Back in 1879 after more than one thousand experiments, Thomas Alva Edison finally succeeded in inventing and producing the electric bulb. The challenge had been to find the precise balance between heat and light in the delicate filament inside the bulb. In scores of experiments, either the filament would not glow sufficiently or just when it did, it got too hot and burned off the contact points.

Religious deliberations also require a balance. They can get dull and stereotyped and end in complete apathy, or become vitriolic and bitter ending in broken relationships, enmity and even war.

Calmness is keeping our volatile emotions in check because we recognize it to be in line with humility and honesty. It is a choice we make so that the matter at hand can be evaluated fairly. If we are not humble and honest, emotions are bound to get out of hand and once they do, they instantly dominate and sever the contact with reason and judgement. The conclusions we make will be anything but correct and fair. Whereas if we stay calm and balanced, the contact will be preserved and light, meaning wisdom and understanding, will have a chance to glow.

Calmness makes sure that the light stays on.