Strength and weakness are the two forces that act upon a man throughout life and transform him into a superior being, sought by the few happy ones who know and see. The primordial man and the man of the future are superior. In life, anyone can celebrate when things go well, but few are those who manage to align with the divine will in the face of trials.
Life lived in balance consists of harmonizing the spiritual and material aspects and recognizing the benefits derived from life experiences. A man enjoys the riches of the Earth and is grateful for them, but not always for the important lessons learned from mistakes.
The sunward path can be passion and generosity expressed throughout life. Humility is a rare quality, and pure intention defines our worth as beings. Yet no virtue advances the process of spiritual growth more swiftly than love. A man is not ready either to be born into the world or to leave it, although he fulfills both and finds joy in them.
