Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 13.3

“Know Me as the knower of the field in all fields, O Bharata; knowledge of the field and knower is true knowledge.”
Key Teaching: Krishna is the knower in all fields; knowing this is true knowledge.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga.
Description:
Krishna declares Himself the knower of the field in all bodies, stating that understanding the field and knower constitutes true knowledge. This verse, continuing 13.2, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9). The themes of guidance, as Krishna reveals His divine role, Jnana Yoga, as he emphasizes knowledge, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he points to liberation, and Bhakti Yoga, as he implies divine union, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s devotion (1.28–46) aligns with recognizing Krishna, contrasting Duryodhana’s ignorance (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Jnana Yoga (4.34) and Bhakti Yoga (9.34), emphasizing divine knowledge. Krishna builds on the fieldknower (13.2).

Philosophically, the verse identifies Krishna as the universal soul, a theme refined with teachings on His supremacy (7.7). Arjuna’s path is clarified by knowing Krishna as the knower. The Gita’s focus on Moksha Sannyasa Yoga underscores liberation through divine knowledge. The verse connects to teachings on Krishna’s presence (15.15).

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s divinity, where Krishna pervades all. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to recognize the divine knower, aligning with moksha. The revelation resonates with Arjuna’s cosmic vision (11.9–46).