Chapter 11 Verse 1
Viśhwarūp Darśhan Yog
अर्जुन उवाच मदनुग्रहाय परमं गुह्यमध्यात्मसंज्ञितम्। यत्त्वयोक्तं वचस्तेन मोहोऽयं विगतो मम।।11.1।।
arjuna uvācha mad-anugrahāya paramaṁ guhyam adhyātma-sanjñitam yat tvayoktaṁ vachas tena moho ’yaṁ vigato mama
Word Meanings
| arjunaḥ uvācha | Arjun said |
| mat-anugrahāya | out of compassion to me |
| paramam | supreme |
| guhyam | confidential |
| adhyātma-sanjñitam | about spiritual knowledge |
| yat | which |
| tvayā | by you |
| uktam | spoken |
| vachaḥ | words |
| tena | by that |
| mohaḥ | illusion |
| ayam | this |
| vigataḥ | is dispelled |
| mama | my |
Translation
Arjuna said, By this explanation of the highest secret concerning the Self which Thou hast spoken, for the sake of blessing me, my delusion has been dispelled.
Philosophical Significance
Core Meaning
Arjuna says that Krishna’s clear teaching about the true Self, given out of compassion, has removed his confusion. The "highest secret" here is the spiritual truth about who we really are beyond body and mind.
This verse shows that right knowledge can free us from wrong ideas and fear. When a truth is spoken kindly and clearly, it can change how we see ourselves and the world.
It also points to the role of openness and humility: receiving guidance with trust makes transformation possible. Insight is not just intellectual — it acts to steady the heart and guide right action.
Life Application
- When you feel confused or fearful, pause and remind yourself of a deeper identity beyond immediate thoughts and feelings (for example: "I am more than this feeling").
- Stay open to honest, compassionate guidance—read, listen, or ask a trusted teacher or friend when stuck.
- Use one clear spiritual idea (like duty, presence, or the Self) as a touchstone to calm hurried or anxious choices during the day.
Reflection Question
What belief am I holding right now that, if changed, would bring me more clarity and calm?