किरीटिनं गदिनं चक्रिणं च तेजोराशिं सर्वतोदीप्तिमन्तम्। पश्यामि त्वां दुर्निरीक्ष्यं समन्ता द्दीप्तानलार्कद्युतिमप्रमेयम्
Arjuna sees Krishna adorned with diadems, clubs, and discuses in this vision.
The vision of time confronts human limits. You can acknowledge uncertainty and still choose a responsible next action; this passage should not be used to excuse harming someone.
What responsibility remains mine even when the outcome is uncertain?
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In Chapter 11, Verse 17, how is Krishna's form described in terms of brilliance?
Krishna's form is described as a mass of splendour, flaming all around, with the brilliance of a blazing fire and the sun, making it hard to gaze at and immeasurable on all sides.
Why is Arjuna finding it difficult to gaze at Krishna in this form?
Arjuna finds it difficult to gaze at Krishna in this form because of His immense brilliance and splendour, which are like a blazing fire and the sun, making it overwhelming and hard to comprehend.
What does the presence of diadems, clubs, and discuses signify in Krishna's universal form?
The presence of diadems, clubs, and discuses in Krishna's universal form signifies His supreme power, royalty, and readiness to protect and uphold dharma. These symbols represent His divine authority and capabilities.
How can one comprehend the 'immeasurable' aspect of Krishna as described by Arjuna?
To comprehend the 'immeasurable' aspect of Krishna, one must recognize that divine knowledge and vision transcend ordinary perception. This requires surrender, openness to spiritual wisdom, and the understanding that the divine encompasses all and is beyond human limitations.
Shining, a mass of splendour everywhere, With discus, mace, tiara, I behold: Blazing as fire, as sun dazzling the gaze, From all sides in the sky, immeasurable.