History

"In the past I have been a cloud, a river, and the air.  And I was a rock.  I was the minerals in the water.  This is not a question of belief in reincarnation.  This is the history of life on earth."  ~Thich Nhat Hanh

Man, God, Cats

I know the Hindu hierarchy puts man at the top, but I’ve never really bought into that. I think it’s sort of a species-based narcissism, and it wouldn’t surprise me at all to find more enlightened beings than myself inhabiting animal bodies just for the fun of it or to take a break:

God: Oh, man, you were so close to achieving moksha this time when you got hit by that truck! Are you ready to incarnate and try again?

Man: I don’t know, Lord. I’m really tired. Would it be okay if I just slept in the sun the next time out, and maybe have a waiter bring me some snacks from time to time?

God: Of course! Enjoy your time as a cat!