Srimad Bhagavatam – day 104
Puruśottmāya namah
Although it appears as if we are repeating the same description of the Universal form time and again, in reality it is not so. In earlier descriptions the limb wise detailed description was not covered. Their actions were not explained. Only the limbs, their presiding deities were mentioned and it was said that because of them each of our senses function. What is being explained now is the next step thereafter. The subject is getting deeper and more detailed. Listen carefully and understand about the guardian deity for each sense organ.
When eyes manifested in this Universal form, Sun, who is the guardian deity of the world immediately entered into it together with the ‘organ of seeing’, his fractional aspect (amsha). Due to this organ of seeing, the individual beings are able to perceive the form of objects.
(the word amsha refers to a fractional aspect, portion or slice)
Skin emerged in the universal form. Immediately, Wind, the guardian deity of the world, entered into it together with his fractional aspect tvak, which is the ‘touch- sensation’. It is this tvak (outer skin) which grants us the touch-sensation. If tvak is absent, the skin loses the sensation of touch. What we see is the skin. What we cannot see is those organs of perception located deep within, due to which we are able to see, hear, feel, smell etc. That invisible energy is Paramatma!
When ears manifested in this Universal form, the guardian deities of all directions together with the ‘organ of hearing’ entered into the ears. Due to this organ of hearing, the individual being obtains the capability to hear sounds and obtain knowledge through them. If this organ fails, the person becomes deaf. The external visible ear may be perfect, in fact it could be beautiful, but unless the inner organ of hearing functions properly, the person is unable to hear. The guardian deities of directions (dik-devata) entered into this ear together with the organ of hearing. Due to the presence of this organ of hearing we are able to hear.
In the Universal form, inner skin (which is right below the outer skin) known as charma appeared. Immediately the guardian deities of all ośadhi entered into it together with ‘body hair’, which is their fractional aspect. When we pull the body hair, there is a tingling or painful sensation. Through this body hair the individual being experiences the itching-sensation.
Genitals emerged in the Universal form. Then Prajapati (the creator) entered into it together with semen, his fractional aspect (amsha). Due to this the individual being experiences pleasures.
Anus emerged in the Universal form. Mitra, the guardian deity of the world, together with his fractional aspect, the organ of excretion, entered into it. Due to this the individual being is able to complete the process of excretion. Without these deities he would be unable to complete this process.
Two hands appeared in the Universal form. Indra, the Lord of heaven entered into them together with the necessary strength to complete the actions. What is the use of visible hands if they are devoid of energy? Hands are energized only due to the presence of the Lord in them. With the help of these hands, the individual being is earning his livelihood.
When two feet appeared in the Universal for, Vishnu, the Lord of the universe, entered into them together with his fractional aspect of ‘energy of movement’. In the absence of this energy of movement, the being will be immobile. With the help of this organ, the being is able to reach his destination.
Intelligence manifested in the Universal form. Lord Brahma entered into it together with his fractional aspect of ‘energy of intelligence’. Using this intelligence the individual being is able to understand about matter and objects. In its absence he could not have understood anything.
When heart emerged in the Universal form, Moon along with his fractional aspect of Mind entered into it. With the help of mind, the individual being experiences all transformations. For instance, even though the body does not belong to him, he suffers due to pain when it is injured. It is the mind that causes it all. When the leg is hurt it does not express it directly. Through the medium of the mind, it expresses.
Ahamkara (sense of I-ness) emerged in the Universal form. Rudra, the Lord of this false-ego, together with his fractional aspect of ‘energy of action’ entered into it. With the help of this energy of action, the individual being is able to complete his activities.
This being a deep subject, you will begin to understand only slowly and gradually. You cannot understand in one go. Be attentive.
Adhokshajāya namah.