In English
Whatever scriptures one may study, whatever (spiritual efforts) one may practise or pilgrimages one may make, unless one succeeds in getting rid of the impurities in the heart, life will remain worthless and meaningless. Purification of the heart is the essence of all scriptural teachings and the basic goal of life. In this context, the refers to (duties that accord with one's nature) and (duties prescribed for others) and says that is conducive to the ennobling of the individual, while is fraught with fearful consequences. , "Adhering to one's is commendable, while practising is full of dangers." does not mean the (duty) relating to any caste, community, race or religion. means . It is the that is related to , that is (Divine duty). is related to the body consciousness. All duties associated with the external world are comprised in . These duties will inevitably involve one in the bonds of (worldly life). Though they may confer temporary pleasures they are bound to result in fear and anxiety.