Chapter 8 Verse 27
Akṣhar Brahma Yog
नैते सृती पार्थ जानन्योगी मुह्यति कश्चन। तस्मात्सर्वेषु कालेषु योगयुक्तो भवार्जुन।।8.27।।
naite sṛitī pārtha jānan yogī muhyati kaśhchana tasmāt sarveṣhu kāleṣhu yoga-yukto bhavārjuna
Word Meanings
| na | never |
| ete | these two |
| sṛitī | paths |
| pārtha | Arjun, the son of Pritha |
| jānan | knowing |
| yogī | a yogi |
| muhyati | bewildered |
| kaśhchana | any |
| tasmāt | therefore |
| sarveṣhu kāleṣhu | always |
| yoga-yuktaḥ | situated in Yog |
| bhava | be |
| arjuna | Arjun |
Translation
Knowing these paths, O Arjuna, no yogi is deluded; therefore, at all times, be steadfast in yoga.
Philosophical Significance
Core Meaning
When a person truly understands the two paths—how action and awareness lead either to continued entanglement or to liberation—they are not confused about life’s purpose. True knowledge removes the fear and wrong ideas that make us chase the temporary.
A yogi who knows this stays steady. Being "steadfast in yoga" means keeping the mind fixed in awareness and acting without getting lost in results or worry.
So the verse tells us: learn the deeper truth about life and death, make inner practice steady, and you will not be thrown off by ups and downs.
Life Application
- Start each day with a short practice (breath or quiet awareness) to center your attention and remind yourself of what matters.
- When you feel anxious or stuck, pause and ask whether your reaction serves long-term inner peace or only momentary gain.
- Keep one simple habit (like mindful breathing) to return to steadiness whenever life feels chaotic.
Reflection Question
In moments of stress, do I turn inward to steady my mind or do I react from fear and attachment?