Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 15.28

“Thus, you will be freed from the bonds of actions, good or evil; with the mind disciplined in renunciation’s yoga, you will come to Me.”
Key Teaching: Offering actions frees from bondage, leading to Krishna.
Theme: Guidance, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga.
Description:
Krishna promises that offering actions frees one from good or evil karmic bonds, and with a mind disciplined in renunciation, one reaches Him. This verse, continuing 15.27, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9, 13.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna assures liberation, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he emphasizes renunciation, Bhakti Yoga, as he stresses devotion, and Karma Yoga, as he addresses action, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s duty (1.28–46) aligns with this freedom, contrasting Duryodhana’s bondage (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (9.27) and Karma Yoga (2.47), emphasizing liberation through offering. Krishna builds on devotion (15.27), linking it to freedom.

Philosophically, the verse highlights liberation through renunciation, a theme refined with teachings on Bhakti (9.27). Arjuna’s path is clarified by offering actions to Krishna. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine liberation.

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s freedom, where renunciation liberates. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to offer actions, aligning with liberation.