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The supremacy of soul
There are four basic components of what constitutes our being: Soul, intelligence, mind and body. And their functions: Desiring, deciding and enjoying or suffering are the functions of the soul.
There are four basic components of what constitutes our being: Soul, intelligence, mind and body. And their functions: Desiring, deciding and enjoying or suffering are the functions of the soul. The intelligence is the power of learning, understanding and reasoning.
Then comes the mind. Mental strength comes from the power of equanimity in all circumstances.
Lastly comes the body. It has external as well as internal functions. The external functions are mostly performed by its 10 senses. We have duties towards all these components. We, as souls, should connect with God, which brings out the soul’s intrinsic qualities of eternity, consciousness and bliss.
The intelligence should always be upgraded with sound knowledge, especially spiritual. The mind should be made peaceful and strong. And the body should be kept as healthy. However, if there is a conflict between the duties of these components, the order is soul, intelligence, mind and body.
However, for most people, it is exactly the reverse. We consider our bodies as most important; the mind comes next, followed by intelligence; and soul is nowhere in the picture. This is the reason for most of our troubles. What is hypochondria? Is it not unnecessary suffering? This happens because one gives more importance to the body compared to the mind.
The conclusion: The soul should desire and such desires should be guided by its duties towards itself, the intelligence, the mind and the body. If any compromise has to be made, it has to be in relation to the body, because that is most expendable. The mind should not be allowed to be disturbed because it continues to the next body, whereas the body is left behind.
