🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that when the intellect (Buddhi) attains a state of universal pervasiveness and self-realization, the nature of action changes. Even though the physical body continues to perform various tasks, these actions do not transform into binding 'Karma'. This is because the egoistic sense of 'I am the doer' has vanished. Like a seed that has been roasted and can no longer sprout, the actions of an enlightened being do not produce the fruits of future bondage.

In daily life, focus on the process of your work rather than the result or your ego. For example, a professional performing their duty as a service to society rather than just for personal gain remains mentally free.

Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the state of a liberated soul who performs actions without attachment or ego.

In this Ovi, Saint Dnyaneshwar interprets Krishna's call to action. The word 'Vokhara' signifies something that is inherently bad or toxic to one's spiritual growth. Krishna addresses Arjuna as 'Dhanurdhara' to remind him of his prowess and duty. He suggests that the grief Arjuna feels is a result of external delusion. By asking him to 'reflect within' (Antara-maji), Krishna points towards the Vedantic truth that the answers to life's greatest dilemmas lie in understanding the eternal nature of the Self, rather than being swayed by transient emotions.

This verse is a practical guide for decision-making. When overwhelmed by emotions like fear or attachment, one should practice 'Antara-vichar' (introspection). For example, if a professional is afraid of taking a necessary risk due to fear of failure, they should look within to find their core strength and discard the 'vokhara' (harmful) doubt.

Lord Krishna addresses Arjuna's state of mental confusion and grief on the battlefield, urging him to look within for clarity.

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that the soul is eternal and beyond the cycle of birth and death. Those who think they are the killers or those who think they are being killed are both ignorant of the truth. The soul neither kills nor is it killed; it is the physical body that perishes while the soul remains untouched and immutable.

In daily life, we often identify ourselves with our physical bodies or temporary roles. This verse teaches us to look beyond physical destruction and understand our inner strength. Example: Even if a business fails, the person's inner potential remains intact to start again.

Lord Krishna explains the immortality of the soul to Arjuna, and Saint Dnyaneshwar elaborates on this in Marathi.