| 12. Of vain hopes,
of vain actions, of vain knowledge, devoid of discrimination, partaking
only of the delusive nature of Rakshasas and Asuras.They cherish vain hopes.
The agnihotra and other actions performed by them are fruitless, because
they insult the Lord, because they neglect their own Self. Even their knowledge
is fruitless. They are devoid of discrimination. They partake of the nature
of Rakshasas and asuras. They see no self beyond the body and engage in
cruel deeds, their rule of conduct being cut, break, drink, devour, rob
others property:The ways of the faithful devotees.But, the faithful who
are engaged in devotion (Bhakti) to the Lord, i.e who walk in the path of
moksha, |
