Offbeat: How does the soul leave the body after death? Know the scary secrets related to death

The only truth of life is death. According to Garuda Purana, death is certain for every being that is born. Those who lead a virtuous life and perform good deeds are liberated from the cycle of birth and death and attain Vaikuntha, the divine abode of Lord Vishnu. In contrast, sinners have to suffer the tortures of hell. Before death, the individual experiences several physical and behavioral changes, which indicate the end of life.

What happens before death?

According to the Garuda Purana, death occurs at its appointed time, and the soul begins to separate from the body. When death approaches a living being, by divine coincidence, some disease develops in his body some time before that. In this state, all the senses become restless, and the body loses energy, strength and movement. The pain experienced is compared to being stung by millions of scorpions. Gradually, consciousness fades, and the body becomes lifeless.

When the time comes for death

, the angels of death appear and forcibly take the soul out of the body. The soul reaches the throat, causing the person's appearance to become deformed. The mouth fills with saliva, and foam may appear. Finally, the soul goes to Yamaloka with the angels.

How does the soul leave the body?

The virtuous soul exits through the head, which symbolizes liberation. However, the sinful soul exits through the lower orifices of the body, which symbolizes punishment. Those who lead a virtuous life die peacefully, while sinners have to face great fear and suffering before leaving their bodies.

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