Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-31 “Moreover, as a warrior, you must stand steadfast in your duty. Undoubtedly, there is no nobler undertaking for a warrior than engaging in battle to uphold righteousness.” Description “Swa-dharma refers to one’s individual duty in accordance with the Vedas. There exist two categories of swa-dharmas—para dharma, denoting spiritual duties, and …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 30 “Arjun, the immortal soul resides within the physical body; hence, there is no need for you to grieve over anyone.” Description “Frequently in his teachings, Lord Krishna elucidates a concept through several verses, concluding with a summarizing verse. This particular verse encapsulates the essence of his instructions on …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 29 Sanjay narrated: With these words, Arjun, the conqueror of sleep and chastiser of enemies, spoke to Hrishikesh, saying, “Govind, I shall not fight,” and fell silent. Description Shree Krishna has dispelled the causes of lamentation concerning the soul in verse 2.20 and in regard to the body in …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 28 Shree Krishna employs the term “atha” to suggest that Arjun may consider other existing explanations about the nature of the self. This verse gains significance when viewed in the context of the diverse philosophical streams in India and their varied perspectives on the self. Throughout history, Indian philosophy …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 27 “The only things certain in life are death and taxes.” Death is the most inevitable aspect of life, often considered the greatest fear by psychologists and recognized in Patanjali’s Yog Darśhan as abhiniveśh—the instinctive urge to survive at any cost. In the Mahabharat, there’s an illustrative incident during …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 25 Shree Krishna employs the term “atha” to suggest that Arjun may consider other existing explanations about the nature of the self. This verse gains significance when viewed in the context of the diverse philosophical streams in India and their varied perspectives on the self. Throughout history, Indian philosophy …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 25 Our eyes, crafted from material energy, are limited to perceiving material objects. The soul, transcending the realm of material energy and being divine, remains invisible to our eyes. Scientists have attempted experiments to detect its presence by placing a dying person in a sealed glass case, anticipating that …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 24 The emphasis on immortality is once again underscored here. It is not sufficient for the teacher to merely convey perfect knowledge; for that knowledge to be truly impactful, it must deeply resonate within the heart of the student. Hence, a skillful teacher often revisits and repeats key points. …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 24 The emphasis on immortality is reiterated once again in this context. It is not sufficient for the teacher to merely convey perfect knowledge; for that knowledge to be truly beneficial, it must penetrate deep into the heart of the student. Therefore, a skilled teacher often employs repetition, known …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok – 22 Continuing to explain the nature of the soul, Shree Krishna reiterates the concept of rebirth, comparing it to an everyday activity. When garments become torn and useless, we discard them in favor of new ones, but in doing so we do not change ourselves. In the same manner, …
