Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-61 Those established in perfect knowledge are those who conquer their senses and maintain unwavering focus on Me. Description In this verse, the term yuktaḥ (united) signifies ‘absorption in devotion,’ while mat paraḥ conveys ‘toward Lord Krishna.’ The word āsīta (seated) is metaphorical, denoting being ‘situated or established.’ Having previously emphasized …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-61 Those established in perfect knowledge are those who conquer their senses and maintain unwavering focus on Me. Description In this verse, the term yuktaḥ (united) signifies ‘absorption in devotion,’ while mat paraḥ conveys ‘toward Lord Krishna.’ The word āsīta (seated) is metaphorical, denoting being ‘situated or established.’ Having previously emphasized …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-60 The senses are so strong and turbulent, O son of Kunti, that they can forcibly carry away the mind even of a person endowed with discrimination who practices self-control. Description The senses resemble wild horses newly harnessed—impetuous and reckless—demanding discipline, a crucial battle for spiritual aspirants. Thus, those aspiring for …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-59 While aspirants may restrain their senses from objects of enjoyment, the allure for such objects persists. Yet, for those who attain realization of the Supreme, even this allure eventually fades away. Description When one abstains from eating, such as during a fast, the desires of the senses weaken. Similarly, during …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-58 The one capable of withdrawing their senses from external distractions, akin to how a tortoise retracts its limbs into its shell, attains divine wisdom. Description Attempting to quench the cravings of the senses by indulging them in desired objects is akin to dousing a fire with clarified butter. While momentarily …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-57 The one who maintains detachment regardless of circumstances, finding neither joy in good fortune nor despair in adversity, embodies the wisdom of a sage with flawless understanding. Description Rudyard Kipling, the renowned British poet, echoes the essence of the concept of Sthita Prajna, or the Sage of steady intelligence, in …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-56 The Supreme Lord conveyed: “O Parth, when an individual relinquishes all selfish desires and the tumult of sensory cravings that trouble the mind, finding contentment in the realization of the self, they are deemed to be in a state of transcendence.” Description In Shree Krishna’s discourse, he begins by addressing …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-56 The Supreme Lord conveyed: “O Parth, when an individual relinquishes all selfish desires and the tumult of sensory cravings that trouble the mind, finding contentment in the realization of the self, they are deemed to be in a state of transcendence.” Description In this verse, Shree Krishna delineates sages of …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-54 Arjun inquired: “O Keshav, what are the traits of one established in divine consciousness? How does an enlightened individual speak, sit, and move?” Description The terms “sthita prajña” (one with steady intellect) and “samādhi-stha” (situated in trance) are applied to enlightened individuals. Having heard from Shree Krishna about the state …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-53 When your intellect no longer succumbs to the allure of the fruitive sections of the Vedas, but instead remains unwavering in divine consciousness, you will attain the pinnacle of Yog, the state of perfection. Description As seekers progress along the spiritual path, their connection with God deepens within their minds. …
