Chapter 46 provides specific, devotion-centric definitions for key spiritual concepts. It states that true 'Dharma' is simply loving devotion to the Guru. 'Knowledge' is described as understanding the profound secret that 'all this is Me,' pointing towards a non-dual realization. 'Detachment,' in this context, is defined as a supreme aversion to worldly objects and attachments. The chapter goes on to praise the greatness of this devotion, explaining that when it is performed with heart and soul, the states of Peace, Detachment, and even Fame remain under its control. Thus, for a true devotee, these virtues are not pursued separately but are natural outcomes of their loving surrender to the Guru.
How does Chapter 46 philosophically define 'Dharma', 'Knowledge', and 'Detachment' in relation to devotion to the Guru?
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