Chapter 6 • Verse 46

Dhyana Yoga

The Yoga of Meditation

Sanskrit Verse

Tapasvibbhyo 'dhiko yogi jnanibhyo 'pi mato 'dhikah, karmibhyash cadhiko yogi tasmad yogi bhavarjuna

Translation & Meaning

The yogi is greater than the ascetic, greater than the follower of the path of knowledge, and greater than the performer of rituals — therefore, O Arjuna, become a yogi. Krishna unequivocally declares yoga the supreme path, surpassing even tapas, jnana, and karma performed as mere ritual.

Key Teachings

  • •Yoga surpasses tapas, jnana-marga, and ritual karma
  • •The yogi integrates all paths into a complete inner discipline
  • •Krishna's exhortation to become a yogi is a universal call to all seekers

Topics

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