The Upanishads, Part XXIII summary
Part XXIII of 170 · 1 min to read the part
In XXIII, Yama invites the person he addresses to ask for descendants with long lives, abundant animals, gold, and extensive lands. He also offers a lifespan matching that person's wishes, placing family, possessions, and length of life among the available requests.
What happens
- Yama invites a request for sons and grandsons who live for a century.
- He offers cattle, elephants, gold, horses, and extensive lands.
- He invites the person addressed to choose the length of their own life.
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What to notice
The offer joins extensive possessions with a lifespan determined by personal desire.
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How long does Yama say the requested sons and grandsons may live?
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