Chapter 11, Verse 14
तत: स विस्मयाविष्टो हृष्टरोमा धनञ्जय: | प्रणम्य शिरसा देवं कृताञ्जलिरभाषत ॥14॥
tataḥ sa vismayāviṣṭo hṛṣṭaromā dhanañjayaḥ | praṇamya śirasā devaṁ kṛtāñjalirabhāṣata ||
"Then, filled with wonder, with hairs standing on end, he, Dhananjaya (Arjuna), bowing down with his head to the Lord, said with folded hands:"
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 11.14 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 11.14 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
Arjuna is overwhelmed by the Vishwaroop (Universal Form), experiencing 'Asta Sattvic Bhava'—physical symptoms of intense spiritual emotion. His hair stands on end (horripilation), and he moves from a state of friendly camaraderie to profound, ego-shattering reverence. He humbles his intellect (represented by the head) and his actions (represented by folded hands) before the Divine manifestation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 11.14?
Then, filled with wonder, with hairs standing on end, he, Dhananjaya (Arjuna), bowing down with his head to the Lord, said with folded hands: