"He Who Works Patience Is Wise"

What is anger?

The dictionary gives a definition and etymology containing anger within a vessel of vexation, irritation, grief, and sorrow. These fundamental emotions, which do not feel pleasant, are the basis for the feeling or act of anger. We can easily look at this emotion as the lack or absence of pleasure. Rage is captivity. No matter how you look at long term anger, called rage, you have to admit that it is a destructive emotion or state of being. Anger and rage can be addictive, but things that are bad for our health usually are. The long term effects of a lack of pleasure most usually results in self hatred, and a generally negative outlook on life. When practicing deep meditations or ritual magic it is sometimes encouraged. However, this is a ploy. Never in the history of progressive and successful belief systems has anger been a wise choice because what you put out, you receive tenfold; whether good or bad.

I've centered my argument around several key belief systems in today's world.

The Orisha faith system http://www.cuba-junky.com/cuba/religion.htm

Hindu Vedicism https://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/religion/anger-destroys/article4256330.ece

Kemetic Teachings of Maat https://www.spiritquestwithlinda.com/blog/principles-of-maat

Christianity/ Judaism https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/anger-bible-verses/

These core belief systems support the claim that anger is a hindrance on human evolution by giving us an ancient perspective on sociology and human interaction. Anger on a massive scale usually leads to war and civil unrest. So it makes sense for everyone as individuals to exercise patience and forgiveness. This is the only way to avoid conflict on personal scale and a massive scale. The only way we can contain or impede anger is to identify what it is and discipline ourselves in watching against it in ourselves and in the people around us. The way to keep oneself calm in the face of adversity is a staple lesson in the grand school of the universe. It seems like gurus are always telling the people to "let go". They even say it in church, and it sounds cheesy, but that might just be the key. We must detach from the physical world on some level in order to fulfill pleasure and avoid the effects of anger. Remember we are keeping guard against grief, sorrow, irritation, and vexation. I can say from experience that a simple life keeps things in check pretty well. Nobody is perfect, but a good amount of solitude can help people keep a calm mind and a peaceful heart. Seeking privacy and allowing it to be shown to others can keep conflict down. Do not feel so compelled to win or be better at righteousness or enlightenment that you provoke someone else to anger. This is not peace or patience.

On our spiritual journeys we will encounter many trials and errors. But holding back from indulging in anger and rage can help us go much farther. Remaining calm can help us in our relationships and day to day lives. On a grand scale, patience can keep everyone away from the doorstep of war and civil unrest. God knows we need a little more patience in the world right now.

God bless, One love... Peace