Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 13.10

“Nonattachment, nonidentification with son, wife, or home, constant evenmindedness in desirable and undesirable events.”
Key Teaching: Knowledge includes nonattachment and equanimity.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga.
Description:
Krishna further defines knowledge: nonattachment, nonidentification with family or home, and constant evenmindedness in desirable and undesirable events. This verse, continuing 13.9, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9). The themes of guidance, as Krishna details knowledge, Jnana Yoga, as he emphasizes discernment, and Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he points to liberation, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s equanimity (1.28–46) aligns with this knowledge, contrasting Duryodhana’s attachment (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Jnana Yoga (4.34), emphasizing equanimity, and builds on detachment (13.9). Krishna stresses balanced wisdom.

Philosophically, the verse ties knowledge to equanimity, a theme refined with teachings on balance (6.16). Arjuna’s path is clarified by maintaining evenmindedness. The Gita’s focus on Moksha Sannyasa Yoga underscores liberation through detachment. The verse connects to teachings on equanimity (2.48).

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s balance, where equanimity liberates. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to stay detached, aligning with moksha. The qualities resonate with Arjuna’s need for stability in war.