LET’S CLEAR THE MISCONCEPTION ABOUT THE BHAGAVAD GITA…

The Bhagavad Gita is a philosophical and spiritual song or collection of verses that was told by Lord Krishna to Arjuna. It is a scripture where Krishna imparts wisdom about life, duty, and the path to liberation. The Bhagavad Gita was spoken around 5000 years ago. Lord Krishna narrated it to Arjun on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. When we try to understand the ‘Vedic Shastra’, then the Vedic Shastra is categorized into ‘Shruti’ and ‘Smriti’. Shruti means to listen to the actual speech of God. And Smriti means to understand the Knowledge given by God through the stories and explanations from the Guru. When we see the Bhagavad Gita, it comes under both categories.

The verses in the Bhagavad Gita and their respective spokesperson:

574- Krishna

84- Arjun

41- Sanjay

1- Dhritarashtra

Let’s clear some confusion about the Bhagavad Gita:

Is the Bhagavad Gita a mythological text?

Of course, ‘NOT’ the Bhagavad Gita is not a mythological text. Bhagavad Gita is narrated or spoken by Lord Krishna to Arjun on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. The Bhagavad Gita itself focuses on ethical teaching. There is evidence suggesting a historical basis for the Kurukshetra war described in the Mahabharata. Archaeological findings, including iron arrowheads and spearheads dated, have been discovered in Kurukshetra, aligning with the estimated timeframe of the war. Hence, the Bhagavad Gita is not a mythological text.

Is the Bhagavad Gita a symbolic text?

“NO” The Bhagavad Gita is not a symbolic text, but it is a guide to practical life. The Bhagavad Gita presents a conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjun on a battlefield, addressing real-life dilemmas and struggles. The Bhagavad Gita highlights concepts like karma, dharma, and yoga. These are not imaginary ideas, but they are actionable principles.

Is the Bhagavad Gita meant for Hindus or Indians only?

“NO” The Bhagavad Gita is not addressed only to a particular religion or community. It is addressed to the soul. The soul is the basis of every person. Knowledge and teaching of the Bhagavad Gita are not bound to a particular religion, but it is for all humans.

Is the Bhagavad Gita meant for renunciants and monks only?

“NO” No, the Bhagavad Gita is not meant solely for renunciants and monks; its teachings apply to all individuals, regardless of their life circumstances.

Lord Krishna did not choose a monk or a renunciant to teach the lessons of the Bhagavad Gita. Krishna chooses Arjun, who represents the normal person like us. This signifies that the Bhagavad Gita is for all people.