Verse 10.21 : Vibhuti Vistara Yoga "Divine Splendors"
Verse 21 of 42
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The Translation
“Among the Adityas I am Vishnu; among luminous bodies I am the radiant Sun; among the Maruts I am Marichi; and among the stars I am the Moon.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna begins His specific list of vibhūtis (divine manifestations) by directing Arjuna's attention to the most brilliant, powerful, and nourishing elements of the physical sky and cosmology.
Practical Application
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Identify a role model who represents the peak of excellence in your field today, and write down one quality of theirs you wish to emulate.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- Why does Krishna identify Himself with the Sun and the Moon? How do these two natural forces represent the dual aspects of the Divine—blazing clarity (sun) and cool, soothing comfort (moon)?
- How can looking at the night sky serve as a meditation on the Lord's peaceful majesty?
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10.21
आदित्यानामहं विष्णुर्ज्योतिषां रविरंशुमान्
Vishnu is the chief Aditya. The Sun is the source of all physical light. The Moon is the ruler of stars and the lord of herbs. By meditating on these peak manifestations, the mind naturally transitions to the all-pervading consciousness behind them.