The dignity of labour, also known as the dignity of work, is the philosophy that all types of jobs are respected equally and no occupation is considered superior. Labour refers to mental and physical efforts to accomplish something. It is related to one's success and name in the world. Though one's occupation for his or her livelihood involve physical work or mental labour, it is held that the job carries dignity compared to the jobs that involved more intellect than body.
If we show true respect to labour, we are sure to succeed in life.
Labour is of two kinds– physical and mental. Physical labour is known as manual labour. This kind of labour is the toughest form of labour. Mental labour refers to works done by our intelligence and mental activities. It is the most valuable kind of labour.
The prosperity of individual depends on proper toil, plan and performance. Actually, none can succeed in life without putting importance on working hard.
Some think that physical labour is shameful. But they are wrong. All should bear in mind that there is nothing abominable in any work.
History shows that all the great men of the world hence succeeded in life for their hard work. Napoleon, Aristotle, Plato, Alexander, Hazrat Mohammad (Sm) all had no negligence in doing their works. So they succeeded in life.
In the foreign countries, even the students are allowed to do part time work in hotels, factories, mills etc. Thus they get extra income for their study and necessary things. Coolies are seldom found in the railway stations of those foreign countries, people themselves do the jobs of the coolies.
Labour makes oneself confident and brings wealth. It brings greatness to those who can undergo it properly. We all should have positive approach to labour in order to succeed in life.
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