Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 15.22

“The Supreme Lord, dwelling in all beings as the Self, can be realized by those who seek Me with unwavering devotion.”
Key Teaching: Unwavering devotion reveals Krishna as the Self in all.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga.
Description:
Krishna explains that the Supreme Lord, dwelling as the Self in all beings, is realized through unwavering devotion. This verse, continuing 15.21, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9, 13.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna emphasizes devotion, Jnana Yoga, as he highlights wisdom, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he points to liberation, and Bhakti Yoga, as he stresses devotion, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s devotion (1.28–46) aligns with this realization, contrasting Duryodhana’s ignorance (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (9.34) and Jnana Yoga (13.12), emphasizing divine realization. Krishna builds on His universal role (15.21), stressing devotion.

Philosophically, the verse highlights devotion’s power, a theme refined with teachings on Bhakti (9.34). Arjuna’s path is clarified by steadfast devotion to Krishna. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine realization.

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s realization, where devotion reveals the Self. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to seek the divine within, aligning with liberation.