Chapter 02 - Sankhya YogaSloka 60 - Consequences of Ignoring Sensory Disciplinewhat is the significance of striving for sensory discipline even if it is challenging?Why is it essential to persevere and not get disheartened when striving to control the sense organs?What are the consequences of letting the sense organs behave without any control or discipline?In what ways does the mind contribute to our status and respect in society?How are the mind and body considered as great treasures given by Ishvara?What are the effects of bad habits such as drinking on both the body and mind?How does continuous sensory enjoyment lead to the ultimate loss of the mind?What role does the mind play in the practice of Nidhidhyasana, and why is its protection crucial?Why is sensory discipline considered a must according to the teachings in this sloka?Sloka 61 - Path to Steadfast knowledgeWhat should a viveki do to attain jñāna nishta?What is the significance of "tāni sarvāṇi saṃyamya" in the context of sensory discipline?How does one become "yuktaḥ" or a person with a controlled mind?What does "matparaḥ" signify in the process of Nidhidhyasana?What are the three sādanas mentioned in the first line of Sloka 61?How is Nidhidhyasana related to sensory discipline and mind control ?Explain the relationship between sense organ control and the firmness of knowledge as described in "vaśhe hi yasyendriyāṇi tasya prajñā pratiṣhṭhitā."Why is sensory discipline considered the first and last step in spirituality based on the notes?How does the analogy of planting a seed relate to the practice of sensory discipline in spiritual life?Until when should Damaha and Shamaha be practiced in spiritual life?What does it mean for sensory discipline to become one's "swabhaava" and why is it important for jñāna nishta?How does Bhagavan’s advice in Sloka 61 summarize the discussion on Damaha from Sloka 58 to 61?What future references to Damaha can we expect in other chapters of the Bhagavad Gita?How is the concept of controlling sense organs emphasized in Advaita philosophy for achieving spiritual goals?What role does the mind play in achieving jñāna nishta as per the teachings in Sloka 61?Sloka 62 - Eight rung fall - Consequences of Uncontrolled SensesHow does Bhagavan transition from discussing Nidhidhyasana to Shamaha in Sloka 62?What is the significance of Shamaha in the context of spiritual practice?Explain the concept of Shamaha or thought discipline.How does Bhagavan describe Shamaha and its role in attaining Jñāna Nishta?Explain why Shamaha, or thought discipline, is considered more challenging than Damaha (sense control).How does one train the mind according to the concept of Shamaha?What are the two ways in which the mind can lose its calmness?How does the association with external sensory objects affect mental peace?What role does memory (chittam) play in maintaining or disturbing mental calmness?What practical steps are suggested to avoid dwelling on past or future thoughts during meditation?What are some practical steps for training the mind?Explain the concept of taking a sankalpa (resolve) during meditation to avoid past and future thoughts. How does this contribute to Shamaha?Why is it necessary to continually practice Shamaha even after initial training?Describe the term "Viṣaya dhyānam" and its implications.What are the observable characteristics of Viṣaya Dhyānam? How does it manifest in daily life?What is the role of discrimination (viveka) in managing Viṣaya Dhyānam effectively?What is the first stage in the progression from Viṣaya dhyānam to saṅgaḥ?Explain the term "saṅgaḥ" and its implications.How should one approach the development of attachment (saṅgaḥ) towards sense objects?How does the development of saṅgaḥ affect one's perception and relationship with sense objects?What does Shankaracharya mean by using the term "Preetihi" in the context of saṅgaḥ?

Chapter 02 - Sankhya YogaSloka 58 (Contd...) - The Exemplary Control of the Senses: The Tortoise AnalogyWhat is the second saadana required for Nidhidhyasana?How does a person prepare for dhyana?What role does Smriti (memory) play during dhyana?Why can the mind lose its calmness during meditation, even without external sensory input?What is Shamaha in the context of mind control?What are the two ways mentioned to protect the mind?How are Damaha and Shamaha related to Nidhidyasana?When does a tortoise withdraw its limbs and head?Does a Jnani always keep their sense organs withdrawn? What must be done for Nidhidhyasanam to be effective?Why is sense control necessary for Nidhidhyasanam?What will Bhagavan continue to discuss in Slokas 59 to 61?Sloka 59 - Gradual Process of Sensory Discipline and Attachment DetachmentWhat was Arjuna’s question in Sloka 54?What does the lakshana of a Sthitha Prajna represent for a seeker?How does a jnani's character influence the sādana for a seeker?Why is Damaha important for attaining jñāna nishta?Once a person attains jñāna nishta, should they let go of Damaha?What are the two types of sādanas mentioned?What is an example of a sādana that becomes one's nature after attaining the goal?How does Damaha transition from sādana to swaroopa?What is the difference between the Damaha of a jñāna nishta and a person striving for jñāna nishta?What happens to the sense objects (viṣayāḥ) for someone practicing Damaha?What is meant by vinivartantē rasavarjam?How does the attachment to sense objects change for someone striving for jñāna nishta?What are the two types of addiction discussed?Why is mental addiction deeper than sensory addiction?What is the significance of renouncing rasavarjam?Why is spiritual anānda considered superior to worldly pleasures?What should be done when there is a conflict between physical renunciation and mental attachment?How should one handle claims that enjoyment and liberation can coexist without discipline?What is the difference between starving and fasting in the context of spiritual practice?Why is sensory discipline crucial for jñāna nishta?What does the sloka say about the attachment to sense objects for a person striving for jñāna nishta?Who knows whether a person has truly removed the value for an object from their mind?Sloka 60 - Consequences of Ignoring Sensory DisciplineWhat does Bhagavan say about the consequences of not having sensory discipline?How does Bhagavan describe the nature of our Indriyas?What is the result of not keeping sensory discipline?What does the term "pramāthīni" refer to in the context of this sloka?How do the sense organs affect even a striving wise man?Explain the analogy Bhagavan uses to describe the powerful sense organs and their effect on the mind.How do the sense organs carry away the mind?What does Bhagavan mean by the sense organs having their own "likes and dislikes"?What is the main enemy that Bhagavan cautions us about?What are the two key takeaways from Bhagavan's warning about the sense organs?What does the term "Indriya Anavasthaane Doshaha" mean?Why is losing the mind considered the greatest loss?How can indulging in sensory pleasures ultimately lead to the destruction of the mind?What is the importance of having a protected and strong mind for performing Nidhidyasana?Why is sensory discipline essential for converting jñāna into jñāna nishta?How do the powerful sense organs forcibly carry away the mind?What is the meaning of "yatataḥ hi kaunteya puruṣasya" in this sloka?How does Bhagavan explain the swabhaava (nature) of the sense organs?Why is it significant that even a learned person can be distracted by the sense organs?What is the importance of persevering in the practice of sensory discipline?How does Bhagavan describe the loss associated with not having sensory discipline?How do the body and mind serve as the greatest gifts by Ishvara?

Chapter 02 - Sankhya YogaSloka 57 - Sthitha Prajna Lakshana 055. Triptihi – Contentment (Mana Niraivu)What is the essence of this sloka?Is a Jnani attached to anything?What does "anabhisnehaḥ" mean?Is the change at physical level or deep mental level?What does "śubha aśubham" mean?What does "na abhinandati na dveṣṭi" mean?Will the jnani rejoice or hate when he faces dharma or adharma?Are we able to take it when we see adharma? Why not?Whose responsibility is to uphold Dharma?What happens if we are victims or where we think we are victims of Adharma?Do we justify if we are on the wrong side of Adharma?How do we treat Dharma & Adharma if there is no attachment?How does a jnani treat Dharma & Adharma?What is the world made of?What does "Dwandatmakam Jagat" mean?What is the highest pair of opposite in this world?Does a jnani have a liking for Dharma and hatred for Adharma?What is other meaning of "na abhinandati na dveṣṭi"?Will a jnani appreciate / praise someone because he brings a sukham situation?Will a jnani criticize / condemn someone because he brings a dukham situation?What does "tasya prajñā pratiṣhṭhitā" mean?What will be established firmly in a jnani?Sloka 58 - Sensory DisciplineWhat is discussed between slokas 58 and 68?Where is Sthitha Prajna upaya given?Why did Bhagavan change the topic?How to attain Jnana?What are the qualifications to attain Jnana?What is the sādana to attain Viveka, Vairagya and Mumukshutvam?What is the first sādana?What does Karma Yōga result in?What is Shravanam?What do we know about ourselves?What does Shastras say about self?What do I think of the self to be?According to shastras do I have any craving, lacking, insecurity, fear, destruction, death etc?According to shastras, am I a samsari or liberated?Why is it that in spite of having that knowledge I still feel myself to be a samsari?Should the knowledge be at a superficial level or should it have gone deeply?When can it go deep?When does a particular emotion or behaviour exhibit itself as swabhaava?How does anger come out of us without much effort?What is the sādana prescribed by shastras for the knowledge to go deep?What is Nidhidhyasana? And is it compulsory?What analogy is used to explain the need for accompanying sādanas along with Nidhidhyasana?What are the 2 other sādanas that need to go along with Nidhidhyasana?How do Damaha and Shamaha help Nidhidyasana to convert our jñāna into jñāna nishta?What are the steps involved in Shravanam?What is the faculty that is used for Nidhidyasana?What needs to be done for the intellect to get deep into the mind?Why do we need to have a relatively calm mind for us to dhyana?What type of mind is unable to perform meditation effectively?Will our mind be calm if there is excitement?Will our mind be calm if there is sorrow?How can we maintain a relatively calm mind for effective Nidhidhyasana?What are the 2 ways by which a mind can lose its calmness?What are the five sense organs that can disturb the mind?How can the mind lose its peace through sensory experiences?How is the jewelry analogy useful in understanding how our mind should be protected from disturbances?Why is it often recommended to meditate early in the morning?What discipline is required to keep the mind calm and conducive for Nidhidhyasana?How does sensory discipline (Damaha) help in maintaining a calm mind?What specific sensory experiences are most likely to disturb the mind?Why does Bhagavan emphasize avoiding certain types of sensory inputs?What is the relationship between sensory discipline and the effectiveness of Nidhidhyasana?