ब्रह्मणो हि प्रतिष्ठाऽहममृतस्याव्ययस्य च।शाश्वतस्य च धर्मस्य सुखस्यैकान्तिकस्य च
Krishna declares himself to be the foundation of the imperishable Brahma, immortality, eternal virtue, and unending bliss. He asserts that all these divine qualities rest upon him, indicating his supreme position as their ultimate support.
You may notice a mood without letting it dictate every action. When praise or criticism arrives, pause and return to the values you want to guide your response.
What value should remain steady through this change of mood?
Write a private reflectionGo deeper into this verse
In Chapter 14, Verse 27, who is speaking in the verse that mentions 'the ground of the imperishable Brahma' and to whom is it addressed?
Krishna is the speaker in this verse, and he addresses Arjuna. He reveals his true nature as the ultimate support of Brahma and all that is eternal, guiding Arjuna towards a deeper understanding of the divine reality.
In Chapter 14, Verse 27, what does 'eternal virtue' refer to when Krishna mentions 'shashvatasya dharmasya'?
'Eternal virtue' refers to the everlasting and unchanging principles of righteousness and moral order that sustain the universe. When Krishna mentions this, he is emphasizing that these timeless values have their ultimate foundation in him, making him the source of all true dharma.
What is the significance of Krishna calling himself the shelter of 'unending immutable bliss' in this teaching on Brahma?
By calling himself the shelter of 'unending immutable bliss,' Krishna highlights that true happiness and peace are found only in connection with the divine. This bliss is not temporary or subject to change but is constant and eternal, and it is accessible by seeking refuge in Krishna.
How can understanding Krishna as the foundation of immortality and bliss influence a person's approach to life and spiritual practice?
Understanding Krishna as the foundation of immortality and bliss encourages a person to look beyond worldly achievements for lasting fulfillment. It inspires trust in the divine as the source of true happiness, guiding one to practice devotion, cultivate virtue, and seek inner peace through a relationship with Krishna rather than transient pleasures.
For I am the abode of the Eternal, and of the indestructible nectar of immortality, of immemorial righteousness, and of unending bliss.