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 …
Bhagwat Geeta Chapter 2 Shlok-31 “O Parth, fortunate are the warriors to whom such opportunities to safeguard righteousness arise without seeking, unfolding a pathway to celestial realms.” Description “The warrior class has always played a vital role in society, tasked with the responsibility of safeguarding the community. The occupational duties of warriors necessitate courage and …
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 …
