12th May 2024
- The 6th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita is the culmination of the teachings on the meaning of the word 'Tvam' (You) from one of the great statements (Mahavakya - Tat Tvam Asi) of the Upanishads.
- The first six chapters focused on the predicament of the soul (jeeva) regarding the ultimate goal of life and the ways to prepare for it. Lord Krishna highlighted the path of Karma Yoga which culminates in the renunciation of all selfish actions with a pure mind.
- A meditator is a renunciate who also engages in selfless actions. This is the unique approach of the Bhagavad Gita. He is active but calm and collected in all situations.
- Upon reaching this point, the seeker should be directed towards the practice of meditation, which can help one discover the divinity that is peaceful and eternal.
- Meditation is not an action; it is the state of being one with one's Self. The alert and awakened mind, with no sign of lethargy or tiredness, will be able to stay steadily in union with the Self through the techniques presented in this chapter.
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