Chapter 13, Verse 5
ऋषिभिर्बहुधा गीतं छन्दोभिर्विविधै: पृथक् |
ब्रह्मसूत्रपदैश्चैव हेतुमद्भिर्विनिश्चितै: || 5 ||
ṛṣibhir bahudhā gītaṃ chandobhir vividhaiḥ pṛthak |
brahmasūtrapadaiś caiva hetumadbhir viniścitaiḥ ||
"This truth has been sung by the sages in many ways, in various Vedic hymns, and also in the conclusive and reasoned aphorisms of the Brahma Sutras."
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 13.5 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 13.5 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
In this verse, Krishna emphasizes that the knowledge of the Field (Kshetra) and the Knower (Kshetrajna) is not a new philosophy but is validated by three distinct pillars of authority: the Sages (Rishis), the Vedic hymns (Chandas), and logical reasoning (Brahma Sutras). This highlights that spiritual knowledge must be consistent with revelation (Shruti), realization of masters, and intellectual logic (Hetu). The Brahma Sutras are specifically mentioned because they provide a 'Vinishcitai' or a definitive, reasoned conclusion on the nature of Brahman and the soul.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 13.5?
This truth has been sung by the sages in many ways, in various Vedic hymns, and also in the conclusive and reasoned aphorisms of the Brahma Sutras.