Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 16.16

“Bewildered by many thoughts, entangled in delusion’s net, attached to sense gratification, they fall into a foul hell.”
Key Teaching: Demonic delusion leads to hell through sense attachment.
Theme: Guidance, Jnana Yoga, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga.
Description:
Krishna states that demonic beings, bewildered by thoughts, entangled in delusion, and attached to sense gratification, fall into a foul hell. This verse, continuing 16.15, addresses Arjuna’s quest (2.9, 13.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna warns of consequences, Jnana Yoga, as he emphasizes delusion, and Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he highlights bondage, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Duryodhana’s delusion (1.3–11) leads to downfall, contrasting Arjuna’s clarity (1.28–46). The teaching aligns with Jnana Yoga (13.9), exposing delusion’s outcome, and builds on demonic pride (16.15). Krishna warns of their spiritual fall.

Philosophically, the verse links delusion to suffering, a theme refined with teachings on detachment (2.71). Arjuna’s path is clarified by avoiding sense attachment. The Gita’s focus on Moksha Sannyasa Yoga warns against hellish consequences. The verse connects to teachings on suffering (2.14).

Sanjaya’s narration ensures objective clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s delusion, where attachment leads to suffering. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to seek clarity, aligning with moksha. The warning resonates with Arjuna’s spiritual aim.