Chapter 2, Verse 68
तस्माद्यस्य महाबाहो निगृहीतानि सर्वश: | इन्द्रियाणीन्द्रियार्थेभ्यस्तस्य प्रज्ञा प्रतिष्ठिता ॥68॥
tasmād yasya mahā-bāho nigṛhītāni sarvaśaḥ | indriyāṇīndriyārthebhyas tasya prajñā pratiṣṭhitā
"Therefore, O mighty-armed one, his wisdom becomes established whose senses are completely withdrawn from their objects in all respects."
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 2.68 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 2.68 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
Lord Krishna concludes the section on the 'Sthitaprajna' (one of steady wisdom) by emphasizing sensory control. Just as a tortoise withdraws its limbs into its shell for protection, a person of steady intellect can withdraw their senses from tempting external objects. This mastery prevents the intellect from being hijacked by desires, ensuring that spiritual knowledge remains firmly established and functional in daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 2.68?
Therefore, O mighty-armed one, his wisdom becomes established whose senses are completely withdrawn from their objects in all respects.