India, Sept. 30 -- Let me begin with a simple definition of tolerance. It is the ability to accept reality and adjust accordingly. For example, views do clash in some matters with a marriage partner. But views match in the majority of matters. Then, why not adjust to opposite views, which may cause less harm than rejecting the partner? Tolerance is accepting and coexisting.

Such an attitude also helps in dealing with the reality of the world. This planet is naturally painful due to the misuse of free will by the majority. There is no way we can undo it; even God does not; He respects individuality. After all, the 'Karmaphala Principle' (results according to acts) applies to all, with rewards and punishments. If we wish to receive more re...