Raja Yoga Sutras
Commentary by Swami Vishnudevananda
11.7. Sukhaanushayee raagah Attraction is that which dwells on pleasure.
Commentary: Most think of attraction and pleasure as positive things, but when associated with objects
of the material world they inevitably bring pain. Nothing in the physical world is permanent; hence the
constant fear of loss itself keeps those seeking pleasure in an unhappy state. This is why the yogi learns
to cultivate a dislike for worldly pleasures. He is never disappointed or unhappy. The result ironically,
is that by not seeking pleasure he is always happy.
Commentary by Swami Vishnudevananda
11.7. Sukhaanushayee raagah Attraction is that which dwells on pleasure.
Commentary: Most think of attraction and pleasure as positive things, but when associated with objects
of the material world they inevitably bring pain. Nothing in the physical world is permanent; hence the
constant fear of loss itself keeps those seeking pleasure in an unhappy state. This is why the yogi learns
to cultivate a dislike for worldly pleasures. He is never disappointed or unhappy. The result ironically,
is that by not seeking pleasure he is always happy.
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