# SB 7.15.55 ## Text > deva-yānam idaṁ prāhur > bhūtvā bhūtvānupūrvaśaḥ > ātma-yājy upaśāntātmā > hy ātma-stho na nivartate ## Synonyms *deva*-*yānam*—the process of elevation known as *deva-yāna*; *idam*—on this (path); *prāhuḥ*—it is said; *bhūtvā* *bhūtvā*—having repeated birth; *anupūrvaśaḥ*—consecutively; *ātma*-*yājī*—one who is eager for self-realization; *upaśānta*-*ātmā*—completely free from all material desires; *hi*—indeed; *ātma*-*sthaḥ*—situated in his own self; *na*—not; *nivartate*—does return. ## Translation **This gradual process of elevation for self-realization is meant for those who are truly aware of the Absolute Truth. After repeated birth on this path, which is known as deva-yāna, one attains these consecutive stages. One who is completely free from all material desires, being situated in the self, need not traverse the path of repeated birth and death.**