This verse is from the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 13, Verse 34. The translation is:

• Kṣetra-kṣetrī-jñayorevam antaraṁ jñāna-cakṣuṣā
  Bhūta-prakṛti-mokṣaṁ ca ye viduryānti te param

• "The difference between the field (body) and the knower of the field (Atman) can be understood through the eye of knowledge. Those who understand this difference and the liberation of the material nature (prakriti) from its bondage attain the supreme."

In this verse, Lord Krishna explains the distinction between the field (Kṣetra) and the knower of the field (Kṣetrī), and how understanding this difference through knowledge leads to liberation:

1. Kṣetra-kṣetrī-jñayorevam antaraṁ jñāna-cakṣuṣā:

   • The Kṣetra refers to the material body or field, and the Kṣetrī refers to the Self (Atman), the eternal knower or consciousness within the body.
   • The distinction between these two is revealed through the eye of knowledge (jñāna-cakṣu). By developing spiritual wisdom, one can discern the difference between the temporary body and the eternal soul.

2. Bhūta-prakṛti-mokṣaṁ ca ye viduryānti te param:

   • The Bhūta-prakṛti refers to the material nature, which is subject to birth, death, and change.
   • Moksha (liberation) from this bondage means freedom from the cycle of birth and death, and the realization of the eternal Self beyond the material body and nature.
   • Those who understand the nature of the field (body), the knower of the field (Atman), and the liberation of nature from its cycle, reach the supreme state (the ultimate truth or liberation, i.e., Moksha).

This verse highlights the importance of self-knowledge and spiritual wisdom:

• By distinguishing between the body (the field of experience) and the Atman (the knower of the field), a person gains a deeper understanding of their true nature.
• The eye of knowledge helps to see beyond the material world and recognize the eternal self.
• Those who realize the impermanence of the material world (prakriti) and the eternal, unchanging nature of the Atman can attain liberation (moksha), freeing themselves from the cycle of birth and death.

This understanding is the key to reaching the supreme state and achieving the ultimate goal of spiritual realization.

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