Age is receding and so the youth
When age is being depleted, how can youth remain youthful? That also slowly loses its charm and suddenly, one-day old age strikes. Wise men realize this situation before hand itself and make use of every passing instant for betterment. They strive for making the best use of life through religious activities, service, help, benevolence, company of saints, visit to holy places, study of holy books etc. They feel ashamed for irreligious and sinful activities. They refrain from sense gratification. Life’s uncertainty is the reason of their abandonment.
- Acaranga Sutra 1/2/1