Chapter 5 • Verse 26

Karma Sanyasa Yoga

The Yoga of Renunciation

Sanskrit Verse

Kama-krodha-vimuktanam yatinam yata-cetasam, abhito brahma-nirvanam vartate vidithatmanam

Translation & Meaning

For the ascetics who are free from desire and anger, who have controlled their minds, and who have realized the Self — Brahman-nirvana is close on all sides. Freedom from desire and anger is the gateway to the omnipresent peace of Brahman.

Key Teachings

  • Freedom from desire and anger opens the door to Brahman
  • Self-realization places Brahman-nirvana within immediate reach
  • Mind-control and Self-knowledge together ensure liberation

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