Passage 4

In English

did many spiritual practices, visited many places, read many books, and visited many . But he found futility in all of them. Then he inquired what the gifts of God are. When we make use of God’s gifts properly, we can experience peace and happiness. For example, God has given us the tongue. We should use it properly by speaking sacred words to others, so that they can understand. inquired if he was doing this or not. God has gifted us five senses, five life breaths i.e., , , , and . Space () is awareness. Wind is life. Fire is effulgence. Water is life. You are not making proper use of these gifts of God. First, realized that the tongue is given to speak soft, sweet, truthful, and noble words. Then he inquired whether he was speaking words which are sweet and useful to others, or only for his selfish purposes.