The scripture mentions that 'where there is liberation, there is bondage.' What does this mean, and what is the recommended path to deal with this duality?

This paradoxical statement from Chapter 17 points to the interdependent nature of dualistic concepts. The idea of 'liberation' can only exist in contrast to 'bondage.' The text advises that the ultimate goal is not simply to move from bondage to liberation but to transcend both states entirely. The path to achieving this is to remain in one's pure, self-controlled state. This involves acquiring special knowledge (Vijnana) by discarding ignorance regarding happiness and sorrow, and realizing that the knowledge of Brahman is already near you, beyond these dualities.