‘Mine’ is death; ‘not mine’ is Immortality

‘Mine’ is death ‘not mine’ is Immortality

As far you are attached, so far you have to traverse until you negate it practically. If life on this planet is to attain the Highest Goal, the Highest Goal is nothing but negating one’s own ‘individual’ existence. Such heroism is extolled, not by the mean worldly, but by The Supreme One HimSelf! Yes, Sri Sathya Sai – The Supreme did speak on such heroes, not once, but time and again in sacrosanct Prasanthi Nilayam.

Bharat has gained wide renown through many sons and daughters who have sacrificed their all for the common good. The seed has to renounce its identity and become one with the soil so that the tree might emerge. So too, the ego has to sacrifice itself so that man’s Divine nature can manifest itself.  Mama ithi mrithyu – ‘mine’ is death; ‘not mine’ is immortality. Thyagah shanthih anantaram – Renunciation results in peace. The golden key of non-attachment opens the lock which keeps the door to heaven shut. “Give up; I shall fill the gap,” says Jesus.

Today, renunciation has become a means for success and fame!  It has become a bargaining point.  Renouncing animal and even human feelings and earning the awareness of the Divine which is the core, is the most valuable sadhana. Consider the heroes of renunciation in the past; they  were  mostly  rulers  and  the  rich,  who  could  afford  power  and  plenty – Emperor  Sibi, Emperor  Mahabali,  King  Karna. Consider also later heroes – Tanhaji and Bhagat Singh. These two sacrificed their lives for the sake of the nation and the world.

Mahabali, the asura (demon) ruler, renounced everything for the sake of God. His father and grandfather were also very famous for the same reason. The great grand-father, Hiranyakashipu, did not tolerate the very mention of the name Hari. For he swore that he was himself God! He was a fanatical rationalist. And, he had a son named Prahlada who was devoted to Hari and whose dedication and surrender to God was complete, without any reservation. He came out triumphantly through travails and tortures. The name Hari, was the armour that saved him from the shafts of angry hatred aimed by his father. The persons who tortured him in obedience to his father’s  command  were  struck  at  the  calm  heroism  and  the  utmost  peace  he  enjoyed  as  a consequence of his steady repetition of the Lord’s Name.

II Samastha Lokah Sukhino Bhavantu II

Immortality – Understanding the Eternal Spirit Within

Immortality is one of the deepest truths that spiritual wisdom places before humanity. At first, the word may sound like a desire to live forever in the same body, with the same name, form, and identity. But true spiritual understanding goes beyond the physical body. It teaches that the body changes, ages, and finally returns to nature, while the inner Self remains untouched, pure, and eternal.

Human beings often live as if the body is everything. We worry about appearance, comfort, success, failure, praise, and loss. These things feel very important because we identify ourselves with the outer personality. But life itself shows that everything connected with the body is temporary. Childhood passes, youth passes, strength changes, and relationships also take different forms with time. Still, deep within, there is a silent awareness that watches all these changes.

Immortality points toward this unchanging awareness. It is not about escaping death through fear, but about understanding that the real Self is never born and never destroyed. The physical body is like a garment worn for a period of time. When it becomes old or unusable, it is left behind. The soul continues its journey according to its inner growth, actions, and divine purpose.

This understanding brings peace to the heart. Fear of death is one of the greatest fears in human life. People fear separation, uncertainty, and the end of everything they know. But when a person begins to understand the eternal nature of the soul, death is no longer seen as complete destruction. It becomes a transition, a movement from one state to another, under the loving law of the Divine.

Immortality also changes the way we live. If we believe that life is only a short race for pleasure and possession, we may become selfish, anxious, and restless. But if we understand that the soul is eternal, then every thought, word, and action gains importance. We begin to ask, “Am I living with truth? Am I growing in love? Am I using this life for a noble purpose?”

The body may not last forever, but values can shine beyond time. A person who lives with compassion, honesty, service, and devotion leaves behind a fragrance that continues even after the body is gone. Great souls are remembered not because they possessed wealth or power, but because they touched lives with love and wisdom. Their goodness becomes a living presence in the hearts of others.

Immortality is therefore closely connected with character. The name may fade, the form may disappear, but noble actions create lasting impact. A kind word can heal someone for years. A selfless act can inspire generations. A life dedicated to truth becomes a light for many others. In this way, the spirit of goodness never really dies.

Spiritual teachers remind us that the way to realize the eternal Self is through inner purification. Anger, greed, jealousy, pride, and attachment make us feel limited. They bind us to the small identity of “me” and “mine.” But love, humility, forgiveness, and service expand the heart. They help us feel connected with all beings and bring us closer to the truth of the soul.

Immortality cannot be understood only through books or discussions. It must be felt through silence, prayer, meditation, and sincere living. When the mind becomes calm, we begin to sense a deeper presence within us. This presence is peaceful, fearless, and full of light. It does not depend on outer success. It simply exists as the truth of our being.

This truth also teaches us not to waste life. The body is temporary, so time is precious. Every day offers a chance to become better, kinder, and more aware. Instead of spending life in hatred, comparison, or endless desire, we can use it to grow spiritually. We can forgive old hurts, serve where help is needed, and live with gratitude for the gift of human birth.

Immortality does not make us careless about the world. Rather, it helps us live in the world with greater balance. We can love our family, do our duties, work honestly, and enjoy simple blessings, but without becoming completely lost in attachment. We learn to hold life with love, not with fear.

The eternal soul is the real treasure within every person. When we recognize it in ourselves, we also begin to respect it in others. We stop seeing people only as bodies, labels, positions, or opinions. We understand that the same divine light lives in all. This vision creates compassion and reduces hatred.

In the end, Immortality is not a distant mystery. It is the truth hidden inside our own heart. The body may come and go, but the soul belongs to eternity. To realize this is to live with courage, purity, and peace. A person who knows the eternal Self does not run away from life; he lives it more beautifully, knowing that love, truth, and the Divine are never lost.

‘Hri’ + ‘Daya’ = ‘Hridaya’, Heart Full Of Compassion