Passage 6

In English

Man introduces himself to others as , etc. basing himself on the name given to his body. If the people ask what he is he introduces himself depending upon his profession, like a lawyer, farmer, business man etc. If he is further asked who he is, he replies that he is a Canadian, an Indian, an African etc. Thus man introduces himself in terms of name, profession and nationality, without giving his true identity. Identifying oneself with a name, profession and nationality is wrong, as they are not eternal. People change names, professions and even their nationality; hence it is a mistake to give ones identity in terms of profession, country etc. Hence, the answer to the question “Who are you?” is “I am .” Since is the eternal reality which transcends all times and all entities, it forms the real identity of man. is whereas the body is : is charioteer, whereas the body is the chariot: is the owner of the house, whereas the body is the house.