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Q&A with Brahm Bodhi

What is the purpose of human birth?

What is the purpose of human birth?
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To live a sattvic, joyful life while maintaining a proper balance among Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha — these four Purusharthas. Happiness is the primary aim, while also keeping others happy.

The ultimate and supreme goal is the attainment of God — to be liberated forever from the cycle of birth and death, and thereby to become free from sorrow for all time. This alone is the supreme goal.