नैव किञ्चित्करोमीति युक्तो मन्येत तत्त्ववित् | पश्यञ्शृण्वन्स्पृशञ्जिघ्रन्नश्नन्गच्छन्स्वपञ्श्वसन् || 8 || प्रलपन्विसृजन्गृह्ण्न्नुन्मिषन्निमिषन्नपि | इन्द्रियाणीन्द्रियार्थेषु वर्तन्त इति धारयन् || 9 || |
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“The devotee united to God, automatically perceives, “I am not the doer” – even though he sees, hears, touches, smells, eats, moves, sleeps, breathes, speaks, rejects, holds, opens or closes his eyes – realizing that the senses, activated by Nature, are moving amidst the sense objects”
Commentary :
Imagine a scenario: could anyone sign a legal document guaranteeing their next breath? Even with a million dollars at stake for success, any failure would burden their family. This stark reminder highlights the uncertain and delicate nature of life.
Beyond its fragility, life also embodies a profound mystery. Who orchestrates the rhythm of our hearts and ignites our senses of sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell? The answer lies in the divine spirit that flows within us, sustaining our very existence.
Each breath, each moment, each earthly experience, and each heartbeat is a gift, a testament to the compassion that allows us to exist. So why do most people often maintain an arms-length relationship with God? Some offer prayers and chants sporadically, reserving devotion for special occasions. Just as we sometimes overlook the constant presence of our loved ones, we underestimate and take for granted the closeness of the Divine. Try uttering “Thank you, God” after each breath for two minutes, and you might suddenly feel a surge of gratitude. But mere gratitude is not enough.
Time is fleeting, and our bodies ultimately return to dust. Before such moments arrive, before unknowingly committing transgressions, or before past karmic consequences manifest, it is crucial to cultivate a deeper connection with the divine.