Translation
After uttering the word "tat," acts of sacrifice and austerity, as well as various acts of charity, are performed without regard for results by persons aspiring for liberation.
Verse 17.25
From श्रद्धात्रयविभागयोग
The Yoga of Threefold Faith
॥ Sanskrit Text ॥
तदित्यनभिसन्धाय फलं यज्ञतपःक्रियाः।दानक्रियाश्च विविधाः क्रियन्ते मोक्षकाङ्क्षि।।17.25।।
tad ity anabhisandhāya phalaṁ yajña-tapaḥ-kriyāḥ dāna-kriyāśh cha vividhāḥ kriyante mokṣha-kāṅkṣhibhiḥ
हिंदी अनुवाद
।।17.25।। 'तत्' नामसे कहे जानेवाले परमात्माके लिये ही सब कुछ है -- ऐसा मानकर मुक्ति चाहनेवाले मनुष्योंद्वारा फलकी इच्छासे रहित होकर अनेक प्रकारकी यज्ञ और तपरूप क्रियाएँ तथा दानरूप क्रियाएँ की जाती हैं।
Word-by-Word Meaning
tat—the syllable Tat; iti—thus; anabhisandhāya—without desiring; phalam—fruitive rewards; yajña—sacrifice; tapaḥ—austerity; kriyāḥ—acts; dāna—charity; kriyāḥ—acts; cha—and; vividhāḥ—various; kriyante—are done; mokṣha-kāṅkṣhibhiḥ—by seekers of freedom from material entanglements
Application in Daily Life
Meditation Practice
Contemplate this verse during your morning meditation. Reflect on how its teachings apply to your current life situation and challenges.
Professional Life
Apply the wisdom of Shraddhatraya Vibhaga Yoga to your work by focusing on your duties without excessive attachment to outcomes.
Relationships
Use these teachings to cultivate patience, understanding, and equanimity in your relationships with family and friends.
Chapter Context
Chapter 17: Shraddhatraya Vibhaga Yoga (श्रद्धात्रयविभागयोग) contains 28 verses and focuses on the yoga of threefold faith.
This verse appears towards the end of the chapter, bringing together the practical applications of this wisdom.
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