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4 verses from the Bhagavad Gita on focus. Explore teachings across 3 chapters.

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Yada sanharate cayam kurmo 'nganiva sarvashah, indriyanindriyarthebhyas tasya prajna pratishthita

One who is able to withdraw the senses from their objects, just as a tortoise withdraws its limbs into its shell, is established in divine wisdom.

  • Sense control is essential
  • Withdraw from external distractions
  • Inner stability through discipline
Mayy eva mana ādhatsva mayi buddhiṁ niveśhaya, nivasiṣhyasi mayy eva ata ūrdhvaṁ na sanśhayaḥ

Fix your mind on Me alone and let your intellect dwell upon Me. Thereafter, you shall certainly live in Me. Of this, there is no doubt.

  • Complete mental focus on God
  • Intellect aligned with devotion
  • Assurance of divine union