Asia's Three Paths of Departure

Fire (Agni) is not merely a tool for disposal; it is a sacred deity and a divine messenger in Hindu cosmology. As the final purifying element, Agni is believed to sever the soul’s lingering attachment to the material body, acting as a direct vehicle that carries the subtle body upward towards the heavenly realms. This ensures that the soul is not drawn back to its temporary earthly dwelling, accelerating its passage towards liberation and a favorable rebirth in the next iteration of Samsara.