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## Upasargaadhyayanam
**Verse 1:**
A man remains on the right path, controls his senses, and maintains modesty and humility, as long as the blue-feathered arrows of desire, shot from the bow of the eyebrows, aimed at the ears, do not strike his heart.
**Commentary:**
Just as the river Vaitarani is difficult to cross due to its swift current and uneven banks, so too are women difficult to overcome for men who lack self-control and wisdom. They can easily ensnare even those who have mastered profound knowledge through their seductive gestures and desires.
**Verse 17:**
Those men who have renounced the association and adornments of women, have overcome all obstacles, and remain in deep meditation.
**Commentary:**
Those who are wise and understand the consequences of associating with women, have abandoned such relationships. They have also renounced the use of clothing, ornaments, and garlands, which are meant to attract women. They have overcome all obstacles, including hunger, thirst, and other distractions, and have dedicated themselves to the path followed by great men. They remain in a state of deep meditation, their minds undisturbed by the allure of the world. Others, who are defeated by the temptations of women, are consumed by the fire of desire, like fish caught in a net and thrown onto burning coals. They are unable to achieve true meditation.
**Explanation:**
This section highlights the dangers of associating with women and the importance of self-control and renunciation for achieving spiritual liberation. It uses the metaphor of the Vaitarani river to illustrate the difficulty of overcoming worldly temptations. The commentary emphasizes the importance of following the path of great men and remaining in a state of deep meditation, free from the distractions of the world.