Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita: The Divine Teacher
Understanding Lord Krishna as the Supreme Divine Personality, friend, guide, and teacher in the Gita.
Definition & Meaning
Lord Krishna is the Supreme Divine Being (Bhagavan) who speaks the eternal wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita.
Meaning in the Bhagavad Gita
Throughout the Gita, Krishna reveals Himself as the source of creation, the inner Self in all hearts, and the ultimate refuge.
Important Verses on krishna
Whenever there is a decline of righteousness and an increase of unrighteousness, O Arjuna, then I manifest Myself.
There is nothing higher than Me, O Arjuna. All this is strung on Me, like clusters of gems on a string.
I am the Self, O Gudakesa, seated in the hearts of all beings; I am the beginning, the middle, and the end of all beings.
If the splendour of a thousand suns were to blaze out simultaneously in the sky, that would be the splendour of that mighty being.
Practical Application in Daily Life
Approach Krishna not only as God, but as your inner friend, mentor, and guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What role does Krishna play in the Mahabharata war?
Krishna acts as Arjuna's charioteer (Parthasarathy) and spiritual guru.
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