BG 6.12
Seated thus, with a single-pointed mind, having control of the emotions and senses, one should practice meditation for the purification of the self.
उपविश्यासने युञ्ज्याद्योगमात्मविशुद्धये
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tatraikāgraṁ — there with a single pointed
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tatra — there
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eka-agram — one-pointed
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manaḥ — mind
The Sanskrit word manas (मनस्) specifically refers to the mind as an organ of perception, which functions as a faculty which present sensory impressions to the inner consciousness, buddhi (बुद्धि). -
kṛitvā — having made
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yata-chittendriya-kriyaḥ — controlling the mind and senses
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yata — restrained, controlled, subdued
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chittendriya — emotions and senses
yata-chitta—controlling the mind; indriya—senses -
kriyaḥ — activities
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upaviśhyāsane — seated upon the seat
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upaviśhya — being seated
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āsane — on the seat
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yuñjyād — practice
yuñj - yoke together + yad - that -
yogam — Yoga
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ātma-viśhuddhaye — for purification of the inner self
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ātma — inner self
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viśhuddhaye — purification
From viśuddha (विशुद्ध) meaning "purified" or "cleansed"
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The yogi should constantly strive to control and concentrate the mind, living in seclusion, free from desire and possessions. Having chosen a sacred location, they should sit in a firm posture on a seat that is neither too high nor too low, covered in a grass mat, deer skin, and cloth. Seated thus, with a single-pointed mind, having control of the emotions and senses, one should practice meditation for the purification of the self. Holding the body, head, and neck motionless and steady, fix one's attention on the tip of the nose, without looking in any other direction. With serenity and courage, firm in the vow of celibacy, having controlled the mind, have me as the ultimate goal. By always keeping the mind balanced, one attains peace and everlasting liberation.
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