Despite the fact that Mbah Goto is the oldest inhabitant of the Earth, there is no official confirmation of this. The fact is that before the beginning of the 20th century, there was no birth registration of people, so this long-liver is absent in official records.
They say that death forgot about this man. It is also believed that there are official documents that can confirm the age of the oldest long-liver of the earth. Mbah Goto lived in this world for 145 years, no more, no less.
It's hard to believe it. Despite the fact that we are used to hearing and reading about people who have crossed the century, the case of Mbach Goto seems truly incredible.
But in this case there is one detail that cannot be ignored. The oldest long-liver in the world no longer wants to live. According to him, "he expects death calmly, without fear, although it seems to him that she deliberately bypasses him."
Many people would like to know the secret of this man's long life. The answer to this is given by Mbah Goto himself, and this answer is amazing.
Mbach Goto and the secret of his longevity
Mbach Goto was born on December 31, 1870. It is these data that are indicated in the documents proving his identity. The same date appears in the Java Island register. This is where the famous long-liver lives, born on the island 145 years ago.
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Of course, before us is the oldest inhabitant of our planet. The record for longevity belongs to the Frenchwoman Jeanne Calment (1875-1997). This woman passed away at the age of 122.
I wonder why Mbah Goto's record was not included in the Guinness Book of Records?
The answer to this question is quite simple:
- All available official data regarding the birth of a centenarian are located on the island of Java.
- To be included in the Guinness Book of Records, it is necessary to have a third independent source, which is absent in the case of Mbah Goto.
This is because external official registers were not fully developed until the 20th century.
But despite the absence of the official title of the oldest inhabitant of the planet, no one doubts the authenticity of the age of the long-liver of Java. Thus, Mbahu Goto will soon turn a century and a half. Amazing!
A path full of losses
Long life gives us many opportunities. It allows us to learn, correct our mistakes, improve, change, and even start living anew. According to Mbah Goto, his life was rich and interesting, but now he has only sad memories of it.
- He had to bury four wives. He survived the death of all his children and brothers - 10 people.
- He perfectly understands that such a long life is not normal. According to the law of life, children should bury their parents, and not vice versa.
Every morning he wakes up and is confronted with an endless number of memories of people who no longer exist. Longevity obliged Mbah Goto to live an echo of the past. He often asks himself why this is happening to him.
Why does he continue to live, while other people who filled his life with love were forced to leave long ago?
Mbah Goto is content with his modest life, surrounded by grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The secret to longevity
According to the man, there are two secrets to longevity:
- The first is that he lived surrounded by loving people. It is love that drives our life. It is for the sake of love that we are ready to fight life's difficulties in order to stay close to our loved ones as long as possible.
- The second secret of longevity is explained by the peculiarities of life on the island of Java. According to a local proverb, those who have patience live long.
Mbach Goto considers himself an infinitely patient person. The purpose of his existence has always been to be able to accept everything that life gives, to let it go its own way, watching what is happening with a calm soul, and never to get angry.
It really is. The grandchildren of the long-liver with humor say that their grandfather never complained about anything. He never asks for anything and always gladly accepts whatever is given to him.
A clear mind that wishes to leave
The long-liver's only dream that he has cherished for over twenty years is a grave and a resting place where he can close his eyes when the moment of death comes, which will allow him to reunite with his loved ones.
This dream will never come true. However, neither relatives nor neighbors still want to let go of the famous long-liver.
- A man practically does not see and can hardly support himself. But that doesn't matter to anyone. Mbah Goto is a storehouse of wisdom.
- Despite his more than venerable age, the man managed to maintain a clear mind and good memory. He often talks about events and details of the past that others have already forgotten about.
The people appreciate Mbach Goto and consider him a real hero. During his long life, he managed a lot: he fought against the invaders, fought against the Japanese, worked all his life tirelessly for the good of his family.
Of course, despite the respect and respect of others, everyone understands his desire to leave. With each passing year, life weighs more, the years bring us fatigue, we grow old. And most importantly, life takes away our loved ones from us.
Therefore, the oldest inhabitant of the planet dreams most of all to close his eyes and leave.