Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 15.38

“I am the source of all spiritual and material worlds; everything emanates from Me; the wise, knowing this, are devoted to Me.”
Key Teaching: Krishna is the source of all worlds, inspiring devotion.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga.
Description:
Krishna reiterates that He is the source of all spiritual and material worlds, and the wise, knowing this, are devoted to Him. This verse, continuing 15.37, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9, 13.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna emphasizes His role, 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 knowledge, contrasting Duryodhana’s ignorance (1.3–11). The teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (10.20) and Jnana Yoga (7.4), emphasizing divine source. Krishna builds on His origin (15.37), inspiring devotion.

Philosophically, the verse reinforces Krishna’s cosmic role, a theme refined with teachings on divinity (10.20). Arjuna’s path is clarified by devotedly knowing Krishna. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine devotion.

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s source, where devotion to Krishna liberates. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to worship the source, aligning with liberation.