Srila Prabhupada explains that there are four classes of people: 1- The lazy intelligent, 2- The active intelligent, 3- The lazy foolish, 4- The active foolish. How does it work?
The age of kali is infested with the lower class of human beings who are addicted to the four base acts of animal slaughter, speculation or misinterpretation of scripture, intoxication of the body and mind and abuse of the reproductive organs. No emphasis on self realisation and higher thinking is encouraged, but the four sinful acts are very much encouraged by political and religious leaders. Most unfortunate for the general citizens!!!
active foolish should be read as active intelligent
"In the varnāśrama institution, the lazy intelligent are the brāhmanas, who use their intelligence for guiding society in the direction of the ultimate goal. The active foolish are the kṣatriyas and vaiśyas, who use their intelligence for bringing material prosperity to society. They are often blind to the real purpose of life, and often commit serious mistakes, but most of the time their actions are positive."
Another great and practical article by Chaitanya Chandra!
The age of kali is infested with the lower class of human beings who are addicted to the four base acts of animal slaughter, speculation or misinterpretation of scripture, intoxication of the body and mind and abuse of the reproductive organs. No emphasis on self realisation and higher thinking is encouraged, but the four sinful acts are very much encouraged by political and religious leaders. Most unfortunate for the general citizens!!!
active foolish should be read as active intelligent
"In the varnāśrama institution, the lazy intelligent are the brāhmanas, who use their intelligence for guiding society in the direction of the ultimate goal. The active foolish are the kṣatriyas and vaiśyas, who use their intelligence for bringing material prosperity to society. They are often blind to the real purpose of life, and often commit serious mistakes, but most of the time their actions are positive."
Got it, thanks!