Translation
Even if an incorrigible evil-doer worships Me, not resorting to any other [goal], he should be deemed to be righteous; for, he has properly undertaken his task.
Verse 9.30
From राजविद्याराजगुह्ययोग
The Yoga of Royal Knowledge
॥ Sanskrit Text ॥
अपि चेत्सुदुराचारो भजते मामनन्यभाक्।
साधुरेव स मन्तव्यः सम्यग्व्यवसितो हि सः।।9.30।।
api chet su-durāchāro bhajate mām ananya-bhāk sādhur eva sa mantavyaḥ samyag vyavasito hi saḥ
हिंदी अनुवाद
।।9.30।। अगर कोई दुराचारी-से-दुराचारी भी अनन्यभावसे मेरा भजन करता है, तो उसको साधु ही मानना चाहिये। कारण कि उसने निश्चय बहुत अच्छी तरह कर लिया है।
Word-by-Word Meaning
api—even; chet—if; su-durāchāraḥ—the vilest sinners; bhajate—worship; mām—me; ananya-bhāk—exclusive devotion; sādhuḥ—righteous; eva—certainly; saḥ—that person; mantavyaḥ—is to be considered; samyak—properly; vyavasitaḥ—resolve; hi—certainly; saḥ—that person
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 Raja Vidya Raja Guhya 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 9: Raja Vidya Raja Guhya Yoga (राजविद्याराजगुह्ययोग) contains 34 verses and focuses on the yoga of royal knowledge.
This verse appears towards the end of the chapter, bringing together the practical applications of this wisdom.
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