The cause and effect principle is too well tested and standardized. It is wise to fit into this frame while in the world. Intelligence should be cultivated based on a neatly worked out balance between the above principle and the subtle and inexpressible principle. Any incongruities thereof shall be settled by Siva Himself. Objects acquire differing degrees of significance depending on their placement in the scheme of things. That is to say, their values are not intrinsic. This knowledge helps to overcome attachment or hatred to things - no mean achievement on the spiritual path! *Source:* Shri Ribhu Gita (2.50), translated by Dr Lingeswara Rao and Dr Anil Sharma