Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 15.27

“Whatever you do, eat, offer, give, or practice in austerity, O Kaunteya, do it as an offering to Me.”
Key Teaching: Offer all actions, food, and austerities to Krishna.
Theme: Guidance, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga.
Description:
Krishna instructs Arjuna to offer all actions, food, offerings, gifts, and austerities to Him. This verse, continuing 15.26, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9, 13.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna prescribes offering, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he points to liberation, Bhakti Yoga, as he emphasizes devotion, and Karma Yoga, as he includes actions, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s actions (1.28–46) align with this offering, contrasting Duryodhana’s selfishness (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (9.27) and Karma Yoga (2.47), emphasizing selfless offering. Krishna builds on devotion (15.26), linking it to action.

Philosophically, the verse integrates action and devotion, a theme refined with teachings on Bhakti (9.27). Arjuna’s path is clarified by dedicating all to Krishna. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine offering.

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s dedication, where offerings liberate. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to act with devotion, aligning with liberation.