The Yoga of Knowledge

Krishna shifts from questioning to commanding. He gives three sharp imperatives: don't yield to weakness (klaibyam), cast off this petty heart-weakness (kṣudraṁ hṛdaya-daurbalyam), and arise (uttiṣṭha). By calling Arjuna 'Parantapa' (scorcher of foes), Krishna reminds him who he actually is. This verse awakens dormant strength—Krishna isn't adding something new but calling forth what's already there. Your paralysis contradicts your essential nature. Return to who you truly are.