Bhagavad Gita Quotes
The Bhagavad Gita is an ancient Sanskrit text comprising 700 verses of the Mahabharata (Bhishma Parva chapters 23 – 40). The verses, using the range and style of Sanskrit meter (chandas) with similes and metaphors, are very poetic; hence the title, which translates to "the Song of the Divine One", of Bhagavan in the form of Krishna. It is revered as sacred by the majority of Hindu traditions, and especially so by followers of Krishna. In general speech it is commonly referred to as The Gita. The content of the Bhagavad Gita is a conversation between Krishna and Arjuna taking place on the battlefield of Kurukshetra just prior to the start of a climactic war. Responding to Arjuna's confusion and moral dilemma, Krishna explains to Arjuna his duties as a famous warrior and Prince and elaborates on number of different Yogic and Vedantic philosophies, with examples and analogies. This has led to the Gita often being described as a concise guide to Hindu philosophy. During the discourse, Krishna reveals his identity as the Supreme Being Himself (Bhagavan), blessing Arjuna with an awe-inspiring glimpse of His divine absolute form. · Can we improve this biography or this incorrect? Post your own bio in the forums. Explore books and films about Bhagavad Gita.
"Neither in this world nor elsewhere is there any happiness in store for him who always doubts."
Bhagavad Gita on Doubt
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"For one who has been honored, dishonor is worse than death."
Bhagavad Gita on Honor
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"When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a lamp in a windless place."
Bhagavad Gita on Mediation
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"Little by little, through patience and repeated effort, the mind will become stilled in the Self."
Bhagavad Gita on Patience
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"To the illumined man or woman, a clod of dirt, a stone, and gold are the same."
Bhagavad Gita on Possessions
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"Sages speak of the immutable Tree of Life, with its tape root above and its branches below."
Bhagavad Gita on Spirit and Spirituality
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"Action is the product of the qualities inherent in nature."
Bhagavad Gita on Action
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"The body is mortal, but the person dwelling in the body is immortal and immeasurable."
Bhagavad Gita on Body
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"Action should culminate in wisdom."
Bhagavad Gita on Wisdom
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"What is work and what is not work are questions that perplex the wisest of men."
Bhagavad Gita on Work
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"Even as a tortoise draws in its limbs, the wise can draw in their senses at will."
Bhagavad Gita on Choice
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