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Chapter 5 • Verse 17
The Yoga of Renunciation
MEANING & CONTEXT
Krishna describes those who attain liberation: their intellect (buddhi) is fixed on That (the Supreme), their self (ātman) is fixed on That, they are established (niṣṭhā) in That, and they are devoted (parāyaṇa) to That. Their sins (kalmaṣa) are destroyed (nirdhūta) by knowledge (jñāna). They go (gacchanti) to the state of no return (apunar-āvṛttiṁ)—liberation. This means those who are completely focused on the Supreme, established in knowledge, and devoted to That, attain liberation. The key is complete dedication—intellect, self, establishment, and devotion all directed toward the Supreme. Knowledge destroys the sins that create bondage, and devotion leads to liberation.
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How this ancient wisdom applies to your daily life
Key Takeaway
This verse describes those who attain liberation: their intellect is fixed on the Supreme, their self is fixed on That, they are established in That, and they are devoted to That. Their sins destroyed by knowledge, they go to the state of no return. This means complete dedication—intellect, self, establishment, and devotion all directed toward the Supreme. Knowledge destroys the sins that create bondage, and devotion leads to liberation. You don't need to be perfect—you need to be dedicated. Focus your intellect, self, establishment, and devotion on the Supreme, and knowledge will destroy what binds you.
Personal Reflection
Is your intellect, self, establishment, and devotion directed toward the Supreme? Where are you focused on the world instead of the Supreme? How can complete dedication lead to liberation?
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