
2
CHAPTER
VERSE
27
जातस्य हि ध्रुवो मृत्युर्ध्रुवं जन्म मृतस्य च |
तस्मादपरिहार्येऽर्थे न त्वं शोचितुमर्हसि || 2.27 ||
Jātasya hi dhruvo mṛtyur dhruvaṁ janma mṛtasya cha
Tasmād aparihārye'rthe na tvaṁ śhochitum arhasi ||
For one who has been born, death is certain, and for one who has died, birth is certain.
Therefore, in an inevitable situation, you should not grieve.
Lesson:
This verse from the Bhagavad Gita imparts the profound wisdom of understanding the inevitability of life and death. Lord Krishna explains to Arjuna that birth and death are inevitable aspects of life's cycle. Just as a person who is born is destined to die, similarly, one who dies is bound to be reborn. These occurrences are natural and beyond human control.
Lord Krishna advises Arjuna not to grieve over these inevitable facts of life. Instead, he encourages him to focus on fulfilling his duty and responsibilities without attachment to the outcomes. By understanding the transient nature of life and the eternal nature of the soul, one can rise above sorrow and attain a state of equanimity.
This teaching reminds us of the impermanence of life and encourages us to embrace change and challenges with courage and resilience. It emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and performing our duties with dedication and detachment. Through acceptance and understanding, we can navigate life's ups and downs with grace and inner peace.