Verse 1.25 : Arjuna Vishada Yoga "The Grief of Arjuna"
Verse 25 of 47
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The Translation
“In the presence of Bhishma, Drona, and all the rulers of the earth, Krishna said: Behold, O Partha (Arjuna), these Kurus assembled here.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna places the chariot directly in front of Bhishma and Dronacharya, the two most respected figures in Arjuna's life. He then utters a simple but powerful command: "Behold, O Partha, these Kurus assembled here." Krishna does not point to Duryodhana or the evil-doers; he directs Arjuna's gaze to the collective family (Kurun).
Practical Application
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Face the reality of a difficult situation directly today, without hiding behind denial or wishful thinking.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- Why do you think Krishna chose to point out 'the Kurus' (relatives) instead of 'the enemies' to Arjuna?
- When faced with difficult choices, do you avoid looking at the core attachments that make the decision painful? What happens when you face them directly?
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1.25
भीष्मद्रोणप्रमुखतः सर्वेषां च महीक्षिताम्
Krishna's brief statement is highly purposeful. By using the word 'Kurun,' he makes Arjuna realize that he is about to fight his own family, thereby initiating the delusion (moha) that is necessary for the teaching of the Gita to occur.