Rishis

Created by Jijith Nadumuri at 21 Oct 2011 12:54 and updated at 21 Oct 2011 12:54

BRIHADARANYAKA UPANISHAD NOUN

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16 Now this self (the ignorant man) is an object of enjoyment to all beings. That he makes oblations in the fire and performs sacrifices is how he becomes such an object to the Devas. That he studies the Vedas is how he becomes an object of enjoyment to the Rishis (sages). That he makes offerings to the Pitris (manes) and desires children is how he becomes such an object to the Pitris. That he gives shelter to men as well as food is how he becomes an object of enjoyment to men. That he gives fodder and water to the animals is how he becomes such an object to hem. And that beasts and birds, and even the ants, feed in his home is how he becomes an object of enjoyment to these. Just as one wishes safety to one s body, so do all beings wish safety to him who knows it as such. This indeed has been known, and discussed.

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