Verse 7.15 : Jnana Vijnana Yoga "Self-Realization"
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The Translation
“The wicked, the foolish, the lowest of humanity, whose wisdom has been stolen by illusion, and who possess the demoniac nature, do not surrender to Me.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna explains why some people do not seek the Divine, pointing out that their wisdom is swept away by Maya due to their demonic and selfish nature.
Practical Application
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Notice if a selfish impulse is tempting you to compromise your integrity today. Choose the ethical path, preserving your mental clarity.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- How does pride or intellectual arrogance (*māyayāpahṛta-jñānāḥ*) prevent a person from accepting their own limitations and surrendering to truth?
- What is the 'demoniac nature' (*āsuraṃ bhāvam*) in a practical, psychological sense?
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7.15
न मां दुष्कृतिनो मूढाः प्रपद्यन्ते नराधमाः
These four classes are bound by heavy egoism. Even if they are highly educated in worldly subjects, their spiritual discrimination is completely covered by Maya, making them unable to recognize their inner source.