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Brahma Sutras — Chapter 15: Phala Pada 3 — Gati

16 verses

Verse 1

Through the path beginning with light, because that path is well-known from scripture.

Verse 2

After the wind comes the year, on account of the absence and presence of specific mentions.

Verse 3

After lightning comes Varuna, because of the connection.

Verse 4

The guides on the path are superhuman beings, because of the indicatory marks.

Verse 5

From the lightning onwards, the soul is led by a superhuman being, as scripture states.