Page 1:Page 2: This excerpt is from the Bhagavad Gita. This passage is talking about the soul. Pierce means "stab.” Singe means "burn.” Wither means "wilt.” All-pervading means "affecting everything.” What does this passage reveal about Hindus’ belief in the soul? They believe that the soul is a weapon. They believe that the soul is everlasting. They believe that the soul can be harmed. They believe that the soul can be a burden.