Human beings created by God have Spirit which animals don’t have
Many a times our friends, acquaintances, relatives, blood relation kins & worldly people who worship even animals, trees, heavenly bodies, stars etc argue that all have Spirit as they are living beings & breathe air
So today we will see how our Almighty Yahova created us by his breath & filled us with His Spirit which is not with other living creatures other than human beings
Holy Bible- guided by Holy Spirit tells us that
Men have spirits that are responsible to study God’s word and obey it_
Job32:8 – But it is the spirit in a person, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding.
and
Zechariah12:1_
A prophecy: The word of the Lord concerning Israel.
The Lord, who stretches out the heavens, who lays the foundation of the earth, and who forms the human spirit within a person, declares:
Ecclesiastes3:21 –
Who knows if the human spirit rises upward and if the spirit of the animal goes down into the earth?”
The spirit of man goes upward, but the spirit of a beast goes down to the earth. There is a sense in which an animal has a spirit – animal life. But it does not continue past death.
What is Difference between Soul and Spirit?
Today more than ever the terms “soul” and “spirit” are used interchangeably, as if they mean the same thing; ignoring that reality is about two very different aspects. These two words had a lot of weight in their day, and still today they have for many people. According to various beliefs, soul and spirit are part of all human beings. In some cases they are considered as divine gifts that should be revered and cared for.
Difference between Soul and Spirit
The concepts soul and spirit are used as synonyms, but differ in context. Let us see what the differences between soul and spirit are.
Soul
The soul is what in reality the human being is, in many cases literally means “life” and is not limited only to human life. On the other hand, it also has to do with the thinking, the feelings and the inner life of the people. The soul is considered as a distinct entity, separated from the body; created precisely for the purpose of having an existence apart from it, which represents vanity and the mundane.
The body is the physical part, the perishable part; while the soul is the spiritual part of human beings (in some cases, also of animals and plants). According to most beliefs, the soul is immortal, but depending on the behavior of the person on Earth; your soul could suffer or avoid torments. In essence, the soul is what it really is; incorporates the thoughts, the will, the desires, and the emotions … of the people. It does not die and passes to a higher plane, that is, to an existence that is not worldly.
Spirit
It is the principle of conscious life, the vital principle or the spark of life of every human being. The Spirit animates the body and acts as a mediator between the body and the soul.
The Spirit is what makes the body move; it is the breath of life. It is the source of power and control. When we die, the spirit leaves the body, but unlike the soul, it ceases to exist.
However, in some cases (depending on the belief), the Spirit can persist beyond the death of the body and manifest itself in different ways.
Also, for some philosophical systems and religious beliefs, the soul is also material, as is the body. It should be noted that the word “spirit” has a much wider connotation than “soul”; because it could also refer to angels, fairies, demons, goblins; among other beings.
Spirit is a word with many meanings.
Finally, depending on the beliefs of each person, the attributes of the soul and spirit can vary.
For some, both concepts refer to the same thing; but in books like the Bible there is a clear difference.
Key differences between Soul and Spirit
The soul is immortal,
but the spirit is not.
The soul is what the person really is,
beyond the body;
while the spirit is a mediator between body and soul.The soul has to do with the emotional aspect and with the life itself of the creatures, While The Spirit is the force that allows the body to function.
Finally let us understand
Body : What is externally visible, our bodies
Soul : Consists of the mind, will and emotions.
Spirit : The real us. It is the Spirit within us that can connect with God.
Body : Both humans and animals have it
Soul : Both humans and animals have it
Spirit : only humans have it
We do not see animals going to temples or church or mosques or to any satsang to worship or seek God. They do not have a spiritual appetite or a desires for spiritual things. Animals act on their emotions and appetites by instinct. Upon death, the body and soul of an animal cease to exist. Bible teaches that human beings are made in the image of God, meaning we have those characteristics of God which animals do not have. For eg; Just like God created everything, we also have the creativity in us to invent new things, unlike animals who do not possess that ability
John 4:23-24 – says God is looking for true worshippers who can worship HiM in Truth and Spirit and we thank HiM for blessing human beings with that ability_ God bless you all with HiS mighty perfect plans for ONLY HiS Glory and Praise
Sol.Amit Aggarwal