By what track can you trace that trackless Buddha of limitless range, in whom exists no longer, the entangling and em broiling craving that pe rpetuates becoming?
By what track can you trace that trackless Buddha of limitless range, in whom exists no longer the entangling and embroiling craving that perpetuates becoming?
Deep Commentary
Following verse 179, this verse further elaborates on the nature of the Buddha's attainment. While the previous verse emphasizes the impossibility of tracking the enlightened one, this verse focuses on the absence of the 'entangling craving' (tanhā) that fuels the cycle of existence. The Buddha clarifies that for one who has completely severed the bonds of desire, there is no 'net' or 'bait' that can entice or ensnare them. Having transcended the impulses of greed, hatred, and delusion, the enlightened mind is unconditioned and cannot be lured back into the traps of worldly becoming. It serves as a profound reminder that liberation lies in the destruction of the craving that perpetuates rebirth.
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