Sacred Scripture

Bhagavad Gita
श्रीमद् भगवद्गीता

The timeless dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Discover the profound wisdom that has guided seekers for millennia.

18
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Each chapter reveals profound teachings on dharma, karma, devotion, and the path to liberation.

1
47 verses

Arjuna's Dilemma

अर्जुनविषादयोग
Crisis of Duty and Dharma

The first chapter sets the stage for the entire Bhagavad Gita. On the battlefield of Kurukshetra, seeing his relatives, teachers, and friends on both sides of the war, Arjuna is overcome with compassion and moral confusion. This emotional and ethical crisis creates the perfect opportunity for Krishna to share the profound spiritual wisdom.

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2
72 verses

The Eternal Soul

सांख्ययोग
Knowledge of the Eternal Self and Karma Yoga

Krishna begins His profound teachings by explaining the eternal nature of the soul and introducing Karma Yoga. This chapter contains the most fundamental verses of Hindu philosophy and establishes the bedrock principles that support all subsequent teachings.

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3
43 verses

The Path of Action

कर्मयोग
Selfless Service and Sacred Duty

Building upon Chapter 2's foundation, Krishna elaborates on Karma Yoga - the path of selfless action. He explains why action is necessary, introduces the concept of Yajna (sacrifice), and emphasizes social responsibility and leadership by example.

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4
42 verses

Divine Knowledge

ज्ञानकर्मसंन्यासयोग
Knowledge and Action Combined

Krishna reveals His divine nature and the relationship between knowledge and action. He explains the concept of divine incarnation and how knowledge destroys ignorance.

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5
29 verses

Renunciation of Action

कर्मसंन्यासयोग
True Renunciation and Inner Peace

Krishna clarifies the relationship between renunciation and action, showing that both paths lead to the same goal when practiced with proper understanding.

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6
47 verses

Meditation and Self-Control

ध्यानयोग
The Practice of Meditation

Krishna provides detailed instructions on meditation, self-control, and the characteristics of a true yogi. This chapter is the complete guide to dhyana yoga.

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7
30 verses

Knowledge and Experience

ज्ञानविज्ञानयोग
Divine Manifestations and Devotion

Krishna explains His divine nature, the two aspects of His energy, and how He can be known through devotion and proper understanding.

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8
28 verses

The Imperishable Absolute

अक्षरब्रह्मयोग
The Ultimate Reality and Death

Krishna explains the nature of Brahman, the process of departure from the body at death, and the importance of remembering the Divine at the final moment.

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9
34 verses

Royal Knowledge

राजविद्याराजगुह्ययोग
Supreme Devotion and Divine Grace

Krishna shares the most confidential knowledge about devotion, His all-pervading nature, and the simplicity of pure devotional service.

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10
42 verses

Divine Manifestations

विभूतियोग
God's Opulences in Creation

Krishna describes His various manifestations and divine opulences throughout creation, helping devotees recognize the Divine presence everywhere.

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11
55 verses

The Universal Form

विश्वरूपदर्शनयोग
Cosmic Vision of the Divine

Arjuna witnesses Krishna's awe-inspiring universal form, revealing His cosmic nature as the destroyer and creator of all worlds.

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12
20 verses

Devotion and the Ultimate Goal

भक्तियोग
The Path of Pure Devotion

Krishna explains the superiority of devotion over other spiritual practices and describes the divine qualities of His devotees.

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13
35 verses

Nature, Enjoyer, and Consciousness

क्षेत्रक्षेत्रज्ञविभागयोग
Field and Knower of the Field

Krishna explains the distinction between the body (field), the soul (knower), and the ultimate consciousness that pervades all.

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14
27 verses

The Three Modes of Nature

गुणत्रयविभागयोग
Transcending the Three Gunas

Krishna explains the three modes of material nature (sattva, rajas, tamas) and how to transcend them to achieve liberation.

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15
20 verses

The Supreme Person

पुरुषोत्तमयोग
The Ultimate Reality

Krishna describes the cosmic tree of material existence, explains the perishable and imperishable aspects of creation, and reveals Himself as the Supreme Person.

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16
24 verses

Divine and Demoniac Natures

दैवासुरसम्पद्विभागयोग
Two Paths of Human Nature

Krishna describes the divine and demoniac qualities in human beings, explaining which lead to liberation and which to bondage.

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17
28 verses

The Divisions of Faith

श्रद्धात्रयविभागयोग
Three Types of Faith

Krishna explains how the three modes of nature affect faith, food, sacrifice, austerity, and charity, and introduces the sacred mantra Om Tat Sat.

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18
78 verses

Liberation through Renunciation

मोक्षसंन्यासयोग
Ultimate Surrender and Liberation

The concluding chapter of Krishna's teachings, emphasizing complete surrender to the Divine. This chapter synthesizes all previous teachings and provides the ultimate path to liberation.

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How to Study the Gita

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