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Bhagavad Gita 10.25 — Maharshinam Bhrigur Aham

श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता १०.२५ — महर्षीणां भृगुरहम्

🕉️ hindu·📿 11× repetitions·🕐 Morning meditation, or before beginning any session of japa (mantra repetition)·📜 Bhagavad Gita Chapter 10, Verse 25

Also known as: maharshinam bhrigur aham · yajnanam japa yajno smi · bhagavad gita 10.25 · gita 10 25 · giram asmy ekam aksharam · among sacrifices i am japa gita verse

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हिन्दी / देवनागरीతెలుగు தமிழ்ಕನ್ನಡ മലയാളം ગુજરાતી বাংলা ଓଡ଼ିଆ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ English සිංහල 𑌗𑍍𑌰𑌨𑍍𑌥

✦ Meaning

In this verse from the Yoga of Divine Glories, Krishna names himself as Bhrigu among the great sages, the single syllable Om among all words, japa (silent repetition of the Name) among sacrifices, and the Himalayas among unmoving things. By exalting Om and the sacrifice of japa, this verse is especially beloved by those who chant, for it declares mantra-repetition itself to be the highest form of worship and a direct manifestation of the Lord.

Origin & Story

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 10, Verse 25 · Sage Veda Vyasa (Mahabharata, Bhishma Parva) · Ancient (text compiled c. 5th–2nd century BCE)

In the tenth chapter, the Yoga of Divine Glories (Vibhuti Yoga), Krishna reveals the foremost of his manifestations throughout creation. Here he turns to the realm of sound, sacrifice and steadfastness — exalting Om, the sacrifice of japa, and the Himalayas — so that Arjuna and all seekers may know that the loving repetition of the Name is the very highest form of worship.

✦ As told in scripture

Saints of the chanting traditions have long pointed to this verse as proof that the simple, constant repetition of God's Name surpasses every grand ritual; many testify that taking refuge in japa, with this assurance from Krishna's own lips, carried them across difficulties that elaborate ceremonies could not.

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The Mantra

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महर्षीणां भृगुरहं गिरामस्म्येकमक्षरम्। यज्ञानां जपयज्ञोऽस्मि स्थावराणां हिमालयः॥

maharṣhīṇāṁ bhṛigur ahaṁ girām asmyekam akṣharam yajñānāṁ japa-yajño ’smi sthāvarāṇāṁ himālayaḥ

Meaning:Among the great sages, I am Bhrigu; among words, I am the one syllable (Om); among sacrifices, I am the sacrifice of silent repetition (japa); and among immovable things, I am the Himalayas.

Word-by-Word Meaning

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महर्षीणाम्🔊mahā-ṛiṣhīṇāmamong the great seers

भृगुः🔊bhṛiguḥBhrigu

अहम्🔊ahamI

गिराम्🔊girāmamongst words and chants

अस्मि🔊asmiI am

एकम् अक्षरम्🔊ekam akṣharamthe one syllable Om

यज्ञानाम्🔊yajñānāmof sacrifices

जपयज्ञः🔊japa-yajñaḥthe sacrifice of silent repetition of God's names

अस्मि🔊asmiI am

स्थावराणाम्🔊sthāvarāṇāmamongst immovable things

हिमालयः🔊himālayaḥthe Himalayas

Benefits of Chanting Bhagavad Gita 10.25 — Maharshinam Bhrigur Aham

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Declares japa (mantra repetition) to be the highest of all sacrifices — a great encouragement to chanters

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Exalts the sacred syllable Om as the foremost of all words and the form of the Lord

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Deepens devotion by linking the practice of chanting directly to God's own glory

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Inspires steadiness and aspiration through the image of the unshakable Himalayas

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Honours the great sages, kindling reverence for the lineage of spiritual wisdom

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Brings the chanter confidence that silent, loving repetition is supremely pleasing to God

How to Chant Bhagavad Gita 10.25 — Maharshinam Bhrigur Aham

Repetitions11times

Best TimeMorning meditation, or before beginning any session of japa (mantra repetition)

Chant this verse as a preface to your own japa, taking heart from Krishna's words that 'among sacrifices I am the sacrifice of japa.' Dwell on 'ekam aksharam' — the one syllable Om — and feel the Lord present in the very act of repetition. Let the steadiness of the Himalayas inspire an unwavering, peaceful mind as you settle into your practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Krishna names himself as Bhrigu among sages, Om among words, japa (silent repetition) among sacrifices, and the Himalayas among immovable things. Most significantly, he declares the sacrifice of japa to be his own glory, exalting mantra repetition as the highest form of worship.

Because Krishna himself says 'yajnanam japa-yajno 'smi' — 'among sacrifices, I am japa.' This places silent, loving repetition of the Divine Name above elaborate rituals, assuring chanters that their practice is supremely dear to God and a direct path to him.

It refers to Om (Pranava), the single imperishable syllable regarded as the seed-sound of all the Vedas and the very name and form of the Supreme. Krishna identifies himself with it, making the chanting of Om a powerful way to commune with the Lord.

Recite it before your daily japa or meditation to remember that your chanting is itself a sacrifice beloved by the Lord. Let the image of the Himalayas steady your posture and mind, and let Om resonate as the direct presence of God within you.