Chapter 11, Verse 36
अर्जुन उवाच | स्थाने हृषीकेश तव प्रकीर्त्या जगत्प्रहृष्यत्यनुरज्यते च | रक्षांसि भीतानि दिशो द्रवन्ति सर्वे नमस्यन्ति च सिद्धसङ्घा: ॥36॥
arjuna uvāca | sthāne hṛṣīkeśa tava prakīrtyā jagat prahṛṣyaty anurajyate ca | rakṣāṃsi bhītāni diśo dravanti sarve namasyanti ca siddhasaṅghāḥ ||36||
"Arjuna said: It is proper, O Master of the Senses, that the world rejoices and becomes attached by Your glorification; that the demons, terrified, flee in all directions; and that all the hosts of perfected beings bow down to You."
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 11.36 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 11.36 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
Arjuna validates the cosmic order. The word 'Sthane' (rightly/properly) signifies that the universe is functioning exactly as it should in the presence of the Divine. He observes three distinct reactions to Krishna's glory: the virtuous (Siddhas) offer obeisance, the general world (Jagat) finds joy and attraction, and the malevolent forces (Rakshasas) scatter in fear. This highlights that the Divine presence acts as a catalyst that reveals the true nature of all beings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 11.36?
Arjuna said: It is proper, O Master of the Senses, that the world rejoices and becomes attached by Your glorification; that the demons, terrified, flee in all directions; and that all the hosts of perfected beings bow down to You.