Chapter 10 Verse 12-13

Arjuna said, "You are the Supreme Brahman, the supreme abode, the supreme purifier, eternal, divine Person, the primeval God, unborn, and omnipresent." All the sages have thus declared Thee, as also the divine sage Narada; so also Asita, Devala, and Vyasa; and now Thou Thyself dost say so to me.

Core Meaning

Arjuna acknowledges Krishna as the highest reality — the source of all, the pure refuge, eternal and divine, unborn and all-pervading. This is a clear statement that the divine is both beyond the world and present within it.

He points out that wise teachers and ancient sages have spoken the same truth, and now Krishna himself confirms it. This links personal experience, sacred teaching, and direct guidance as together supporting faith.

Philosophically, the verse invites us to see the Divine as the ultimate ground of life and as a personal guide. Recognizing this changes how we view ourselves, our actions, and the world: life gains a steady center beyond fear, ego, and passing results.

Life Application

• Start small: take a moment each morning to remember a steady inner presence that supports and purifies your intentions.
• When making choices, ask whether your actions align with honesty, care, and a larger good rather than short-term gain.
• Turn to trusted teachings or a wise friend when confused, and use their guidance to steady your practice and decisions.

Reflection Question

If you truly accepted a steady, loving presence as your inner refuge, what one choice would you make differently today?