Thus constantly engaging the mind in yoga, the yogi, freed from all impurities, easily attains the infinite bliss of contact with Brahman.
Synthesis
Constantly engaging in yoga, freed from impurities, the yogi easily attains the infinite bliss of Brahman. The Advaita tradition sees unlimited ananda as the Self's nature. Ramanuja teaches contact with God as the highest attainment. The Bhakti tradition values grace flowing to the prepared heart. Madhvacharya teaches the soul's contact with infinite divine bliss. Abhinavagupta sees the effortless state following persistent practice. Vallabhacharya teaches God's joy shared with the purified devotee. Tilak reads sustained practice making effort effortless. Vivekananda emphasizes that infinite bliss is available to anyone who persists.
Commentaries 8 traditions
Shankara explains that 'brahma-samsparsha' is the direct contact with one's own true nature as Brahman. This contact happens easily and naturally when impurities are removed — it is not something to be achieved but something to be uncovered. The infinite bliss is the Self's own nature, always present, now recognized.
Apply This Verse
Personal Growth
After sustained practice, breakthroughs come with surprising ease. The moment of insight, the shift in perspective, the deep peace — they arrive not through force but through readiness. Keep practicing; the fruit will come naturally.
Questions this verse answers
- ?"When does practice start to feel effortless?"
- ?"How does spiritual effort lead to grace?"
- ?"What does direct spiritual experience feel like?"
- ?"Can consistent practice really lead to breakthrough?"