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“A yogi is greater than the ascetics, greater than the knowledgeable, and greater than those who perform rituals. Therefore, O Arjuna, be a yogi!”
Commentary: This verse highlights the superiority of the path of yoga over other paths of spiritual practice. It emphasizes that a yogi, who is dedicated to the practice of yoga, surpasses those who merely engage in asceticism, intellectual knowledge, or ritualistic activities.
While practices such as asceticism, intellectual pursuit, and rituals have their merits, the path of yoga combines and transcends them all. Yoga encompasses physical discipline (tapas), intellectual understanding (jñana), and selfless action (karma), thereby offering a holistic approach to spiritual growth and realization.
In urging Arjuna to become a yogi, Lord Krishna emphasizes the importance of integrating various aspects of spiritual practice and cultivating a balanced approach to self-realization. He encourages individuals to embrace the path of yoga, which harmonizes discipline, knowledge, and action, leading to profound spiritual transformation and ultimate union with the divine.