The Supreme Lord Shree Krishna explained that he imparted the timeless wisdom of Yog to the Sun God, Vivasvan, who then transmitted it to Manu. Manu, in his lineage, subsequently passed down this knowledge to Ikshvaku. Description In this verse, Shree Krishna emphasizes the credibility and significance of the spiritual wisdom he is imparting to …
The senses hold dominance over the gross body, while the mind surpasses the senses in superiority. Beyond the mind lies the intellect, and transcending the intellect is the realm of the soul. Description Shree Krishna expounds on the hierarchical order of control among the instruments bestowed upon us by God. He delineates that the body, …
The hierarchy of existence delineated by Shree Krishna asserts the superiority of the senses over the gross body, and the supremacy of the mind over the senses. Transcending the mind is the intellect, and surpassing the intellect is the essence of being—the soul. Description Shree Krishna elucidates the hierarchy of control among the faculties bestowed …
Hence, O foremost among the Bharatas, it is imperative to first rein in the senses from the outset and vanquish the adversary known as desire. This foe, the embodiment of sin, wreaks havoc by corroding knowledge and obstructing realization. Description Shree Krishna instructs Arjun to overcome lust by first controlling the senses, which are its …
The senses, mind, and intellect are often regarded as the fertile grounds where desires take root and flourish. They have the capacity to obscure one’s understanding and lead the embodied soul astray. Description In shedding light on the dwellings of lust, Shree Krishna now unveils a pathway to its control. Just as one must identify …
Even the wisdom of the wisest is shrouded by this relentless adversary known as insatiable desire, which is akin to an unquenchable fire, constantly consuming and never satisfied, O Arjun, descendant of Kunti. Description In this verse, Lord Krishna vividly portrays the relentless and insatiable nature of desire, referred to as “kām” in Sanskrit. The …
Just as a fire is obscured by smoke, a mirror is veiled by dust, and an embryo is hidden within the womb, similarly one’s knowledge becomes obscured by desire. Description Lust obscures one’s power of discrimination, much like smoke covers fire, dust masks a mirror, and a womb conceals an embryo. This analogy illustrates how …
The Supreme Lord elucidated: “Understand that it is lust, emerging from the interaction with the mode of passion, that subsequently evolves into anger. Recognize it as the sinful, voracious adversary in the world.” Description The term “lust” in the Vedas encompasses not only sexual desires but also all cravings for material enjoyment rooted in the …
Arjun inquired, “Why does one feel compelled to commit sinful deeds, even against their will, as if coerced, O descendant of Vrishni (Krishna)?” Description Arjun’s question reflects the universal human struggle to reconcile the ideal with the practical challenges of life. Despite aspiring to lead a virtuous life, individuals often find themselves succumbing to impulses …
It is far better to fulfill one’s own innate duty, even if imperfectly, than to undertake someone else’s duty flawlessly. Indeed, it is preferable to perish while carrying out one’s duty than to embrace another’s path, which is fraught with peril. Description In this verse, the term “dharma” is used four times. “Dharma” is a …
