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Greed ranks first amongst the indomitables. When it is subdued, nothing remains to be subdued in all the three worlds. Delusion (मोह) itself is destroyed when greed is overpowered, otherwise it remains even after the removal of anger, etc...
70
Greed is a bulbous root of the creepers in the form of anxieties. It is a demon devouring as a mouthful, good virtues. It is a great impediment to the achievement of success, or to the expanding of a manly effort for the poble motive. He whose heart is an ocean of vitality or spirit, subdues it.
71
Oh good one! if your pride is pious and legitimate, and if you desire to be foremost among the people, then, strive hard with all your might to batter down the ramparts of greed.
72
The hearts of those who are
able
to stuff their bellies even with vegetables, are also again moved with the breeze in the form of intense desire
