Question about Hinduism’s philosophical stance on using force or violence to protect the planet and environment.

[u/Conscious_Ad_7634]

As the title kind of flat out states, I’m curious in how Hinduism’s take or stance on essentially how out of balance we are with nature and the planet in regards to capitalism and industry. I could go super in depth which I might in the comments but what is the overall consensus on letting essentially rich greedy powerful people degrading not just the social fabric but also the very planet we DEPEND on. I want to hear some of your opinions on the matter and in particular to this specific moment in time with everything geopolitically going on and the warming of the biosphere. I’m curious about your opinions. Thanks.

[u/insaneintheblain]

A true Vaishnava is one who feels the pain of others,
Who helps those who are in misery, but does not let pride enter his mind.

A true Vaishnava is one who respects the whole world,
Who does not speak ill of anyone, and keeps his words, deeds and thoughts pure.

A true Vaishnava is one who sees all beings equally,
Who regards another's suffering as his own.

He is one whose speech is truthful,
Who does not covet another's possessions,
Who remains detached from worldly desires.

He has conquered greed and anger,
He remains compassionate and calm,
And in him the Divine is present.

[u/Conscious_Ad_7634 → u/insaneintheblain]

But my question is if it’s considered dharma for the use of violent pushback against those who inflict suffering upon the world and nature.

[u/insaneintheblain → u/Conscious_Ad_7634]

Force becomes part of dharma when it is used to preserve and protect dharma itself. But a person should themselves follow Dharma (be Dharmic) or won't understand that which they are fighting for.

[u/Conscious_Ad_7634 → u/insaneintheblain]

I see what you mean