🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar captures the essence of Krishna's reprimand to Arjuna. Arjuna's mind was clouded by 'Moha' (attachment/delusion) towards his kinsmen. Krishna points out that allowing the mind to be deceived by such temporary emotional weaknesses is entirely unbecoming of a warrior. The word 'Zhakavije' implies that the mind is being tricked by emotions into ignoring the higher truth of duty. It serves as a universal lesson on maintaining mental clarity during moments of moral crisis.

When faced with a difficult decision, one must prioritize objective duty over subjective emotions. For example, a judge must deliver a verdict based on law even if the defendant is an acquaintance.

Lord Krishna addresses Arjuna's hesitation on the battlefield, urging him to discard emotional delusion and focus on his righteous duty.

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj explains that the perspective of a wise person is diametrically opposite to that of the worldly-minded. What the common masses perceive as 'reality'—the pursuit of sensory pleasures and material gains—is seen as a dream or illusion by the sage, who remains indifferent (asleep) to it. Conversely, the spiritual truth and self-knowledge, which the common man ignores (is asleep to), is the very realm where the sage is fully awake and conscious.

In a world obsessed with material gain and social media validation, a wise person focuses on inner peace and character, remaining 'asleep' to superficial trends while staying 'awake' to their inner growth.

Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the paradoxical consciousness of a self-realized soul compared to ordinary people.

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj elaborates on the principle that common people naturally follow the path set by those in positions of power or spiritual authority. Whatever a 'Samartha' (a capable or great person) does, becomes the standard for others. This highlights the immense social responsibility of leaders to act ethically, as their behavior shapes the moral fabric of the entire community. It is a commentary on the Gita's teaching that society mirrors its leaders.

A CEO of a company should follow all rules strictly because employees look up to them. If the leader is punctual and honest, the team will naturally value time and integrity.

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains how the actions of great leaders set a precedent for the rest of society.