Adhyāya II · Pāda 1
38 sūtras
- Sūtra 2.1.1If it be objected that (from the doctrine expounded hitherto) there would result the fault of there being no room for (certain) Smritis; we do not admit that objection, because (from the rejection of our doctrine) there would result the fault of want of room for other Smritis.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.2Andon account of the non-perception of the others (i.e. the effects of the pradhâna, according to the Sâ@nkhya system).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.3Thereby the Yoga (Smriti) is refuted.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.4(Brahman can) not (be the cause of the world) on account of the difference of character of that, (viz. the world); and its being such, (i.e. different from Brahman) (we learn) from Scripture.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.5But (there takes place) denotation of the superintending (deities), on account of the difference and the connexion.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.6But it is seen.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.7If (it is said that the effect is) non-existent (before its origination); we do not allow that because it is a mere negation (without an object).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.8On account of such consequences at the time of reabsorption (the doctrine maintained hitherto) is objectionable.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.9Not so; as there are parallel instances.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.10And because the objections (raised by the Sâ@nkhya against the Vedânta doctrine) apply to his view also.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.11If it be said that, in consequence of the ill-foundedness of reasoning, we must frame our conclusions otherwise; (we reply that) thus also there would result non-release.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.11aShould it be said that inference is to be carried on in a different way; (we reply that) thus also it follows that (the objection raised) is not got rid of.Sūtra translationCommentary from Rāmānuja only at this sūtra
- Sūtra 2.1.12Thereby those (theories) also which are not accepted by competent persons are explained.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.13If it be said that from the circumstance of (the objects of enjoyment) passing over into the enjoyer (and vice versâ) there would result non-distinction (of the two); we reply that (such distinction) may exist (nevertheless), as ordinary experience shows.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.14The non-difference of them (i.e. of cause and effect) results from such terms as 'origin' and the like.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.15And because only on the existence (of the cause) (the effect) is observed.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.16And on account of that which is posterior (i.e. the effect) being that which is.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.17If it be said that on account of being denoted as that which is not (the effect does) not (exist before it is actually produced); (we reply) not so, (because the term 'that which is not' denotes) another quality (merely); (as appears) from the complementary sentence.Sūtra translationCommentary from Śaṅkara and Madhva only at this sūtra
- Sūtra 2.1.18From reasoning and from another Vedic passage.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.19And like a piece of cloth.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.20And as in the case of the different vital airs.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.21On account of the other (i.e. the individual soul) being designated (as non-different from Brahman) there would attach (to Brahman) various faults, as, for instance, not doing what is beneficial.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.22But the separate (Brahman, i.e. the Brahman separate from the individual souls) (is the creator); (the existence of which separate Brahman we learn) from the declaration of difference.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.23And because the case is analogous to that of stones, &c. (the objections raised) cannot be established.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.24If you object on the ground of the observation of the employment (of instruments); (we say), No; because as milk (transforms itself, so Brahman does).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.25And (the case of Brahman is) like that of gods and other beings in ordinary experience.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.26Either the consequence of the entire (Brahman undergoing change) has to be accepted, or else a violation of the texts declaring Brahman to be without parts.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.27But (this is not so), on account of scriptural passages, and on account of (Brahman) resting on Scripture (only).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.28For thus it is in the (individual) Self also, and various (creations exist in gods, &c.).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.29And because the objection (raised against our view) lies against his (the opponent's) view likewise.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.30And (the highest divinity is) endowed with all (powers) because that is seen (from Scripture).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.31If it be said that (Brahman is devoid of powers) on account of the absence of organs; (we reply that) this has been explained (before).Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.32(Brahman is) not (the creator of the world), on account of (beings engaging in any action) having a motive.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.33But (Brahman's creative activity) is mere sport, such as we see in ordinary life.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.34Inequality (of dispensation) and cruelty (the Lord can) not (be reproached with), on account of his regarding (merit and demerit); for so (Scripture) declares.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.35If it be objected that it (viz. the Lord's having regard to merit and demerit) is impossible on account of the non-distinction (of merit and demerit, previous to the first creation); we refute the objection on the ground of (the world) being without a beginning.Sūtra translation
- Sūtra 2.1.36(The beginninglessness of the world) recommends itself to reason and is seen (from Scripture).Sūtra translationCommentary from Śaṅkara and Madhva only at this sūtra
- Sūtra 2.1.37And because all the qualities (required in the cause of the world) are present (in Brahman).Sūtra translation