Life is dearer than the senses. If the king orders the death of a criminal, the latter prefers to have one of his senses removed rather than give up his life. The Atman is dearer than life, because It is an embodiment of bliss.
From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda, German Pages on Swami Sivananda
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