Chapter 1, Verse 21
अर्जुन उवाच | सेनयोरुभयोर्मध्ये रथं स्थापय मेऽच्युत ॥ 21 ॥
arjuna uvāca | senayor ubhayor madhye rathaṁ sthāpaya me 'cyuta || 21 ||
"Arjuna said: O Infallible One, please place my chariot between both the armies."
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 1.21 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 1.21 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
In this pivotal moment, Arjuna addresses Krishna as 'Acyuta'—the Infallible One who never fails His devotees. Despite being the Supreme Lord, Krishna accepts the humble role of a charioteer (Partha-sarathi), demonstrating that He is 'Bhakta-paradhina' (subservient to the love of His devotees). Arjuna's request to be placed in the 'middle' (madhye) signifies the need for objective observation before the storm of conflict, highlighting the transition from action to introspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 1.21?
Arjuna said: O Infallible One, please place my chariot between both the armies.