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class or community. Nor the same is attainable only at a particular place or by particular rituals. As Acharang Sutra of Jains puts it, the ultimate freedom can be achieved by any one who is able to discipline his desires. (Chhandam Nirohena Uvehi Mokkham).
Verses 50 to 56 describe what an aspirant endowed with pure intettect would do and how he would behave in wordly affaris. It is shown that such a “Sadhaka” (Aspirant) would be at peace not only with himself but also with all objects and events of this universe. He would ultimately be one with the Supreme Soul. The author of Gita describes such a person as “Brahmabhutah Prasannaatma” i.e. the soul, which is “Brahma” (Super Soul) himself, serene in the self, having no desire or grievance.
By verses 57 to 60 the lord admonishes Arjuna, and through him all of us, that in view of what is already said, he should take refuge in Him and by so doing he shall be able to overcome all obstacles. He also gives a psyc
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