Mahabharata Wisdom Series: Lessons from King Yayati's realization

The disillusionment of eternal youth and constant yearning!

Yayati says, "Dear son, sensual desire is never quenched by indulgence any more than fire is by pouring ghee in it. I had heard and read this, but till now I had not realized it. No object of desire - corn, gold, cattle or women - nothing can ever satisfy the desire of man. We can reach peace only by a mental poise beyond likes and dislikes. Such is the state of Brahman. Take back your youth and rule the kingdom wisely and well."

Life is ceaseless change from birth till death. Our weary minds enjoy the thrills and fears, the ups and downs of life until a moment comes when there is an unstoppable quest for that which is permanent and unaffected by change; where suffering ceases and peace is experienced. It takes severe austerities and even several lives to come to the realization of what truth is. Although the ancient scriptures reveal pearls of wisdom for our benefit, few ever muster the courage to exit the patterns of fallacy and ignorance and pursue that in the attainment of which, all pursuits come to an end.

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