Passage 4

In English

‘’ in means man. Ra denotes destruction. ‘Na’ means ‘No.’ Therefore, man is basically indestructible. All the five basic elements – Space, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth have emanated from nara. By nara, we should not construe man as a weakling, or as a being entangled in the shackles of deeds or . The external body may perish. But, there is no destruction for the . Our body is like a pot. The aspect of the mind is like water in this pot. As long as this water is in an agitated condition, by the effect of senses and desires, the principle of appears to be unsteady. In fact, remains ever steady and permanent. Even after the pot (body) breaks, remains without any change whatsoever. There is no change or destruction for the . No birth or death for it. No migration is involved as far as is concerned. These attributions and differences are for the body only, and not for the Soul (). But, the body should not be neglected, as it is the most important tool for attaining liberation. (virtuous deeds) has to be practiced by the body in order to free the self from its bondage. ‘ — This body is meant for practicing .’ But unfortunately, this body is being used as an incessant loading and unloading machine. You must know the meaning of in its proper perspective. ‘ – the two most significant phrases of all the are, “ — Helping others is Merit; hurting is Sin.’ Therefore, Help ever, hurt never.