You are a murderer, but not of someone else’s life. You are a murderer of your own soul. You have been given this precious human life, but you are wasting it on trivial pursuits.
The KulArnava Tantra, a sacred text, says:
“A human birth is rare, and even rarer is a life with a good intellect, a beautiful body, and well-developed senses. But if a person with these advantages does not strive for self-realization, they are considered a self-killer.” (KulArnava Tantra, Chapter 1, Verse 17)
You may have a good life, a good family, and good health, but if you are not striving for self-realization, you are wasting your life. You are like a person who has been given a precious gem but does not know its value.
Shiva says that even if you are a great being, living a life of luxury and comfort, if you are not striving for self-realization, you will have to take birth again as a human to achieve liberation.
You may think that you are living a good life, but are you really? Are you aware of your true nature? Are you striving for self-realization?
Krishna said, “These people are already dead, Arjuna. You are just killing their bodies.” They are living in a deep sleep, unaware of their true nature.
You have been given this life to achieve something greater. Don’t waste it on trivial pursuits. Strive for self-realization, and you will achieve liberation.
Today, take some time to reflect on your life. What are you doing with this precious gift? Are you striving for self-realization, or are you wasting your life?
This is your punishment, to realize that you have been wasting your life. But it’s not too late. Start striving for self-realization today, and you will achieve liberation.
