Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-44 Entangled in their strong attachments to worldly pleasures and their intellects obscured by such distractions, individuals find themselves lacking the steadfast determination required for success on the path to God. Description Individuals whose minds are fixated on sensual pleasures tend to focus on bhog (gratification) and aiśhwarya (luxury). Their intellects …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-41 O descendant of the Kurus, those on this path possess steadfast intellect and unwavering focus, with a singular aim. Conversely, those who lack resolution have a scattered intellect, branching out in multiple directions. Description The formidable risk we confront is the potential exclusion from the human form in the next …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-40 Engage in the battle for the sake of duty, equitably embracing both joy and sorrow, deprivation and abundance, triumph and defeat. By dutifully fulfilling your responsibilities in this manner, you shall remain untainted by sin. Description The profound peril that confronts us is the possibility of not attaining the human …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-38 Engage in the battle for the sake of duty, equitably embracing both joy and sorrow, deprivation and abundance, triumph and defeat. By dutifully fulfilling your responsibilities in this manner, you shall remain untainted by sin. Description The term Sānkhya originates from the roots Sāṅ, signifying “complete,” and khyā, denoting “to …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-38 Engage in the battle for the sake of duty, equitably embracing both joy and sorrow, deprivation and abundance, triumph and defeat. By dutifully fulfilling your responsibilities in this manner, you shall remain untainted by sin. Description Having inspired Arjun on the superficial level, Shree Krishna delves deeper into the intricacies …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-35 The esteemed commanders, who currently hold you in high regard, will perceive your withdrawal from the battlefield as an act born out of fear. Consequently, they will lose their respect for you. Description Arjun, renowned as a formidable warrior and a worthy adversary even for the most valiant of the …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-35 If, on the other hand, you choose not to engage in this just conflict, forsaking your societal obligation and standing, it is inevitable that you will bear the consequences of wrongdoing. Description If Arjun were to opt for retreat from the battlefield, not only would his standing diminish among the …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-37 Should you choose to engage in battle, you may find yourself either meeting your demise on the battlefield and ascending to the celestial realms, or achieving victory and relishing the earthly kingdom. Therefore, muster your resolve, O son of Kunti, and brace yourself for the impending conflict. Description Continuing from …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-34 Being branded a coward and deserter by others,For a person of respect, infamy outweighs death’s bothers. Description For those of noble standing, social prestige holds paramount significance. The inherent guṇas, or modes of nature, in warriors accentuate the importance of respect and honor in their lives. To them, dishonor is …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-33 “O Parth, fortunate are the warriors to whom such opportunities to safeguard righteousness arise without seeking, unfolding a pathway to celestial realms.” Description If a warrior opts for non-violence on the battlefield, It would be a dereliction, a duty left unsealed. Shree Krishna asserts, duty must not be shunned, Abandoning …
