Srimad Bhagavad Gita Shloka 18.78

“Wherever there is Krishna, the Lord of Yoga, and Arjuna, the archer, there is prosperity, victory, happiness, and firm policy, so I believe.”
Key Teaching: Krishna and Arjuna together ensure victory and prosperity.
Theme: Guidance, Dharma, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, Bhakti Yoga.
Description:
Sanjaya concludes that wherever Krishna, the Lord of Yoga, and Arjuna, the archer, are together, there is prosperity, victory, happiness, and firm policy. This verse, continuing 18.77, reflects on Arjuna’s inquiry (2.9, 13.1, 18.1). The themes of guidance, as Sanjaya summarizes the Gita, dharma, as he supports Arjuna’s role, Moksha Sannyasa Yoga, as he discusses success, and Bhakti Yoga, as he praises Krishna, are central.

In the Mahabharata, Krishna and Arjuna’s alliance (1.28–46) contrasts with Duryodhana’s defeat (1.3–11). This teaching aligns with Bhakti Yoga (9.34) and Karma Yoga (2.31), emphasizing divinehuman partnership. Krishna’s guidance (18.63) ensures victory.

Philosophically, this verse glorifies Krishna and Arjuna’s unity, a theme Krishna refines with teachings on devotion (9.34). Sanjaya’s belief underscores the Gita’s power. The themes of Moksha Sannyasa Yoga and Bhakti Yoga underscore the Gita’s focus on divine success.

Sanjaya’s narration frames his words, emphasizing their triumphant clarity. This verse serves as a metaphor for life’s success, where divine guidance ensures victory. Krishna’s teaching prepares readers to act with divine partnership, aligning with liberation.