श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता ४.१० — वीतरागभयक्रोधा — Word-by-Word Meaning
श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता ४.१० — वीतरागभयक्रोधा
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
वीत
vīta
freed from, devoid of
राग
rāga
attachment
भय
bhaya
fear
क्रोधाः
krodhāḥ
and anger
मत्-मयाः
mat-mayāḥ
fully absorbed in Me
माम्
mām
in Me
उपाश्रिताः
upāśhritāḥ
taking refuge
बहवः
bahavaḥ
many
ज्ञान
jñāna
of knowledge
तपसा
tapasā
by the austerity (fire) of knowledge
पूताः
pūtāḥ
purified
मत्-भावम्
mat-bhāvam
My state of being, My divine nature
आगताः
āgatāḥ
attained, have come to
Complete Translation
राग, भय और क्रोध से रहित, मुझमें तन्मय हुए, मेरे शरण आए हुए बहुत से पुरुष ज्ञानरूपी तप से पवित्र होकर मेरे स्वरूप को प्राप्त हुए हैं।।
Origin & History
Source: Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4, Verse 10
Author: Sage Veda Vyasa (Mahabharata, Bhishma Parva)
Period: Ancient (text compiled c. 5th–2nd century BCE)
In the fourth chapter, Jnana-Karma-Sannyasa Yoga, after revealing the divine nature of his birth and deeds, Krishna explains how devotees come to him. He recounts that across the ages many, freed from attachment, fear and anger and taking refuge in him, have been purified by knowledge and have attained his very being — assuring Arjuna that the path to him is open to all.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main teaching of Bhagavad Gita 4.10?▼
Krishna teaches that many seekers have attained his divine nature by becoming free from attachment, fear and anger, by absorbing their minds in him, taking full refuge in him, and being purified by the fire of knowledge. It describes both the inner qualities and the devotion that lead to liberation.
What are the three obstacles named in this verse?▼
Attachment (raga), fear (bhaya) and anger (krodha). These three agitations of the mind bind the soul to material life. Freedom from them, combined with refuge in the Lord and purification by knowledge, is the gateway to attaining God's divine being.
What does 'purified by the fire of knowledge' mean?▼
Just as fire burns away impurities, true spiritual knowledge (jnana-tapas) burns away ignorance, ego and the contaminations of the mind. This inner purification readies the soul to merge into the divine nature of the Lord.
Why does Krishna mention that 'many' have attained Him?▼
To give hope and encouragement. The path is not theoretical — countless devotees across the ages have already reached his divine state by following it. This assurance inspires the seeker to take refuge and purify the heart with confidence in the goal.
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