Chapter 6: Path of Meditationध्यानयोग
6:6
“For one who has conquered the mind, the mind is the best of friends; but for one who has failed to do so, the mind remains the greatest enemy.”
Sanskrit
बन्धुरात्मात्मनस्तस्य येनात्मैवात्मना जितः | अनात्मनस्तु शत्रुत्वे वर्तेतात्मैव शत्रुवत् ||
Transliteration
bandhur ātmātmanas tasya yenātmaivātmanā jitaḥ anātmanas tu śatrutve vartetātmaiva śatru-vat
Commentary
A controlled mind serves as a faithful friend, guiding us toward wisdom and peace. An uncontrolled mind, driven by desires and aversions, creates endless suffering and obstacles.
Chapter 6
Path of Meditation