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5

CHAPTER 

VERSE

23

शक्नोतीहैव य: सोढुं प्राक्शरीरविमोक्षणात् |
कामक्रोधोद्भवं वेगं स युक्त: स सुखी नर: || 5.23 ||

Śaknotīhaiva yaḥ soḍhuṁ prākśarīravimokṣhaṇāt
Kāmakrodhodbhavaṁ vegaṁ sa yuktaḥ sa sukha naraḥ ||

One who can control the impulses of desire and anger before the liberation of the body, is a yogi; such a person is happy.

Lesson:

The verse begins with "śaknotīhaiva yaḥ," meaning "one who can." This emphasizes the ability of the individual to exercise control over their impulses. It highlights the importance of controlling desires and anger, which are described as "kāma" (desire) and "krodha" (anger). These are powerful emotions that can lead to suffering and bondage if left unchecked.

Krishna suggests that the yogi is able to control these impulses "prākśarīravimokṣhaṇāt," meaning "before the liberation of the body." This indicates that the yogi is able to master their desires and anger while still in the physical body, rather than waiting for liberation after death.

The ability to control desires and anger leads to a state of contentment and happiness. The verse concludes by stating that such a person is "sa yuktaḥ sa sukha naraḥ," meaning "such a person is a yogi and happy." This highlights the connection between self-discipline and inner peace.

Overall, this verse teaches the importance of self-control in the practice of yoga. By mastering desires and anger, individuals can experience true happiness and fulfillment in life. It emphasizes the need to cultivate inner strength and discipline to overcome the challenges of the mind and attain spiritual growth.

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