Verse 10.7 : Vibhuti Vistara Yoga "Divine Splendors"
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The Translation
“One who knows in truth this divine glory and yogic power of Mine becomes united with Me in unwavering yoga. Of this there is no doubt.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna explains the practical result of contemplating His divine splendors (vibhūti). It is not an academic exercise, but a method to achieve deep meditative absorption.
Practical Application
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Look at three random objects around you today (a plant, a chair, a computer) and consciously appreciate the intelligence and energy that brought them into being.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- Why does seeing the Divine in all beauty and power lead to 'unwavering' (*avikampa*) focus? How does this stop the mind from chasing material temptations?
- What is the difference between knowing about God's glories theoretically versus knowing them 'in truth' (*tattvataḥ*) in your own life?
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10.7
एतां विभूतिं योगं च मम यो वेत्ति तत्त्वतः
'Vibhūti' is the Lord's expansion or manifestations. 'Yoga' is His power of omniscience. Knowing this in truth means realizing that everything is a manifestation of the single Self. This realization establishes the yogi in unwavering samadhi.