In English
Control of senses is a form of sacrifice
At least on this auspicious day; people should concentrate their minds on God with purity and devotion. The control of the senses is itself a form of (sacrifice) which leads to Immortality. Sacrifice of wealth or possessions is no sacrifice at all. It is the sacrifice of the senses (the desires caused by them) which is the highest sacrifice. The refer to the sacrifice of , , . refers to the body. refers to the mind. What is ? It is the wealth of the senses with which man is endowed. It is the senses that have to be sacrificed, not the body, which is made up of the five elements and contains all kinds of refuse. It is the attachment to the body that has to be given up. The hold of the senses has to be reduced. What is the value of all the pleasures you profess to enjoy? If you cannot sacrifice these trivial and transient pleasures, how can you experience the Bliss of the Eternal? If people cannot give up petty addictions to coffee or betel leaves, how can they acquire control over the senses? This can be done only by spiritual . In 's view, giving up is easier than holding on to things. It is easier to give up a handkerchief than to hold it in the hand. Examine the sacrifices you are making in everyday life. You breathe in and breathe our. The exhalation is essential for purifying the lungs. Part of the food consumed is discharged, as excreta. Without this elimination, the stomach will be upset. These examples show that giving up is as necessary as acquisition. Our well-being is related to (sacrifice). It should be recognized that festivals are intended to promote the spirit of sacrifice and not for indulgence in revelry, which leads to illness. Sacrifice promotes (communion with God). God looks for your devotion and for your abilities. He looks into your (mind) rather than at your (wealth). He judges you by your virtues and not by your caste. He is concerned about what you think than about the religion you profess. He is intent on attracting your heart and not your wealth. But, today. people imagine that God can be propitiated by the offer of money. This is due to the devotee's ignorance.