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## "Vachasvamitva" (14 Paths)
1. **Gati-marg-na:** The path of motion, referring to the transmigration of the soul through different births (Gati) due to the ripening of Karma.
2. **Indriya-marg-na:** The path of senses, referring to the ability of the soul to perceive objects through the senses, which is possible due to the diminishing of the "Avarana" Karma (Karma that obscures the senses).
3. **Kaya-marg-na:** The path of the body, referring to the physical body that the soul inhabits during its transmigration.
4. **Yoga-marg-na:** The path of Yoga, referring to the practice of various techniques to control the mind and senses, leading to liberation.
5. **Veda-marg-na:** The path of the Vedas, referring to the study and understanding of the sacred scriptures for spiritual knowledge.
6. **Kasaya-marg-na:** The path of passions, referring to the internal afflictions (Kasaya) that hinder spiritual progress.
7. **Jnana-marg-na:** The path of knowledge, referring to the pursuit of true knowledge about the self and the universe.
8. **Samyama-marg-na:** The path of self-control, referring to the practice of restraining the senses and mind.
9. **Darshan-marg-na:** The path of vision, referring to the development of right perception and understanding.
10. **Leshya-marg-na:** The path of subtle tendencies, referring to the inherent tendencies (Leshya) that influence the soul's actions and thoughts.
11. **Bhavya-marg-na:** The path of the blessed, referring to the path of those who are destined for liberation.
12. **Samyak-tvam-marg-na:** The path of right conduct, referring to the practice of living a virtuous life.
13. **Sanjna-marg-na:** The path of consciousness, referring to the development of awareness and understanding.
14. **Ahar-marg-na:** The path of food, referring to the importance of mindful eating and the impact of food on the soul.
**Explanation of the terms:**
* **Gati:** The transmigration of the soul through different births.
* **Indriya:** The senses, which are the instruments of perception.
* **Kaya:** The physical body.
* **Yoga:** A system of practices for controlling the mind and senses.
* **Veda:** Sacred scriptures containing spiritual knowledge.
* **Kasaya:** Internal afflictions such as anger, greed, and pride.
* **Jnana:** True knowledge about the self and the universe.
* **Samyama:** Self-control.
* **Darshan:** Right perception and understanding.
* **Leshya:** Subtle tendencies that influence the soul's actions and thoughts.
* **Bhavya:** Blessed, destined for liberation.
* **Samyak-tvam:** Right conduct.
* **Sanjna:** Consciousness.
* **Ahar:** Food.