Reincarnation, A Myth or Reality!

Reincarnation is a central concept in Hinduism, which holds that the soul or consciousness of a person is eternal and reincarnates into different bodies or forms over many lifetimes. The idea of reincarnation is also found in other religious and spiritual traditions, such as Buddhism and Sikhism.

From a scientific perspective, the idea of reincarnation has not been proven or verified through empirical evidence. We do hear tales of some children talking about the memory of their previous birth but none of these have been substantially proved. However, it is important to note that the concept of reincarnation is not meant to be a scientific theory, but rather a spiritual and philosophical belief. If Soul is to be treated as an Entity or Energy then one can correlate it with the postulate that, “Energy can never be created nor destroyed, it merely changes form”.

In Hindu philosophy, reincarnation is seen as a way for the soul to progress towards liberation from the cycle of birth and death (samsara) and to attain enlightenment or union with the ultimate reality (moksha). The cycle of reincarnation is believed to be influenced by karma, the accumulated actions and intentions of a person throughout their lifetimes. Lord Krishna has enunciated such thoughts in ‘Bhagwad Gita’ which appear to be very logical.

While the concept of reincarnation may not be verifiable through scientific means, it remains a deeply meaningful and important belief for many Hindus and other spiritual seekers. It offers a way to understand the nature of existence, the purpose of life, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.

Guchi.