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Chapter 16 • Verse 22

Daivasura Sampad Vibhaga Yoga

The Yoga of the Divine and Demoniac Natures

Sanskrit Verse

Etair vimuktaḥ kaunteya tamo-dvārais tribhir naraḥ, ācharaty ātmanaḥ śhreyas tato yāti parāṁ gatim

Translation & Meaning

Liberated from these three gates to darkness, O son of Kunti, a person does what is best for the soul and thus attains the supreme goal.

Key Teachings

  • Liberation from lust, anger, greed
  • Then one can act for soul's welfare
  • Supreme goal becomes attainable

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