Chapter 10 Verse 9
Vibhūti Yog
मच्चित्ता मद्गतप्राणा बोधयन्तः परस्परम्। कथयन्तश्च मां नित्यं तुष्यन्ति च रमन्ति च।।10.9।।
mach-chittā mad-gata-prāṇā bodhayantaḥ parasparam kathayantaśh cha māṁ nityaṁ tuṣhyanti cha ramanti cha
Word Meanings
| mat-chittāḥ | those with minds fixed on me |
| mat-gata-prāṇāḥ | those who have surrendered their lives to me |
| bodhayantaḥ | enlightening (with divine knowledge of God) |
| parasparam | one another |
| kathayantaḥ | speaking |
| cha | and |
| mām | about me |
| nityam | continously |
| tuṣhyanti | satisfaction |
| cha | and |
| ramanti | (they) delight |
| cha | also |
Translation
With their minds and lives wholly absorbed in Me, they enlighten each other and ever speak of Me, being satisfied and delighted.
Philosophical Significance
Core Meaning
When a person's mind and life are centered on the Divine, their whole being turns into a source of light. This alignment makes them naturally share insight and inspire others.
Such people meet and talk about what truly matters. Their conversations are not empty talk but reminders that deepen understanding and calm the heart.
The verse teaches that steady remembrance and shared support bring real satisfaction and joy, which are deeper than temporary pleasures.
Life Application
- Keep a simple daily practice (short meditation, prayer, or reading) to keep your mind steady on what matters.
- Spend time with friends or a group who encourage honest, uplifting talk about values and inner growth.
- Share what helps you stay peaceful—a quote, a practice, or a small insight—so others can also grow.
Reflection Question
Who in my life helps me remember my deeper purpose?