ज्ञानं तेऽहं सविज्ञानमिदं वक्ष्याम्यशेषतः। यज्ज्ञात्वा नेह भूयोऽन्यज्ज्ञातव्यमवशिष्यते
Krishna promises to unfold the wisdom of God in His absolute formless aspect, along with the knowledge of the qualified aspect of God, both with form and without form.
The chapter invites a wider view of life than what is immediately visible. In a busy day, notice the natural resources, relationships, and conditions that make your work possible.
Go deeper into this verse
In Chapter 7, Verse 2, how does Krishna describe the completeness of the knowledge he is offering?
Krishna describes the knowledge he is offering as comprehensive and complete. He states that once Arjuna knows this wisdom, there will be nothing else left to know in the world.
Why does Krishna say that nothing remains to be known after understanding this wisdom?
Krishna suggests that understanding this wisdom provides the ultimate knowledge of both the formless and the qualified aspects of God. This understanding encompasses all other forms of knowledge, leaving nothing else necessary to be known for spiritual realization.
In Chapter 7, Verse 2, who is speaking to whom in this teaching on Wisdom, and what is the main topic of their discussion?
Krishna is speaking to Arjuna. The main topic of their discussion is the comprehensive wisdom of God that Krishna intends to impart, which includes the knowledge of both formless and qualified aspects of the divine.
How can one apply the knowledge of God’s formless and qualified aspects in daily life?
By understanding the formless aspect of God, one can cultivate a sense of detachment and universal love, while appreciating the qualified aspect can help in developing devotion and personal connection to the divine. Practically, this can be applied by balancing meditation and devotion in daily practices, fostering both inner peace and personal growth.
I will declare to thee this knowledge and wisdom in its completeness, which, having known, there is nothing more here needeth to be known.
What do “thy” and “thou” mean?
“Thy” means “your”; “thou” and “thee” mean “you”; “thine” means “yours.” This historical translation is preserved as published.