दैवी ह्येषा गुणमयी मम माया दुरत्यया। मामेव ये प्रपद्यन्ते मायामेतां तरन्ति ते
The speaker, Krishna, reveals that the divine energy composed of the three modes—sattva, rajas, and tamas—originates from Him. He explains that this energy is His own, making it both powerful and difficult to transcend. This establishes Krishna as the ultimate controller and source of the material nature that binds all beings.
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What does Krishna call the force that is 'difficult to overcome' and made of the three gunas in this teaching on This?
Krishna refers to this force as 'My māyā'—His divine energy made of the three gunas or modes of material nature. He describes it as extremely hard to surpass, indicating its strong influence over living beings.
What does it mean to 'surrender unto Me' according to this teaching on This, and how does it help one cross māyā?
To surrender unto Krishna means to wholeheartedly seek refuge in Him, placing complete trust and devotion in His guidance. By doing so, a person aligns with the divine, transcending the illusions and entanglements of material nature. This surrender enables one to overcome the binding power of māyā and move towards liberation.
How does Krishna describe the relationship between māyā and those who worship Him exclusively?
Krishna explains that māyā, though extremely difficult to overcome, can be surpassed by those who devote themselves solely to Him. Such exclusive devotion draws divine grace, which helps devotees break free from the grip of material illusions and progress on the spiritual path.
Why is Krishna's māyā described as so hard to overcome, and what practical steps can a seeker take to transcend it?
Krishna's māyā is profoundly difficult to overcome because it is divine and operates under His will, enveloping souls in attachment, desire, and ignorance. To transcend it, one should cultivate sincere devotion, practice regular remembrance of Krishna, and let go of ego-driven actions. Through humility, prayer, and seeking guidance from wise teachers, a seeker can gradually rise above the influence of material nature.
This divine illusion of Mine, caused by the qualities, is hard to pierce; they who come to Me, they cross over this illusion.