Chapter 23 uses powerful analogies to illustrate the soul's condition. It explains that the soul, deluded by Maya, forgets its true nature of Existence-Consciousness-Bliss. This state is compared to a pig that considers a small, foul-smelling pool of water to be the source of supreme happiness. Furthermore, the chapter equates the soul's state to that of a parrot in a cage. The parrot, though it has lost its freedom, believes its cage with golden bars is a source of happiness, enjoying pomegranate seeds and sweet chilies. It fears the world outside the cage, not realizing the true wonder of freedom. This is how the sensual soul becomes attached to its worldly body and dependent state, mistaking it for true happiness.
What analogies does Chapter 23 use to explain the soul's delusion and attachment to worldly existence?
๐ Chapter 23