The 'nooses of death' are identified as Adharma (unrighteousness), ignorance, anger, and hatred. Overcoming them means transcending these negative qualities. According to the teachings in Chapter 37, he who crosses these obstacles entirely by himself is said to enter the heavenly world. This is not just a location but a state of being, described as the Cosmic Self-form (Virat), which is free from mental grief, disease, worry, and the fear of death, allowing the soul to move about in complete fearlessness.
What does it mean to overcome the 'nooses of death' and what is the reward?
📖 Chapter 37