Scripture
The knowing Self is not born, It does not die. It has not sprung from anything; nothing has sprung from It. Birthless, eternal, everlasting, and ancient, It is not killed when the body is killed. (Kaṭha Upaniṣad 1.2.18)
Therefore, at all times, constantly remember Me and fight. With your mind and understanding absorbed in Me, you will surely come to Me. (Bhagavad Gita, 8.7)
Prayer
Sweet blow the winds, and the very oceans give forth blessedness. May the herbs and plants bring us health and happiness. Sweet unto us be the nights and dawns. May every particle of Mother Earth be charged with blessing, and may the heavens shower us with benediction. Sweet unto us be the noble forest trees. Sweet unto us be the radiant sun. Sweet unto us be all living creation. Om peace, peace, peace. (Rig Veda 1.90.6–8)