out on loan

shaapuwaasaayauu's picture

Have you ever borrowed a friend's car? I'm sure you were super careful not to damage it, parking it with enough room so you wouldn't get any nicks or dings, filling it up with gas, making sure not to spill anything on the seat.

Imagine if you went through your day with the realization that you were borrowed material. It shouldn't be too hard to imagine since, spiritually speaking, that's exactly what you are - out on loan.

"happy is the man who returns the deposit [namely, the soul] to the Creator as it was given him, that is, undamaged." - The Zohar

Appreciate the great gift that is in your care today (the gift is you.) Treat it well. Love it. And put it to best use by sharing it with others.