Bhagvad Gita - Chapter: 10 Vibhuti Yogah

अहिंसा समता तुष्टिस्तपो दानं यशोऽयश: |
भवन्ति भावा भूतानां मत्त एव पृथग्विधा: ||5||

Nonviolence, equanimity, contentment, austerity, charity, fame, and infamy—these various qualities of beings spring from Me alone.

Ahimsa: Nonviolence.
Tushti: Contentment or satisfaction.
Yasha: Fame or renown.

Nonviolence, austerity, and equanimity are among the virtues Krishna claims as emanating from him. By listing diverse qualities, he bridges the gap between spiritual ideals and human aspirations, making divinity relatable.

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Vibhuti Yogah - The seven great sages and the four ancient Manus, who are endowed with powers like Mine, were born of My mind; from them, all the creatures in the world have descended.

महर्षय: सप्त पूर्वे चत्वारो मनवस्तथा |
मद्भावा मानसा जाता येषां लोक इमा: प्रजा: ||6||

The seven great sages and the four ancient Manus, who are endowed with powers like Mine, were born of My mind; from them, all the creatures in the world have descended.

Manavas: Refers to Manus, the progenitors of humanity.
Sapta: Seven in Sanskrit, denoting the seven sages.
Prajah: The beings or creatures of the world.

Krishna explains the lineage of sages and Manus arising from his cosmic will. This emphasizes the continuity of creation and governance, linking the divine source to the human experience and cultural traditions.

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एतां विभूतिं योगं च मम यो वेत्ति तत्त्वत: |
सोऽविकम्पेन योगेन युज्यते नात्र संशय: ||7||

One who knows truly this glory and power of Mine engages in unfaltering yoga; there is no doubt about this.

Vibhutim: Refers to divine glories or manifestations.
Yoga: Union or spiritual discipline.
Avikampena: Unshakable or unwavering.

By knowing Krishna’s glories and cosmic powers, one can attain unwavering focus in spiritual practice. This shloka reassures Arjuna of the transformative potential of devotion, anchoring him in faith and discipline.

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अहं सर्वस्य प्रभवो मत्त: सर्वं प्रवर्तते |
इति मत्वा भजन्ते मां बुधा भावसमन्विता: ||8||

I am the origin of all creation. Everything proceeds from Me. Knowing this, the wise worship Me with devotion.

Prabhavo: The origin or source of all creation.
Samanvitah: Endowed with or united by devotion.
Bhajan: Act of worship or devotion.

Krishna as the source of all creation encourages Arjuna to adopt a perspective of reverence and humility. This realization invites devotees to recognize divine omnipresence in every aspect of existence.

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Vibhuti Yogah - With their minds fixed on Me, their lives absorbed in Me, enlightening one another and speaking about Me, they are ever content and delighted.

मच्चित्ता मद्गतप्राणा बोधयन्त: परस्परम् |
कथयन्तश्च मां नित्यं तुष्यन्ति च रमन्ति च ||9||

With their minds fixed on Me, their lives absorbed in Me, enlightening one another and speaking about Me, they are ever content and delighted.

Mach-chitta: With the mind fixed on Krishna.
Parasparam: Mutual or reciprocal.
Tushyanti: Rejoice or find satisfaction.

Krishna celebrates the joyful communion of devotees who constantly discuss and meditate on him. This communal aspect of devotion highlights the interconnectedness of spiritual seekers, fostering collective growth and bliss.

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तेषां सततयुक्तानां भजतां प्रीतिपूर्वकम् |
ददामि बुद्धियोगं तं येन मामुपयान्ति ते ||10||

To those who are always steadfast and worship Me with love, I give the yoga of understanding, by which they come to Me.

Buddhi-yogam: The yoga of understanding or intellect.
Upayanti: Approach or attain.
Priti: Love or affection.

Krishna promises to grant higher understanding to those devoted to him with love. This assurance signifies the reciprocal relationship between divinity and devotion, emphasizing Krishna’s role as both teacher and benefactor.

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तेषामेवानुकम्पार्थमहमज्ञानजं तम: |
नाशयाम्यात्मभावस्थो ज्ञानदीपेन भास्वता ||11||

Out of compassion for them, I, dwelling in their hearts, destroy the darkness born of ignorance by the shining lamp of knowledge.

Ajnana: Ignorance or lack of knowledge.
Tamasa: Darkness or ignorance.
Dipena: Lamp or light.

Out of compassion, Krishna dispels the ignorance of his devotees, enlightening them with knowledge. This reflects his role as a liberator and guide, illustrating the transformative power of divine intervention in spiritual journeys.

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