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The author of the Sutra-Kritanga Sutra, while guiding us, says that one should not harm any living being, be it a mobile or immobile creature, or any other kind of being. One should remain steadfast in the principles of soul, etc., and maintain a firm, unwavering, and right vision. One should renounce attachment, which people accumulate for the sake of happiness. One should understand the nature of those who commit evil deeds or experience the fruits of evil deeds, or the nature of passions, and not be under their control. The word "Tu" in the verse, or the elements of beginning and end, or the act of taking, also imply the abandonment of false speech, giving without receiving, and non-chastity.
Thus, in the realm of animals, humans, and gods, the endless consequences of actions follow. Knowing all this, one should strive to live a life of righteousness.
Translation: It is said that a sinner goes to hell. Similarly, one should understand the consequences of actions in the realms of animals, humans, and gods. In this endless cycle of four realms, one receives the fruits of one's actions. Therefore, a wise person, understanding this, should practice restraint throughout life.
Commentary: The phrase "Evam" etc. means that those who commit evil deeds, even in the realms of animals, humans, and gods, experience the endless consequences of their actions in the four realms. A wise person, knowing all this, should strive to live a life of righteousness, and should look forward to the time of death. This means that those who are caught in the cycle of the four realms experience only suffering. Therefore, a wise person should remain engaged in the practice of liberation and restraint throughout life. The word "iti" indicates the end, and "bravimi" is as before.
Commentary Meaning: To express that the specific sufferings discussed earlier also occur elsewhere, the author of the Sutra says:
Those who commit evil deeds experience the consequences of their actions in the realms of animals, humans, and gods, in the form of endless karmic consequences in the four realms. A wise person, knowing all this, should follow the path of restraint and look forward to the time of death. This means that those who are caught in the cycle of the four realms experience only suffering. Therefore, a wise person should remain engaged in the practice of liberation and restraint throughout life. The word "iti" indicates the end, and "bravimi" is as before.
The fifth study, called "Naraka Vibhakti," is now complete.
Om Om Om
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