Many times, the departed is greeted by loved ones. They come because of the love bond that exists between them. This bond, of course, is due to strong, good relationships that may date back over many centuries. Yet it provides both courage and comfort. The courage is necessary at the moment of translation, for Soul is leaving behind all things It had, in that lifetime, come to regard as essential to Its physical existence.

And, in a real sense, that is true. All those “things” were like cables, holding Soul to earth like a ship’s anchors. Death cuts those cables. Without the presence of loved ones, this could prove to be an unsettling passage for some noninitiates.

Another who might greet a departing Soul is a holy man. The two have enjoyed a close relationship, making possible their monumental reunion on the other side. Satan, or one of his agents, is the player at the death of one who has committed a serious crime, like a murder. Needless to say, this spells a rueful and terrifying encounter for the departing Soul.

Happy, however, is the ECKist. He is overjoyed at the appearance of the Mahanta, who may bring others that share a spiritual bond with the ECKist.

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