Janaka said:
1. Even a monk possessing nothing, does not easily find that tranquility which is inherent in one who is free from the desire for action. I have renounced both action and renunciation of action, and live happily in any state.
2. Renouncing identification with the body, the tongue, and the mind, I have acquired that state which is above desire, fatigue, and ferment. Therefore, I abide in happiness.
3. Realizing that the Self is actionless, I do whatever presents itself, and live happily.
4. Action or inaction is for those attached to the body. Having neither association nor disassociation with it, I live in perpetual bliss.
5. Neither good nor evil results for me from activity, rest, or sleep. Therefore, I am happy whether at rest, active, or asleep.
6. Neither do I lose or gain by sleeping or striving – giving up all thoughts of loss and triumph, I live happily.
7. The varying aspects of pleasure are subject to change, under different conditions. I am happy because I have gone beyond good and evil.