Chapter 3 verse 42
“They say that the senses are
superior to the body; superior to the senses is the mind; superior to the mind
is the intellect; one who is even superior to the intellect is He (Atman)”
This verse is a nice summary of
the pecking order in the scheme of the human microcosm. The senses control the
body, mind controls the senses, intellect controls the mind and the intellect
is submissive to the eternal Self. It is interesting to note that Krishna
refers to the Atman as “He/She” and doesn’t associate with the body, senses,
mind or intellect. This reference is completely intentional on Krishna’s part.
It is very obvious that every word of Bhagavat Gita not unlike other time
tested scriptures is non redundant. This is the power of the word and it’s
meaning. It is a blessing and divine grace to be contemplating on these pearly
words of wisdom.
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