Sanskrit Verse
Hato va prapsyasi svargam jitva va bhokshyase mahim tasmad uttishtha kaunteya yuddhaya krita-nishchayah
Translation & Meaning
Either you will be killed on the battlefield and attain the heavenly planets, or you will conquer and enjoy the earthly kingdom. Therefore, get up with determination and fight. Krishna presents Arjuna with a win-win scenario — both outcomes of righteous battle lead to benefit. There is no reason for hesitation.
Key Teachings
- •Righteous action leads to good outcomes regardless of result
- •Victory and death in battle both yield spiritual gain for the warrior
- •Decision and commitment are prerequisites for righteous action
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