As has been explained in Part Fourth, verse XII, the inner Self,
although unlimited, is described as "the size of a thumb" because
of its abiding-place in the heart, often likened to a lotus-bud
which is similar to a thumb in size and shape. Through the
process of steadfast discrimination, one should learn to
differentiate the Soul from the body, just as one separates the
pith from a reed.


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Thus Nachiketas, having acquired this wisdom taught by the Ruler
of Death, together with all the rules of Yoga, became free from
impurity and death and attained Brahman (the Supreme). So also
will it be with another who likewise knows the nature of the
Self.


PEACE CHANT

May He (the Supreme Being) protect us both. May He be pleased
with us. May we acquire strength. May our study bring us
illumination. May there be no enmity among us.


OM! PEACE! PEACE! PEACE!

Here ends this Upanishad