Matsya's Secret: Only humans can empathize and exploit.
The sacred mark of Vishnu is always on the forehead to represent the difference between humans and animals, the brain. The larger brain is the spiritual manifestation of reality. Only the fit can survive, physically and intellectually. One fans for oneself. Animals do not judge. Man interferes with nature and this is because of empathy. This allows to create society where there are no jungle rules. The strong protect the weak instead of attacking them. We become human when we rise above jungle law. Society is a place where some are more safe than others. Some are favored. Often, the needs of culture are put above the needs of nature. Eventually, nature will fight back.
Matsya (Wikimedia Commons)
Bibliography:
"Seven Secrets of Vishnu" by Devdutt Pattanaik. Link.
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