Explanation

When deciding on the best course of action, one must weigh the pros and cons & look for several options. Arjuna was contemplating whether defeating the Kauravas or being defeated by them was preferable. Both options seemed to be defeats, for if he won the war by killing the Kauravas, he would have no desire to live any longer.

Verse & What We Can Learn

When one is deciding the course of action one should assess all the pros and cons of the action from both sides (from one’s side and the opposite side as well) & both short-term and long-term.

One who takes a stand on the side of Dharma & almighty will ultimately have victory no matter what.

In the next verse, Arjuna asks Lord Krishna to clear his confusion and guide him.

Let’s learn to live with “The Gita” via Meditation Affinity…