Topic

Clarity

5 verses from the Bhagavad Gita on clarity. Explore teachings across 3 chapters.

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Dhumenavriyate vahnir yathadarso malena ca, yatholbenavrto garbhas tatha tenedam avritam

As fire is covered by smoke, as a mirror by dust, and as an embryo is covered by the womb, similarly one's knowledge is covered by this lust.

  • Lust obscures true knowledge
  • Different degrees of covering
  • Clearing the mind of desire
Arjuna uvaca: Nashto mohah smritir labdha tvat-prasadan mayacyuta, sthito 'smi gata-sandehah karishye vacanam tava

Arjuna said: O infallible Krishna, my illusion is dispelled, and by Your grace I have regained memory. I am now firm and free from doubt, and am prepared to act according to Your instructions.

  • Divine grace removes confusion
  • Clarity leads to firm resolve
  • Ready to fulfill one's duty
Arjuna uvaca: Nashto mohah smritir labdha tvat-prasadan mayacyuta, sthito 'smi gata-sandehah karishye vacanam tava

Arjuna said: O infallible Krishna, my illusion is dispelled, and by Your grace I have regained memory. I am now firm and free from doubt, and am prepared to act according to Your instructions.

  • Divine grace removes confusion
  • Clarity leads to firm resolve
  • Ready to fulfill one's duty