Bija

अर्थानर्थौ न मे स्थित्या गत्या वा शयनेन वा, तिष्ठन् गच्छन् स्वपन् तस्मादहमासे यथासुखम्। ॥3॥

arthānarthau na me sthityā gatyā vā śayanena vā, tiṣṭhan gacchan svapan tasmād-aham-āse yathā-sukham. (3)

This verse expresses that true happiness comes from within and is not affected by external circumstances or actions, such as moving or resting. It emphasizes a state of peace and contentment that remains unchanged regardless of what one does.

Go deeper with Ashtavakra Gita 13.3 in Bija

  • Sakha explains it for your day. Bija's guide to the texts answers your questions about this verse.
  • Read the commentary and save it. Keep Ashtavakra Gita 13.3 with your verses to come back to.
  • A new verse each morning. With its meaning, and a quiet place to practise.
Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play