Verse 8.15 : Aksara Brahma Yoga "Path of Eternal Brahman"
Verse 15 of 28
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The Translation
“Having attained Me, these great souls do not take birth again in this transient world of suffering, having reached the highest perfection.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna explains that having attained Him, the great souls do not return to birth, which is temporary and a house of sorrow, having reached perfection.
Practical Application
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Accept the imperfections of your day today without frustration, reminding yourself: 'This changing world is naturally imperfect. My peace is within.'
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- How does recognizing the world as a 'transient abode of suffering' (*duḥkhālayam aśāśvatam*) help us develop healthy detachment rather than becoming cynical or depressed?
- What is your definition of 'highest perfection' (*paramāṃ saṃsiddhim*)? How does it differ from worldly definitions of success?
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8.15
मामुपेत्य पुनर्जन्म दुःखालयमशाश्वतम्
Rebirth is the seed of all misery. The sages who have realized the non-dual Brahman have no cause to be reborn in the material world, because they have dissolved all karmic seeds. They remain in the state of eternal, blissful liberation.