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इह दुःखं नृपादिभ्यः परत्र नरकादितः।
प्राप्नोति स्तेयतस् तेन स्तेयं
त्याज्यं सदा बुधैः॥

Suffering arises from kings or from hell, but both are consequences of theft—wise men avoid stealing at all costs.

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In this world, merging (laya) is the end of suffering. Only dissolution—of ego, pain, and duality—leads to peace.

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In pursuit of dharma, artha, and kama, one must use dharma as the guiding light, never sacrificing it for selfish gains.

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In this city of serpents and alleys, it’s better, my dear, to protect the mongoose than roam unguarded.

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In this secret bower, a lover’s bed has been made of tender shoots—so say the laughing gopis as they recall Krishna’s liaisons.

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Sitting on the forest path, a playful gopi teases the traveler, inviting him to a spot where she once dreamed of love.

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Silent-footed, bow-wielding hunters attack the innocent deer, unaware of the world's cruelty—run away, gentle creature.

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Here resides Mount Meru, the oceans, and this vast earth—this mighty ground supports all, even those like us.

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At night, pressed between two firm breasts, the lover’s heart, drawn by his beloved’s charms, crosses the river of darkness.

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The blind revere you not for your virtues but your caste—those with eyes mock your character—such is the irony of the world.

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