August 31st, 2010 at 1:28 am
By reading this I could really get convinced that people in this world are not interested in helping others. So we need to depend only on God and His devotees like HH Radhanath Swami Maharaj
manoj
August 31st, 2010 at 1:56 am
“We never hear the sun taking any bribes. But, nowadays we know that nothing is going to be provided for me unless I bribe”anybody up there listening……….simply wonderful
Sanjiv Chandnani
August 31st, 2010 at 2:52 am
What a wonderful analogy to explain the current state of affairs and to uplift our consciousness. Thank you
Keshav
August 31st, 2010 at 3:44 am
The last line is very enlivening. Thos who want to do good should do it in consultation with the Holy Scriptures and Saintly Persons, so that it is compliant with the arrangement of GOD. All religious and spiritual reformations have to be done like this else it will be a chaotic failure.
M. Pandurangayya Shetty
August 31st, 2010 at 3:59 am
This reveals every leader or commander is representative of God. If they do not act accordingly, there is no peace in this world. Radhanath swami is indicating the method to bring peace in to the world. All glories to Radhanath Swami.
krishang
August 31st, 2010 at 4:13 am
very nice,thank you
nitin gupta
August 31st, 2010 at 4:29 am
This is very simple to understand analogy of Sun & Water. Very Nice I thank Radhanath Swami for sharing his realizations with us.
sharda gokarn
August 31st, 2010 at 7:32 am
very nice analogy, hope all the leaders will follow.
Swapnil
August 31st, 2010 at 7:40 am
I liked this post and seems to be so practical
Deepak
August 31st, 2010 at 3:05 pm
so true.
Phani
August 31st, 2010 at 4:20 pm
Yes the society is in great need of a leader who has true spiritual values. Because of People like Radhanath Swami’s influence, still morals is been maintained in some people.
Manasa
August 31st, 2010 at 7:31 pm
Nice Article!
Jatin
September 1st, 2010 at 3:05 am
Radhanth Swami here is giving the formula for a perfect government, that only can lead to prosperity and peace for the world. I have seen that Radhanath Swami is really an expert in presenting solutions to our today’s problems from the timeless vedic wisdom. Otherwise the religion and vedas rather appear obsolete when we hear most of the discourses these days. Hats off to Radhanth Swami !!!!!!
abhay
September 1st, 2010 at 10:17 pm
Very true. I feel that the taxes I pay are not being properly used.
R.Sundar
September 1st, 2010 at 11:48 pm
H.H Radhanath Swami Maharaj through this article explain that the solution for todays world is God consciousness.
Tallam Sita Ramaiah
September 5th, 2010 at 1:51 am
This is the state of present day situation. We can understand how the society is being lead away from the Supreme Lord. Blind men (spiritually) are leading blind (spiritually) people. The ruler has to be representative of God. Present day society is in chavos because we lack such administrators.
suresh
September 5th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
It is very true, the Govt must be directed by saintly people so that they can do real good to the people.
Vidya Patham
September 6th, 2010 at 7:03 am
Radhanath Swami is explaining so wonderfully how even competent leadership cannot work if not directed by sadhu and shashtra.
Shoba Fernandes
September 6th, 2010 at 7:29 am
Radhanath Swami has explained so well what RamRajya is all about. Everybody wants RamRajya but nobody is ready to take the extra trouble.
Phani
September 7th, 2010 at 8:58 pm
If leaders follow Radhanath Swami teachings, then there won’t be any correption and crime in society.
viren
September 8th, 2010 at 2:53 am
these words of wisdom can only save human society!
Bhaskar
September 9th, 2010 at 1:34 am
Radhanath Swami Maharaj’s concern shows that a Sadhu represeting a genuine spiritual movement wants welfare of the society in all aspects as directed by God and Scriptures
Deepak Gupta
September 9th, 2010 at 4:06 am
I have been hearing Radhanth Swami for many years now. He speaks from his heart with a spiritual vision. We are fortunate to have such a soul on this planet.
prasad
September 9th, 2010 at 7:33 am
mahraj has given a amazing depth of understanding for me to see at these things.
Shantipur Nath das
September 10th, 2010 at 5:39 am
must read for every politician!
Mahendra
September 15th, 2010 at 5:23 am
All articles are Very Nice…
Thank u
Sanjay S
September 18th, 2010 at 5:29 am
Radhanath Swami is showing how all the classes of society are integrated with each other and work only when they all function in harmony with the motive of pleasing God.
Sumit
October 4th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Today there is a dire need of Brahmanas who used to direct the kings to rule the empire. Radhanath Swami has brought out very good point of striving for a state where things go in accordance with the scriptures, which people have totally forgotten.
AbC
October 14th, 2010 at 3:54 am
No doubt that Swamiji can provide the saintly association which he speaks of here.
pai
April 18th, 2011 at 10:42 am
That’s true Radhanath swami ki jai!!!
Nikhil Damwani
April 18th, 2011 at 2:20 pm
Very Nicely state of affairs have been explained. So many scams are exposed today because cousiness of people is not clear