Passage 10

In English

Everything that is present in this world must disappear

some day or the other. It is not right for us to make so much effort for the sake of this body, which is going to perish some day or the other. If we continue in this manner, it will be a blemish on human nature. Were there not several kings who ruled kingdoms on this earth and who were proud of their possessions? Where are they today? Did not , who could save her husband and get victory over , live in this glorious land of ? Did not , who could extinguish a forest fire by her inner strength, live in this sacred land of ? Did not , daughter of the earth who could enter fire without any fear, live in this motherland of yours? Indeed has given birth to such great and sacred people, but do they exist today? was a great King who adhered to truth under all conditions. Does he exist today? King ruled all the world at one time. Does he exist today? built a bridge over the ocean itself. Does he exist today? Thus, every human body will disappear with the passage of time. While the body lasts and lives, we must make an attempt to live a sacred life and earn the grace of the Lord. The ideas, thoughts and actions of the were all dedicated to . On the other hand, the devotees of today say that they would surrender to , but what they do is to simply fulfil their desires. Such ideas will never give us the correct results that we want. You young people should set an example of ideal devotion and faith to other citizens of your country. It is very necessary to lead a pure and selfless life. You should have no ego. You will be able to acquire the grace of the Lord, only if you have sacred thoughts.