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Chapter 10 • Verse 2
The Yoga of Divine Glories
MEANING & CONTEXT
Krishna reveals His supreme position: even the gods (sura-gaṇāḥ) and great sages (maharṣayaḥ) don't fully know His origin (prabhavam). 'Na me viduḥ'—they don't know My source. This isn't saying they're ignorant—it's showing Krishna's transcendence. 'Aham ādir hi'—I am indeed the beginning. He's the source (ādir) of all gods (devānām) and great sages (maharṣīṇām) 'sarvaśaḥ'—in all respects. This establishes Krishna's supreme position: everything that seems powerful or wise comes from Him. The gods worship Him, the sages seek Him, but they don't fully comprehend His origin because He IS the origin. This sets up the chapter's theme: recognizing that the best in each category—gods, sages, knowledge, power—comes from the Supreme.
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How this ancient wisdom applies to your daily life
Key Takeaway
This verse reveals that the source of everything—even the gods and great sages—is the Supreme. When you recognize the source behind what seems powerful or wise, you see differently. The question isn't whether gods or sages exist—it's whether you recognize the source behind them. When you see the source, you don't worship the manifestations—you recognize the source manifesting in them. This transforms how you see power, wisdom, and authority: not as separate entities, but as manifestations of the Supreme.
Personal Reflection
Where do you see power, wisdom, or authority without recognizing the source? Do you worship the manifestations, or do you recognize the source manifesting in them? How does recognizing the source change how you see excellence?
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