Passage 1

In English

(Life in this phenomenal world is impermanent) (Whatever is perceived is bound to pass away some time or other) (Youth and wealth are transient) (Wife and children will pass away) (Only Truth and Fame endure). EMBODIMENTS of Love! In this infinite universe, among the myriads of living beings humanity is eminent. Among human beings, it is a privilege to be born as a woman. There are many examples to demonstrate the preeminence of women. Was not born as a Divine incarnation in 's womb? Did not and (the twins) become great because they were born to ? Was it not 's loving care which made great? Was it not 's piety which made a ? All the greater sages, and saints, heroes and warriors were born to women "who made them great”. Woman is the Goddess of Nature. , which enshrines the essence of the , is a goddess, venerated as (the mother of the ). It is obvious that feminine birth is estimable, adorable and sublime. The Veda also adores the feminine principle in various ways. Vedhik rituals and practices accord a high place to women.