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is. (Verses33 &34). The Lord replies that though it is true that mind is restless and difficult to curb, it can be brought under control by repeated practice (of meditation) and adopting dispassion. (Verse 35). It is difficult to attain this Yoga if one's mind is not restrained. However if one strives persistently to control it, it is possible to attain it. (Verse 36).
Knowing how to control the mind, Arjuna now requests the Lord to tell him what happens if in spite of striving with full faith, one fails to control his mind and in the result he fails in achieving Yoga. He asks whether in such cases it is not likely that one would lose both the paths of knowledge as well as action and ultimately even the path of attaining Brahman. (Verses 37 to 39). In reply the Lord assures Arjuna that no one who strives for good, fails to receive the consequences thereof. He says: “Na hi kalyaanakrut kashchit durgatim taata
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