There are three things in the world which are permanent and indestructible. They are Eswara, also called “pathi”. Jivas alias “pasu“ and “pasam“ — attachment or bondage. They are called “muphorul“. Pathi refers to the supreme being who transcends all and is beyond everything. Pasu refers to that which is tethered. The attachment or pasam separates God, the supreme being and the jivatmas, which are tied by worldly bondage. Our knowledge is modicum in nature, and we are pulled by the same into the worldly mundanes.
Kambavaridhi Lanka Sri Jeyaraj said in a discourse that when the jivatma joined with the attachment, it cannot be precisely determined and has been from time immemorial (anaadhikalam). Like how our image is reflected in a mirror, if we choose good, everything will reflect as good to us. A person will lose himself with the influence of evil deeds, and such a state of affairs is called “padanam” — a very pathetic condition.
There is only one Eswara, the supreme being. The jivatmas are infinite. The concept of attachment has three components. Aanavam, Kanmam and Maya. Aanavam refers to the ego attitude tainted with “I” and “Mine.” Kanmam denotes good and bad deeds and their consequences. Maya refers to delusion. The basic principle of kanmam is that no one can escape from their deeds. Our actions are classified into thoughts, words, and physical faculties. The effects of kanmam may happen either immediately or at a later stage or in the births to come.
The supreme being is neutral and shows no partiality. If we worship Him sincerely, He helps us escape the clutches of worldly deeds.
Published - November 07, 2024 05:07 am IST
