Immortality isn't possible for this physical body – even the universe isn't eternal so how can the body, which is made up of the same elements can be? But, the

Immortality isn't possible for this physical body – even the universe isn't eternal so how can the body, which is made up of the same elements can be? But, the idea and quest for eternity – if it's there in us – it must have come from somewhere. There must be something eternal within us which we have an intuitive awareness about so we develop a desire for that. In India, many human beings since ancient times have given their lives for realizing this essence and many did achieve a state of super consciousness while living; that is, fully united with this eternal essence within. This is what Buddha had achieved, so as Krishna, Rama and many others. Then there's no fear of death; there's no coming or going; a yogi doesn't die helplessly. She leaves this mortal coil by her own will when it's no longer useful to serve.