Learn-Read-Write Bhagavad Gita – The Friend, The Philosopher and The Divine Guide
Srimad Bhagavad Gita is universally accepted as a great text of philosophy. The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the ‘Gita’, is a 700-verse ancient Indian scripture that holds profound importance in the world of philosophy, spirituality, and literature. Composed as a part of the Indian epic, the Mahabharata, the Gita is a conversation that takes place in the war-field of Kurukshetra, between the Pandava Prince ‘Arjuna’ and ‘Lord Sri Krishna’, who serves as his friend, relative, the charioteer and the divine guide. Gita was originally written in classic or Vedic Sanskrit, and till date, it has been translated into approximately 175 languages.
PurePrayer takes you on a Journey of Spirituality to uncover the importance, the special insights and usefulness of the sacred Bhagavadgeeta.
Bhagavadgeeta & Its Beginnings
Gita is in a particular rhyming meter called Anushtup Chandas. Anushtup contains 32 syllables in each verse. Arjuna had lot of Questions to Supreme God and he got all answers from God. Bhagavadgeeta is a part of the great epic, ‘Sriman Mahabharata’, which was known by the name Jaya Iti Vrata. It is one of the three canonical texts which are hailed as Prasthanatraya, the other two being Upanishads and Brahmasutra. It is no doubt based on the eternal message of the Vedas and the Upanishads. Bhagavad Gita throws light on many important aspects which are needed to lead a meaningful life.
At the onset of the Great War of Kurukshetra, Arjuna is dejected and perplexed about how he could combat and take the lives of his relatives, elders and friends. Lord Krishna counsels him that one should always execute his duty irrespective who the opponent may be.
This sacred text addresses fundamental questions of life, duty, morality, and the path to spiritual realization. Its significance and benefits are both profound and timeless. Each Shloka (verse) of the Bhagavad Gita is ‘Anarghya’ (invaluable). It renders lot of messages at the times of stress and strife. To look at the eternal relevance and philosophy of some of the verses of the Bhagavad Gita is worthwhile.
Shlokas from Bhagavadgita
A Shloka in the revered Bhagavadgita (Chapter 2, Verse 47), which reads as,
“Karmanye vadhikaraste Ma Phaleshu Kadachana”
Which translates to –
You are entitled to do your duty and action, but never to the results of your actions
This is a simple, effective and direct message from Lord Sri Krishna to the Mankind. One will find solutions to all life’s problems in Bhagavad Gita. The teaching of Lord Krishna begins in the second chapter, 11th verse.
As Arjuna is aggrieved that he has to cause the death of his relatives, Lord Krishna remarks:
ASOchyAnanvaSOchastvam prajnAvAdAMScha BhAShasE
gatAsUnagatAsUMScha nAnushOchaMti PaMditAH
“You grieve for the ones who need not be grieved at all, and thus speak the words of a dullard. The wise men do not grieve upon the mortally dead, just as one does not grieve upon a person who is alive”.
This is a very important verse in the entire Bhagavad Gita. It is central to note that the very first word of Lord Krishna is full of philosophical import. Arjuna grieves for the impending death of his relatives on the ‘Kaurava’ side. This signifies that whenever we are executing our duties, even our nearest and dearest may be antagonistic to us. However, Lord Krishna says, it is not right on our part to worry that the execution of one’s duty may affect our nearest and dearest. We should always go right ahead and perform our duties, irrespective of the fact whether our friends are affected by it or not. If at all we are worried about it, it is the not the right kind of thinking.
sarvopanishado gavo, dogdha gopala-nandanah
partho vatsah su-dhir bhokta, dugdham gitamritam mahat
“All the Upanishads are like a cow, and the milker of the cow is Lord Shri Krishna, the son of Nanda. Arjuna is the calf, the beautiful nectar of the Gita is the milk, and the fortunate devotees of fine theistic intellect are the drinkers and enjoyers of that milk.”
Importance of Bhagavad Gita
Bhagavad Gita’s primary importance lies in its ability to provide profound insights into the human condition and the nature of existence. It offers guidance on how to navigate the complexities of life and make ethical choices. At its core, the Gita addresses the concept of dharma, the righteous duty or path one must follow in life.
Arjuna’s moral dilemma on the battlefield becomes a metaphor for the inner conflicts and dilemmas that individuals face, making the text universally relevant.
It may be observed in Bhagavad Gita that Lord Krishna does not just sermonize, but gives valid reasons and justifications to all his philosophical sayings. There may be a question as to why the wise ones do not grieve for the death of their loved ones.
Learn-Read-Write Bhagavad Gita – The Friend, The Philosopher and The Divine Guide
Bhagavadgeeta about Atman
Srimad Bhagavadgeeta teaches that the body is temporary and the Atman is permanent. This question is answered philosophically. Atma is eternal and transmigrates. Thus, there is no death to Atma at all. Hence, even when a body perishes, the eternal Atma` is ‘living’ in some other body. Hence, death need not be aggrieved at all. When a person is in a faraway place, we do not grieve about him as if he is dead. Similarly, our philosophical attitude should be such that even though the body of a man is dead, Atma which is eternal is present elsewhere. Hence, there is no need for sadness at all.
This eternal philosophy, which is so relevant today when we face the death of our loved ones, has already been addressed by Lord Krishna in Srimad Bhagavad Gita.
Paths of Spirituality and the Geeta
The Geeta also throws light on different paths to spirituality. The paths of yoga, including Karma Yoga (the yoga of selfless action), Bhakti Yoga (the yoga of devotion), Jnana Yoga (the yoga of knowledge), and Dhyana Yoga (the yoga of meditation). These paths provide a roadmap for individuals seeking spiritual growth and self-realization, regardless of their religious or cultural background.
The Gita also imparts valuable lessons on managing emotions, stress, and the ego. The Geeta teaches the importance of detachment from the fruits of one’s actions, emphasizing that true happiness and peace come from selfless service and devotion to a higher power. It offers practical guidance for leading a balanced and purposeful life. It prompts readers to explore the depths of their own consciousness, facilitating personal growth and self-awareness.
Hence, the Gita is not just a religious scripture, but also a philosophical and psychological guide that can help individuals cope with the challenges and uncertainties of life. Countless individuals have had a tremendous impact by the teachings of Bhagavad Gita. You can find many references throughout history, including those by renowned thinkers, leaders, and philosophers. Swamy Vivekananda was one such philosopher.
Gita Jayanti On 22nd Dec, 2023
Margashira Shukla Ekadashi is revered as Gita Jayanti being celebrated on 22nd Dec, 2023. This is the day, Lord Sri Krishna counselled Arjuna with his famous preaching Bhagavadgeeta. Gita Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the day, when Lord Krishna rendered his philosophical teachings to prince Arjuna before the beginning of 18-day battle of Kurukshetra. As the discourse of Bhagavadgita took place just before the start of the Kurushektra war, this Ekadashi is also popular as Mokshada Ekadashi. Margasheersha Shukla Ekadashi is also revered as the Vaikuntha Eksadashi.
Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna | Udupi Sri Kshetra | Puthige Paryaya 2024-2026
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What is Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna?
The core objective of Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna is the completion of writing all the 700 Shlokas of the sacred book of Bhagavad-Gita, in a minimum of one crore times by the Krishna Bhaktas and submission of the same at Udupi Sri Kshetra during the Puthige Paryaya.
Who can participate in Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna?
Anyone can participate in Koti Gita Lekhana Yajna. All you need to do is write the message of Lord Sri Krishna, in the form of Bhagavadgita in the book provided by the Sri Matha. Upon completion of writing, you are required to visit Udupi Sri Kshetra (or send it by post) and offer the completed works to Lord Krishna. You will receive the book back as the “Sri Krishna Anugraha”. This may be preserved in the Puja Room of your residence and offered Pujas.
Life-Changing Benefits of Bhagavad-Gita
- Helps realize the true potential of Self
- Freedom from fears and sorrow
- Establish an inner peace
- Drives away dark negative forces
- Helps gain Courage, Focus, Inner Strength, Purify the mind
- Control over the mind
- Teaches decision making
- Takes one in the right path of Karma
- Gain knowledge over ignorance
- Guides towards Balanced Life
Sri Puthige Matha in Udupi Sri Kshetra
Sri Puthige Matha is one of the Ashta Mathas of Udupi, founded by Sriman Madhwacharya, the proponent of Dwaitha Philosophy. The origin of the Sri Puthige Matha is located at Puttige Village in Hiriadka of Udupi District. According to the History Sri Sri Upendra Tirtha is the direct disciple of Sri Sri Madhwacharya. Sri Sri Upendra Tirtha is the founder of the mutt.
Sri Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Sreepadaru
Sri Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Sreepadaru is the 31st pontiff in the lineage of Sri Puthige Matha. He would be ascending the Sarvajna Peetha in the upcoming Paryaya of Udupi Sri Krishna Matha for the fourth time. He took the oath of Sannyasa (celibacy) at an age of 12 years in the year 1974.
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