2. The Nature of Soul

Q2. What is the nature of Soul?

A2. Upanishads also declare the supreme nature of soul, and hence, freedom of mind, fearlessness, the inherent capacity of humans to achieve glorious heights - as long as they try ("effort" is given a big role - rather than the "result"). There is nothing left to chance (or to "God") - contrary to popular belief. The Energy is present in all humans (another name "Atman") - its existence is affirmed, but it is not a sufficient condition for anything.....one must use it.........otherwise, it has no meaning and no value. It is a powerful force - and Upanishads, time and again, keep reiterating that humans must use that energy to achieve happiness (which, in theological terms, could mean "realize God" or "Samadhi" or "Moksha" - but these are only play on words).