Translation
Not being a master of himself, he is only dragged by that former practice (its mental impression); only a seeker of the knowledge of Yoga passes beyond what strengthens the [sacred] text.
Verse 6.44
From आत्मसंयमयोग
The Yoga of Meditation
॥ Sanskrit Text ॥
पूर्वाभ्यासेन तेनैव ह्रियते ह्यवशोऽपि सः।
जिज्ञासुरपि योगस्य शब्दब्रह्मातिवर्तते।।6.44।।
pūrvābhyāsena tenaiva hriyate hyavaśho ’pi saḥ jijñāsur api yogasya śhabda-brahmātivartate
हिंदी अनुवाद
।।6.44।। वह (श्रीमानोंके घरमें जन्म लेनेवाला योगभ्रष्ट मनुष्य) भोगोंके परवश होता हुआ भी पूर्वजन्ममें किये हुए अभ्यास-(साधन-) के कारण ही परमात्माकी तरफ खिंच जाता है; क्योंकि योग-(समता-) का जिज्ञासु भी वेदोंमें कहे हुए सकाम कर्मोंका अतिक्रमण कर जाता है।
Word-by-Word Meaning
pūrva—past; abhyāsena—discipline; tena—by that; eva—certainly; hriyate—is attracted; hi—surely; avaśhaḥ—helplessly; api—although; saḥ—that person; jijñāsuḥ—inquisitive; api—even; yogasya—about yog; śhabda-brahma—fruitive portion of the Vedas; ativartate—transcends
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 Dhyana 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 6: Dhyana Yoga (आत्मसंयमयोग) contains 47 verses and focuses on the yoga of meditation.
This verse appears towards the end of the chapter, bringing together the practical applications of this wisdom.
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