The Yoga of the Field and the Knower of the Field

Krishna explains different paths to realizing the distinction between field and knower. 'Dhyānena ātmani paśyanti kecid ātmānam ātmanā'—some see the Self in the Self by the Self through meditation. Through meditation, they realize the Self directly. 'Anye sāṅkhyena yogena'—others through Sankhya (knowledge). Through knowledge and discrimination, they realize the distinction. 'Karma-yogena cāpare'—others through Karma Yoga. Through selfless action, they realize the distinction. There are different paths, but the goal is the same—realizing the distinction between field and knower. Whether through meditation, knowledge, or action, you can realize the Self. The path doesn't matter—what matters is realizing the distinction. When you realize it, you're liberated. The method is less important than the realization.