All the sages, the divine sage Narada, Asita, Devala, and Vyasa, have declared this about You, and now You Yourself are telling me.
Arjuna acknowledges the affirmation of Krishna’s divinity by revered sages. This acknowledgment highlights the continuity of divine truths as echoed by spiritual authorities, reinforcing Arjuna’s trust in Krishna’s teachings.
O Krishna, I fully accept as truth all that You have said to me. Neither gods nor demons, O Lord, know Your manifestation.
Arjuna expresses faith in Krishna’s words, recognizing their truth despite their mystery. This shloka builds on Arjuna’s openness to transcendence, preparing him for the profound revelations to follow.
You alone know Yourself by Yourself, O Supreme Person, the origin of beings, the Lord of beings, God of gods, and Lord of the universe!
Arjuna’s reverence deepens as he acknowledges Krishna’s self-knowledge and universal mastery. This marks a pivotal moment of surrender, reflecting his growing desire to understand and align with Krishna’s cosmic vision.
Please describe to me in detail Your divine powers by which You pervade and exist in all these worlds.
Arjuna’s request for Krishna to detail his divine manifestations shows his yearning for deeper understanding. This marks a critical moment where faith transitions into an eagerness to witness divinity’s vastness and variety.
How should I meditate on You, O Yogin? In what various forms are You to be contemplated by me, O Blessed Lord?
Arjuna’s inquiry about how to meditate on Krishna reflects his practical curiosity. This question bridges the philosophical teachings with the devotional practices, making spiritual contemplation accessible and meaningful.
Tell me again in detail, O Janardana, of Your mighty glories and manifestations, for I am never satiated in hearing Your nectar-like words.
Arjuna’s insatiable desire to hear more about Krishna’s glory reveals the intoxicating allure of divine wisdom. This shloka captures the essence of spiritual thirst, a key theme that Krishna will address with expanded revelations.
The Blessed Lord said: Very well, I shall tell you of My divine glories, but only the principal ones, O best of the Kurus, for there is no end to their detail.
Krishna prepares to reveal the principal aspects of his cosmic powers, emphasizing their infinite nature. This sets the stage for a profound exploration of divinity, where highlights of his omnipresence are shared with Arjuna.