Bhagavad Gīta Bhāshya and Tātparya
B.G 2.45
त्रैगुण्यविषया वेदा निस्त्रैगुण्यो भवार्जुन। निर्द्वन्द्वो नित्यसत्त्वस्थो निर्योगक्षेम आत्मवान् ॥२-४५॥
traiguṇyaviṣayā vēdā nistraiguṇyō bhavārjuna। nirdvandvō nityasattvasthō niryōgakṣēma ātmavān ॥2-45॥
The Vēdas dwell on topics relating to the three qualities, O Arjuna, but rise above them. Having no dilemma, become stationed in 'nitya-satwa' i.e. stay in constant remembrance of the supreme lord. Having no desire for safety become 'ātmavān', i.e., considering the supreme lord as master, relinquish all selfish-concerns.
Gīta Bhāshya 2.45
Starting from the verse 'traiguṇya-viṣayā', the mindset required for Yōga is explained. Though superficially Vēdas appear to dwell on topics related to three qualities, in essence they convey lord Vishnu only.
Starting from 'traiguṇya viṣayā' verse the mindset required for Yōga is explained. Other opposing views are rejected. As Vēdas have indirect and hidden meaning, they superficially appear to speak of matter related to three qualities, such as heaven and others.
"Vēdas speak indirectly and advocate transcendental topics." - is the well-known proverb
"Therefore, don't get disillusioned by its literal opinion" - is the meaning conveyed.
"The word 'argument' is used when the topics conveyed are contrary to reality." - is the well-known proverb.
It does not mean the advocacy of Vedas is to be forbidden.
"Vēdas, Rāmāyana, Purānas, and also Mahābhārata glorify lord Vishnu only in the beginning, middle, and the end, in fact everywhere."
"All the Vēdas convey His glories only."
"The essence of Vēdas is the root of dharma and written texts are the basis for practice - thus the knowledgeable proclaim. The conduct of saints and monks must, well, bring satisfaction to 'ātman'."
"That which is in accordance with Vēdas is dharma and those which are divergent to it are adharma, i.e. evil."
[-states various ancient proverbs.]
Thus, Vēdas advocate lord Vishnu everywhere. That which is in accordance with Vēdas is dharma and that which is opposed is adharma .
Gīta Tātparya 2.45
Three qualities are like poison. Remembering lord Vishnu always is - 'nitya-sattwatwa'. Leaving the desire for safety is - 'niryōgakṣēma'. Having the understanding, the supreme-being is my master, is - 'ātmatwa'.
The three qualities, like poison ('visha'), are consumed and spent before departing (by the soul), hence called - 'traiguṇyaviṣayāḥ'
The great souls take shelter under the Vedas to destroy the poison of three modes of nature. After becoming free from the three modes of nature he always takes refuge in Vasudeva alone." - states ancient proverb
Lord Vishnu is called 'Sattwa' as he is of the nature of virtue, and is called 'ātmā' as he is the cause of progeny." - states ancient proverb
Remembering lord Vishnu always is 'nitya-sattwatwa' i.e. being stationed in pure satwa quality. Having the understanding, the supreme being is my master, is 'ātmatwa' i.e. state of being stationed in ātman. By such understanding, the wrong knowledge of oneness with the Lord goes away.
('niryōgakṣēma' is) leaving the desire for progress and safety, (and does not mean not to perform Yoga), otherwise one should give up even simple daily physical activities.

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बहुचित्रजगद्बहुधाकरणात् परशक्तिरनन्तगुणः परमः ।
सुखरूपममुष्य पदं परमं स्मरतस्तु भविष्यति तत्सततम् ॥
"The one who has created this variegated vast universe with varied forms has infinite power and is of infinite auspicious qualities. He certainly bestows the highest state of bliss to those who meditate on his ever happy essence." -Dwādasha stōtra 4.3

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