Good and evil

The conflict between good and evil is one of the precepts of the Zoroastrian faith, first enshrined by Zarathustra over 3000 years ago. It is also one of the most common conventional themes in literature, and is sometimes considered to be a universal part of the human condition. While there have been many famous stories written to illustrate this conflict the most recent being, “Star Wars”, I feel this battle is fought on a daily basis within the hearts of individuals. I believe that people are both human and divine. Our human side is physical, mental and emotional and our divine side is spiritual. Our human side is located in our minds and its leader is our ego, and our divine side is located in our hearts and souls and is led by our spirituality. Our plan for our life comes from our ego and Gods plan comes from our heart and each day we fight the battle between these two plans. The ego never sleeps. It is constantly looking for ways to make us look good, to gain the spotlight to say to the world, look at me, here I am. Gods plan is always looking for ways for us to use our talents, knowledge and experience in ways that are helpful to others. Most of the time the ways in which we help will be known to others but it is best if no one knows. Mathew in the New Testament says: When you give to the poor, don’t let anyone know about it. Then your gift will be given in secret. Your Father knows what is done in secret, and he will reward you.