Acharya Prashant explains that avatars in the Sanatan tradition are not merely divine figures but are depicted with human qualities, emotions, and vulnerabilities. He emphasizes that Shri Rama and Shri Krishna are shown experiencing human suffering, such as Shri Rama weeping for Sita or Shri Krishna engaging in playful activities with the Gopis. These human traits are essential because they make the avatar relatable, serving as an inspiration that a person with ordinary limitations can still achieve spiritual greatness and reach the state of the soul. He clarifies that an avatar is someone who lives as the soul despite being human, and their life serves as a challenge and a guide for others to follow. Regarding the historical significance of scriptures like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, Acharya Prashant states that while the central figures were historical individuals, the narratives are not intended to be literal history. In India, the focus was never on materialistic historical facts but on liberation. The stories use symbolism, metaphors, and poetic embellishments to convey deep spiritual truths that the human mind can easily grasp. He compares avatars to mobile towers that connect the ordinary human to the 'satellite' of the ultimate truth. Therefore, one should focus on the spiritual lessons and the essence of these stories rather than debating their historical accuracy.