Rituals

Just ponder over, God who feeds the whole universe, can we feed Him? It is not correct. He who is the source of light for the whole world, is it correct to light a lamp or a candle for Him or in front of His idol? No! It only shows our ignorance (foolishness). Is it possible for us to make Him happy by offerings of the fragrance of few flowers or a few coins or even few currency notes? Actually, man is very selfish by nature. He feels by doing so (offering a few things), he can buy (acquire) His kindness and will be free to act in any fashion. This is like living in a fool’s paradise.
Real devout is one who obeys the commandments of God – the words of God – the Vedas. He has to be inquisitive and get the answers for his/her queries from Vedic scholars only. He/she has to improve his/her conduct & character. He/she has to behave with all the creatures of this universe with love, respect & affection according to the principles of ‘Dharma’ (humanity) and in a suitable manner. He/she should acquire true knowledge and spread the same freely without any favour. Study of the Vedas and Vedic scriptures is the only way to obtain the true knowledge about materialistic & Spiritual world.
Personally i feel we should visit temples without hesitation to appreciate the art & culture hidden there. These places can also be visited, if they are the seats of ‘Brahmins’ (by virtues, actions & temperament and not only by birth) who conduct and perform the Yajna Karmas – the fire rituals, act as Gurus, adore the formless God and act as human guides & mentors for the public and persons visiting these places. They can also serve these places like ancient ‘Ashrams’ - Places of learning and mental peace.