Bhagavad Gita 10.7 — Knowing the Lord's Glory Leads to Unwavering Yoga
एतां विभूतिं योगं च मम यो वेत्ति तत्त्वतः ।
सोऽविकम्पेन योगेन युज्यते नात्र संशयः ॥ १०.७ ॥
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The Blessed Lord said: One who truly knows this glory and divine power of Mine becomes united with Me through unwavering yoga; there is no doubt about this.
Transliteration (IAST)
Word Separation
The Sanskrit verse is separated into individual words (Padched) for easier study.
Word Meanings
| Line 1 | |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit Word | Meaning |
| etām | this |
| vibhūtim | glory, manifold opulence |
| yogam | divine power, mystic power |
| cha | and |
| mama | My |
| yaḥ | one who |
| vetti | knows |
| tattvataḥ | in truth, in reality |
| Line 2 | |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit Word | Meaning |
| saḥ | he |
| avikampena | unwavering, steady |
| yogena | with yoga, with union |
| yujyate | becomes united |
| na | not |
| atra | in this matter |
| saṁśhayaḥ | doubt |
| Line 1 | Line 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanskrit Word | Meaning | Sanskrit Word | Meaning |
| etām | this | saḥ | he |
| vibhūtim | glory, manifold opulence | avikampena | unwavering, steady |
| yogam | divine power, mystic power | yogena | with yoga, with union |
| cha | and | yujyate | becomes united |
| mama | My | na | not |
| yaḥ | one who | atra | in this matter |
| vetti | knows | saṁśhayaḥ | doubt |
| tattvataḥ | in truth, in reality | ||
Detailed Meaning
Introduction
Here, Lord Krishna explains the reward of understanding His glory and yogic power in truth: such a person becomes united with Him through unwavering yoga, and there is no doubt about it. The verse emphasises that real knowledge is not mere information but a firm, steady connection.
Essence
Knowing in Truth, Not Just in Words
Vibhūti (divine glory and manifestation): the countless ways in which the Lord's power and splendour appear in creation. Yoga (divine power and union): the mysterious capacity by which He is all-pervading while remaining beyond everything, and by which He keeps the universe in order.
Tattvataḥ (in truth, in essence): This single word is the key. Many people hear about God's greatness and agree intellectually. Lord Krishna speaks of knowing it as a living reality that transforms one's whole outlook.
Avikampena Yogena: Unshakable Yoga
The fruit of this knowledge is avikampena yogena, a connection with the Lord that does not tremble. The word kampa means shaking. Most of us live with a mind that is shaken by every passing event: a loss, a criticism or an uncertainty. But when a person sees that every glorious thing in the world springs from the Lord, and that He is the stable foundation under all change, the mind finds an anchor.
Nātra saṁśayaḥ (there is no doubt here): Lord Krishna gives full assurance. Doubt is a great obstacle on the spiritual path, and here the Lord personally removes it for sincere seekers.
Message for Everyday Life (Finding a Steady Mind)
Choose depth over information: We consume enormous amounts of knowledge but often retain little. Reflect on what you learn until it changes the way you live.
Anchor in what does not change: In a world of constant uncertainty, cultivating a quiet daily connection with the Divine, through prayer, remembrance or meditation, gives us a stable centre.
Knowing in Truth, Not Just in Words
Vibhūti (divine glory and manifestation): the countless ways in which the Lord's power and splendour appear in creation. Yoga (divine power and union): the mysterious capacity by which He is all-pervading while remaining beyond everything, and by which He keeps the universe in order.
Tattvataḥ (in truth, in essence): This single word is the key. Many people hear about God's greatness and agree intellectually. Lord Krishna speaks of knowing it as a living reality that transforms one's whole outlook.
Avikampena Yogena: Unshakable Yoga
The fruit of this knowledge is avikampena yogena, a connection with the Lord that does not tremble. The word kampa means shaking. Most of us live with a mind that is shaken by every passing event: a loss, a criticism or an uncertainty. But when a person sees that every glorious thing in the world springs from the Lord, and that He is the stable foundation under all change, the mind finds an anchor.
Nātra saṁśayaḥ (there is no doubt here): Lord Krishna gives full assurance. Doubt is a great obstacle on the spiritual path, and here the Lord personally removes it for sincere seekers.
Message for Everyday Life (Finding a Steady Mind)
Choose depth over information: We consume enormous amounts of knowledge but often retain little. Reflect on what you learn until it changes the way you live.
Anchor in what does not change: In a world of constant uncertainty, cultivating a quiet daily connection with the Divine, through prayer, remembrance or meditation, gives us a stable centre.
Next Topic
Lord Krishna has promised unshakable yoga to one who knows His glory in truth. In the next verse, He describes the inner attitude of such a wise person, who recognises Him as the source of all and worships Him with deep feeling.
Hidden Messages In This Shloka
Reflect on this verse from different perspectives and see which deeper message opens up for you.
Wisdom Nuggets
The calm mind is the one that has found its center.
Real knowledge ends the search for reassurance.
Doubt dissolves where understanding is deep.
To be united with the Divine is to be at home everywhere.
Small steady steps outrun restless leaps.
When we see the grandeur of life, we become humble and still.
Know the truth deeply, and nothing can sweep you away.
Frequently Asked Questions
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