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Spiritual Knowledge and Well-being
The essence of spirituality, encompassing both physical and mental well-being, lies in understanding the concept of the soul. The soul, which is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent, is referred to as the universal divine energy. This divine entity is what we call God or the supreme being.
### The True Essence is the Soul
The core truth is that the soul is the ultimate reality. Realising that the soul is everything and everyone is the essence of spiritual knowledge. This awareness brings about a holistic understanding of existence.
### The Soul and the Five Elements
The soul, as the ultimate reality, manifests as the five elements that make up the universe—from the sky to the earth. These elements come together to form stars, planets, and all living beings, including humans. Recognising that the soul is the life force that animates our bodies and maintaining a lifestyle that balances these elements and this life force helps one achieve *physical well-being*.
### Understanding Through the Senses
For those who realise that the soul is the true essence, it becomes clear that it experiences the world through the senses: pressure, sound, light, taste, and smell. This understanding leads to a dissolution of the ego—the notion of 'I' and 'mine' fades away, and the realisation that all…