Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 13.15

“Shining by the functions of all senses, yet without senses; unattached, yet supporting all; devoid of gunas, yet their enjoyer.”
Key Teaching: Brahman transcends senses and gunas while supporting all.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga.
Description:
Krishna describes Brahman as shining through all senses yet without senses, unattached yet supporting all, devoid of gunas yet their enjoyer. This verse, continuing 13.14, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9). The themes of guidance, as Krishna details Brahman, Jnana Yoga, as he emphasizes knowledge, and Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he points to liberation, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s reverence (11.9–46) aligns with Brahman’s transcendence, contrasting Duryodhana’s materialism (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Jnana Yoga (14.19), emphasizing transcendence, and builds on Brahman’s pervasiveness (13.14). Krishna deepens Brahman’s nature.

Philosophically, the verse highlights Brahman’s transcendence, a theme refined with teachings on the self (2.20). Arjuna’s path is clarified by understanding Brahman’s nature. The Gita’s focus on Moksha Sannyasa Yoga underscores liberation beyond gunas. The verse connects to teachings on transcendence (14.19).

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s transcendence, where Brahman supports all. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to transcend gunas, aligning with moksha. The description resonates with Arjuna’s spiritual quest.