"FIRE SACRIFICE"

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Chapter-1.

Section-1.

Mantram-14.




1. Mantram-12. Naciketas hints about Heavens, then mantram-13. talks about sacred fire sacrifice.



2. Fire sacrifice is the gateway to Heavans,



3. When Naciketas asked the second boon through mantram 12 and 13,



4. Lord of Death, Yama, : "I know well the Fire Sacrifice, O Naciketas, which leads to Heavens,


5. And I will tell it to you.



6. Fire is a support of the Universe in its macro-cosmic aspect, the Virat,


7. This is situated in the heart-cave, meaning in the intellect of the wise,


8. There is a declaration that the outer fire is to be considered as the vital heat in the performer's own heart. 




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