Illness & Health

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The body is subject to disease and decay, but the indweller is not. When the body suffers, the Gita advises us to keep the mind strong and connected to the Divine, enduring physical pain with spiritual fortitude.

Key Verses

Gita 10.17

To truly know the divine, consciously seek and perceive its presence and manifestations in every aspect of life, making every thought a focused step towards spiritual realization.

Gita 10.21

Recognize and appreciate the divine essence in the most excellent aspects of creation and within yourself, inspiring a life of spiritual vision and aspiration.

Gita 10.24

Recognize and revere the divine spark in all forms of excellence, wisdom, and leadership, and strive to manifest these highest qualities in your own life.

Gita 10.25

The Divine pervades all of existence, most prominently in its highest and most fundamental expressions. Recognize this excellence, and cultivate inner peace and connection through consistent, mindful internal practice.

Gita 10.26

The divine manifests as the pinnacle of excellence, wisdom, and purity in all categories of existence; recognize and reverence these highest expressions to perceive God's glorious presence and find inspiration.

Gita 10.28

Recognize the divine essence in the peak expressions of power, abundance, and creativity that permeate all aspects of existence.

Gita 10.29

Recognize the divine in all exemplary forms and forces of order; strive for excellence and accountability as reflections of the cosmic principles that govern the universe.

Gita 10.3

Realizing your intrinsic connection to the eternal, universal consciousness liberates you from all delusion and suffering, granting profound peace and purpose.

Gita 10.30

Recognize the divine as the ultimate essence of excellence, strength, and unwavering devotion, and strive to manifest these supreme qualities in all aspects of your life, especially when facing adversity.

Gita 10.31

The Divine permeates all existence as the ultimate essence of excellence, power, and purity; by striving for these virtues in our lives, we align with and manifest this inherent divinity.

Gita 10.34

The divine is manifest in all aspects of existence – from ultimate destruction to profound prosperity, and within the very virtues that elevate human character. Embrace this totality and cultivate inner excellences as pathways to understanding ultimate reality and living a purposeful life.

Gita 10.38

The divine manifests as the highest principle of justice, strategic success, profound inner quietude, and ultimate self-knowledge, guiding all effective action and true wisdom.

Gita 10.4

Cultivate divine virtues like wisdom, truth, and forgiveness, and develop mental equanimity and fearlessness, to gracefully navigate life's inevitable dualities and achieve inner peace.

Gita 11.18

Recognize the Imperishable Divine as the ultimate source, sustainer, and protector of all existence and eternal truth, finding true refuge and purpose beyond the transient world.

Gita 11.2

From a trusted source, true wisdom unfolds the cosmic cycles of creation and dissolution, revealing an inexhaustible divine power that grounds and inspires.

Gita 11.27

All manifested forms are subject to the irresistible force of time and dissolution, urging us to embrace impermanence and seek meaning beyond the transient.

Gita 11.33

Rise to action with courage and purpose, performing your duty as an instrument of a higher design, free from the burden of ultimate outcome.

Gita 11.36

The universe naturally responds to divine truth and integrity: inspiring joy in the righteous, scattering evil, and earning reverence from the wise.

Gita 11.37

The Supreme Being, infinite, imperishable, and the ultimate cause of all existence, is the rightful object of our profound reverence, offering stability and meaning amidst life's transient forms.

Gita 11.46

Profound experiences can be overwhelming; it's wise to acknowledge your limits, seek comfort in the familiar, and allow yourself to process growth at a pace you can truly assimilate.

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