“He who, with supreme devotion to Me, teaches this supreme secret to My devotees, will come to Me, without doubt.”
Key Teaching: Teaching the Gita with devotion ensures liberation.
Theme: Guidance, Dharma, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga.
Description:
Krishna promises that one who teaches the Gita’s supreme secret to His devotees with supreme devotion will undoubtedly reach Him. This verse, continuing 18.67, addresses Arjuna’s inquiry (2.9, 13.1, 18.1). The themes of guidance, as Krishna encourages teaching, dharma, as he supports Arjuna’s role, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he discusses liberation, and Bhakti Yoga, as he emphasizes devotion, are central.
In the Mahabharata, Arjuna’s devotion (1.28–46) aligns with this act, contrasting Duryodhana’s selfishness (1.3–11). This teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (9.34) and Karma Yoga (2.47), rewarding selfless teaching. Krishna builds on teachings about sharing wisdom (18.67), promising liberation.
Philosophically, this verse elevates teaching as devotion, a theme Krishna refines with teachings on Bhakti (9.34). Arjuna’s path is clarified by sharing wisdom devotedly. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine service.
Sanjaya’s narration frames Krishna’s words objectively, emphasizing their rewarding clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s service, where teaching liberates. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to perform duties with divine sharing, aligning with liberation.
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