Spirituality

11 Life Lessons from the Bhagvad Gita

The holy scripture is set in a narrative framework of a dialogue between Arjuna and Lord Krishna. It is considered to be a doctrine of universal truth.

Express News Service

■ Whatever happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening, is happening for the good. Whatever will happen, will also happen for the good. 

■ You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of work. Keep working and don’t expect anything in return.

■ Change is the law of the universe. You can be a millionaire, or a pauper in an instant. Therefore being proud of your wealth is a sign of immaturity.

■ The soul is neither born, and nor does it die. We can achieve nothing if fear is instilled within us. Fear kills ambition, dreams and even the chance of progress. 

■ You came empty handed, and you will leave empty handed. We don’t possess things—things start possessing us.

■ Lust, anger and greed are the three gates to self-destructive hell. These will never let you be satisfied.

■ Man is made by his belief. As he believes, so he is. You are what you think you are. 

■ When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a lamp in a windless place. 

■ There is neither this world, nor the world beyond. Nor happiness for the one who doubts. Doubts create misunderstandings.

■ We’re kept from our goal not by obstacles, but by a clear path to a lesser goal. Don’t settle for less, strive hard for bigger goals.

■ A person can rise through the efforts of his own mind; or draw himself down. Each person is his own friend or enemy. You’re your own best friend, believe in yourself.

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