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Chapter 2 • Verse 62

Sankhya Yoga

The Yoga of Knowledge

Sanskrit Verse

Dhyayato visayan pumsah sangas tesupajayate, sangat sanjayate kamah kamat krodho 'bhijayate

Translation & Meaning

While contemplating the objects of the senses, a person develops attachment for them. From attachment develops desire, and from desire arises anger.

Key Teachings

  • Thought leads to attachment
  • Desire stems from attachment
  • Anger arises from unfulfilled desire

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