Bhagavad Geeta 6.6
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संस्कृत श्लोक: बन्धुरात्मात्मनस्तस्य येनात्मैवात्मना जितः। अनात्मनस्तु शत्रुत्वे वर्तेतात्मैव शत्रुवत्॥ ६॥
हिंदी अनुवाद: जिसने अपने मन को जीत लिया है, उसके लिए मन उसका मित्र बन जाता है; लेकिन जिसने अपने मन को वश में नहीं किया है, उसके लिए वही मन शत्रु के समान व्यवहार करता है।
English Translation: For him who has conquered the mind, the mind is the best of friends; but for one who has failed to do so, his mind will remain the greatest enemy.
Commentary: This verse emphasizes the dual nature of the mind. A disciplined mind becomes a supportive ally, guiding one towards self-realization and peace. Conversely, an uncontrolled mind can lead to self-destruction, acting as one’s own worst enemy.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches that true mastery and inner peace come from self-discipline and control over the mind.