After hearing the divine words of Krishna, preserved for us in the Bhagavadgita, Arjuna’s delusion was destroyed. He regained his clarity and resolve through Krishna’s grace. Arjuna stood firm, free from doubt, and promised to act according to Krishna’s words. Krishna returned their chariot to their position in the Pandava army. The battle was set to commence, with both armies positioned and fully equipped. They were clad in polished armor with their weapons drawn. Arjuna blew his conch shell…

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Chapter 17: The Yoga of the Three Kinds of Faith

Krishna says, “Every being is born with innate faith, which is of three kinds: sattva-goodness, rajas-passion, and tamas-ignorance. The sattvic worship the Gods, the rajasic worship the demons (rakshasas) and the tamasic worship the ghosts/spirits. The food which is dear to each is of three types, as also ceremonies, austerity and almsgiving. Foods which increase life span, health, strength, happiness and…

Chapter 18: The Yoga of Liberation by Renunciation

Krishna says, “The learned ones say that sannyasa is giving up actions motivated by desire. The wise ones say that giving up the fruits of your actions is tyaga. Some say all actions should be abandoned. Others say ceremonies, charity and austerity should never be abandoned. These activities should be performed without…

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Chapter 15: The Yoga of the Supreme Spirit

Krishna unveils the cosmic vision of existence through the metaphor of the eternal Ashvattha tree, the tree of samsara, showing the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. He describes this upside-down tree, with its roots above and branches below, representing the material world, ever-changing and impermanent…

Chapter 16: The Yoga of the Divine and the Demoniacal

There are two fundamental forces at play within every individual: divine and demoniacal. Here, Krishna provides a clear roadmap to discern the qualities that lead to liberation and those that result in bondage. Divine nature exhibits virtues that illuminate the path toward spiritual progress and ultimate freedom. In contrast, demoniacal nature is marked by traits that entangle souls in ignorance and suffering…

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Chapter 13: The Field & the Knower of the Field 

Krishna says, “The field is much more than your physical body. It includes the great elements*, egoism, intellect and unmanifested nature, your ten senses*, your mind and the five objects of the senses*. Also desire, hatred, pleasure, pain, your body, fortitude and intelligence. Knowledge includes humility, freedom from hypocrisy, non-violence, forgiveness, uprightness…”

Chapter 14: The Three Gunas

Krishna expounds the profound science of the three qualities which constitute the fabric of all living beings and nature. Sattva is luminous, pure and tranquil. It fosters wisdom, happiness and harmony... By contrast, rajas is restless and insatiable, propelling individuals into action, ambition and unending desire… The third guna is tamas, born of ignorance and darkness. It clouds discernment, giving rise to inertia, laziness and…

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Chapter 11: Vishwarupa Sandarshana Yoga  

The Yoga of the Vision of the Divine Form 

Arjuna says, “Out of compassion towards me, You have cleared my delusion… I wish to see Your Divine Form. If You think it is possible for me to see It, then, show me Your Imperishable Universal Self.” Krishna says, “With these eyes of yours, you cannot see Me. I give you divine eyes; behold, now, My sovereign yoga-power.” Arjuna then saw the whole universe resting in the one. Arjuna bowed down his head and spoke with joined palms… 

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Chapter 9: Raja Vidya Yoga (The Yoga of Kingly Science)

Here, Krishna reveals the supreme knowledge and the ultimate mystery of devotion.  He gives the insights of Bhakti Yoga, the path of devotion. He displays His supreme glories, which evoke awe and devotion.  He makes it clear that this path is not only simple, but also the most enjoyable, a direct way to attain Divine union…

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Chapter 7: Vijñana Yoga — The Yoga of Realization

Krishna delves into the profound knowledge and understanding of the Divine. He imparts wisdom that surpasses people’s normal awareness, going into the realization of the ultimate truth. The essence of Divine knowledge is not just intellectual knowing, he explains. It is a deeper, experiential knowing of Divine presence, through which you can attain…

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Arjuna asks, “O Krishna, you praise renunciation-of-actions and also performance-of-actions. Tell me conclusively which is the better of the two.” Krishna says: “Renunciation-of-action and performance-of-action both lead to the highest bliss. But of the two, performance-of-action is superior to renunciation-of-action. He who neither hates nor desires should be known as of eternal renunciation. He who is not subject to the pairs of opposites is easily set free from bondage. The wise don’t say that…

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