Discrimination (Viveka)

Sanskrit: विवेक

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What This Theme Means

Core teaching on Discrimination (Viveka) from the Bhagavad Gita.

Key Verses on Discrimination (Viveka)

Gita 10.10

Cultivate unwavering devotion and loving steadfastness; divine wisdom will then illuminate your path to ultimate understanding and union.

Gita 10.13

True conviction arises when profound personal realization is powerfully affirmed by the wisdom of revered authorities and the direct revelation of truth itself, dispelling all doubt.

Gita 10.14

Cultivate unwavering trust in profound truth or a wise source; humbly accepting that some ultimate realities transcend our conventional understanding brings clarity, peace, and the ability to act with conviction.

Gita 10.15

The Supreme Being, the ultimate source and ruler of all existence, is inherently self-knowing and the foundation of all cosmic order, offering ultimate purpose and peace.

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 10.19

The divine (or ultimate reality) is infinitely vast and expresses itself in countless glorious ways; understanding even its most prominent manifestations can inspire profound wisdom and purposeful action.

Gita 10.20

Recognize the Divine Self within your own heart and in all beings, for it is the eternal source, sustainer, and ultimate destiny of everything.

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 10.32

Recognize the divine essence that underpins all existence from start to finish, prioritize the profound wisdom of self-knowledge, and commit to truth-seeking dialogue in all interactions.

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 10.39

The divine essence is the fundamental seed and sustaining force of all existence; recognize this unity to find purpose, peace, and interconnectedness in every aspect of life, for nothing truly exists without it.

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 10.7

Realizing the divine omnipresence in all existence anchors an unshakable inner peace, fostering universal love and unwavering stability in every circumstance.

Gita 11.12

The divine essence is unimaginably vast, magnificent, and transcends all ordinary human comprehension, inviting awe and a profound shift in perspective.

Gita 11.13

All of existence, in its infinite variety, is profoundly interconnected and unified within a single divine reality.

Gita 11.17

Recognize the immeasurable, awe-inspiring power that underlies all existence, fostering humility and an expansive perspective that transcends perceived limitations.

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 11.20

Confronting the boundless, awe-inspiring, and all-pervading power of the Divine puts all of existence, including our personal struggles, into profound and humbling perspective, compelling us to transcend ego and embrace a cosmic view.

Gita 11.21

All beings, from the highest gods to the most perfected sages, ultimately exist within and offer profound reverence to the one supreme, all-encompassing Divine reality, whether in fear or deep understanding.

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