Passage 9

In English

saves man in all Ages

There are some who say that in the man can save himself by means of this (recitation of the Lord's Name), and that this is a special concession for the weaker mortals of today. Probably, they think that it is quite easy to reel off quickly names of the Lord on the tongue, like a tape recorder. It is not only in the (present Iron Age), in every , saves man. in the is considered to be a strong fighter and a very emotional and short tempered hero, but, really speaking he was a great . Once showed this to his brother; when was fast asleep, they could hear from every pore of his skin the sound of emanating ceaselessly. had uttered some white lies during the war in order to foil the plans of the enemies and for this, he had to spend a few minutes in Hell. When he was approaching that place of torture, his very nearness conferred on the unfortunate dwellers such refreshing peace and coolness and comfort that they prayed to him not to desert them. learnt that they were able to get some relief, because he had accumulated merit by his good deeds. Then, declared, "Let them have all the consequence of all my good deeds and let me be impoverished of all the joy due to me". This made them happy no doubt, but, did not become poorer, for the very act of renunciation was such a colossal meritorious act that colossal joy was available for him in heaven, besides the quantity already earned by him. Every act has its consequence which cannot be escaped, except by the Grace of the Lord. The Grace of the Lord can be won only by virtue and truth. So, develop , , and ; cultivate - non-attachment to things and persons; remember death which is around the corner and time which is fast fleeting away. Take recourse to the ways of liberation, before 'you are bound.