Joy

Joy
Most of our knowledge is of the comparative type. Thus we realise light as the absence of darkness. To enjoy something we are expected to experience its deprivation first. This kind of knowledge is relative and contextual. It is not of universal value. In fact it leads to the formation of sects and is the principal cause of much violence and suffering.
Joy, as absence of suffering, is transient and of a lower order.
Joy that comes with the realisation of the value of suffering is eternal and can be called ANAND or CHIDANAD.
Yes, struggling against a state or situation is a waste of time and energy as it is based on the rejection of that state or situation.
Leela is a play. Playing produces learning at the same time as it is happening and with joy; not later and with pain.
I am enjoying this conversation.
Thank you and with love
Ganoba