Verse 2 of Prakaraṇa VII further clarifies the nature of dhyāna itself, highlighting the concept of ekatanata, or univocal continuity, of the mind. This indicates that the meditative state is not characterized by a fractured or fluctuating awareness, but rather by a seamless, unbroken flow of consciousness. The key phrase, “the uninterrupted act that points toward meditation advances toward it,” suggests that any activity, when performed with mindful intention and directed toward the goal of dhyāna, contributes to its realization. This emphasizes the importance of prāṇāyāma or focused breathwork, mantra recitation, or even the sustained gaze at a chosen object, provided they are undertaken with a consistent, unwavering focus. The yogī’s will, channeled through a deliberate action, serves as a catalyst, drawing the mind progressively closer to the state of dhyāna, mirroring the principles underlying the directed nature of samādhi.