Category: Bhagavad Gita

Explanation Shree Krishna continues by clarifying that the “self” is actually the soul, not the physical body and that it is eternal, just as God is eternal. Verse & What We Can Learn When divine knowledge is transmitted in the Vedic tradition, it normally begins with self-knowledge. In the...

Explanation Shree Krishna begins his speech with a powerful opening statement. Arjun is lamenting over what he considers to be very solid reasons. Shree Krishna, on the other hand, instead of being sympathetic with him, pulls the wind out of his arguments. “Arjuna, you may think you’re saying words...

Explanation In sharp contrast to Arjuna’s moaning, Shree Krishna smiled, demonstrating that the circumstance did not depress him; rather, he was quite content with it. Such is the calm manner of someone well-versed in all situations. We identify flaws in the conditions we’re in because of our limited perception;...

Explanation Arjuna had given his decision-making to Shri Krishna and sought for his direction in the last verse. Arjuna knew he wasn’t in enough form to make that decision, let alone fight. As a result, he eventually stated that he would not fight and went silent. It’s worth noting...

Explanation Arjuna knew that the grief he was experiencing as a result of his devotion to his kinsmen was unusual. It sank deep into his personality and became embedded there. His senses were completely thrown off track by this deep-seated sadness. He couldn’t see or hear anything well. It...

Explanation Arjuna eventually regained enough reasoning capacity to recognize that cowardice had knocked his mind off balance, which he correctly labelled as a mistake. He also realized that, as a result of his timidity, he was unable to make an informed decision on whether or not to fight. The...

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...

Explanation It may be argued that Arjun had no choice but to fight and gain the kingdom in order to survive. Arjuna, on the other hand, disproves such theory. He claims that begging is a better way to survive than committing this awful crime. He also believes that if...

Explanation “O Krishna, please do not underestimate my courage,” Arjuna says. I’m ready to go to war. But, in terms of moral obligation, I owe it to my masters to honour them and to show compassion to Dhritarashtra’s sons.” He hints Krishna that it is simple to kill terrible...

Explanation Shri Krishna is a professional motivational speaker. Effeminate is one of the worst things you can name a fighter. Consider Arjuna’s reaction when Shri Krishna referred to him as effeminate. Using the adjective weak-hearted to characterize Arjuna was also a shock to the warrior, who is known for...