Faith (Shraddha)

Sanskrit: श्रद्धा

41 verses related to this theme

What This Theme Means

Faith is the substance of our commitment. The Gita describes three kinds of faith based on our nature. True faith is not blind belief but a deep conviction that guides our actions and spiritual growth.

Key Verses on Faith (Shraddha)

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 10.2

True wisdom acknowledges the ultimate source of all existence is beyond even the most enlightened comprehension, cultivating humility and trust in the grander, inscrutable design.

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 11.3

True understanding and profound conviction arise not just from intellectually accepting a truth, but from actively seeking and experiencing its direct manifestation.

Gita 11.34

Act courageously and decisively in your duties, free from fear and doubt, for the ultimate outcome of your righteous efforts is already divinely orchestrated.

Gita 11.4

Humbly request guidance from a master to perceive ultimate truths, trusting their discernment and opening yourself to profound revelations through grace.

Gita 11.51

Finding solace and regaining composure through familiar, gentle presence is essential for restoring mental clarity, emotional balance, and returning to one's natural state of effective action.

Gita 11.9

Through an act of divine grace, the ultimate reality is revealed to provide profound clarity and an expansive perspective, dissolving doubt and inspiring trust in a greater, encompassing order.

Gita 12.2

Unwavering focus and supreme faith in a higher ideal or purpose define the path to true mastery and spiritual excellence.

Gita 12.20

Live a life rooted in unwavering faith, righteous action, and devotion to a higher purpose, and you will not only discover profound meaning but also experience the boundless love and favor of the Divine.

Gita 13.26

Even without complete understanding, sincere faith in trusted guidance and diligent application of what is heard can lead to ultimate liberation and success.

Gita 17.1

Sincere faith and pure intention in your actions matter profoundly, even when you cannot perfectly adhere to every prescribed rule or external ordinance. The quality of your conviction defines your path.

Gita 17.13

Actions performed without proper method, sincere intention, or generous spirit are inherently flawed and yield no true benefit or lasting positive impact.

Gita 17.17

True purity and peace in any endeavor arise from unwavering faith, disciplined effort, and profound detachment from its fruits.

Gita 17.2

Our inherent nature, shaped by the Gunas, determines the quality of our faith, which in turn dictates our actions, aspirations, and ultimate destiny. Cultivating Sattvic faith is the foundation for genuine fulfillment and liberation.

Gita 17.28

Any action—be it sacrifice, charity, or austerity—performed without genuine faith and sincere intention is ultimately hollow, yielding no lasting benefit or true fulfillment, neither in this life nor the next.

Gita 17.3

Your deepest convictions and faith fundamentally define who you are and shape your entire life's trajectory.

Gita 17.4

The quality of your deepest aspirations and motivations, whether spiritual or worldly, reveals your predominant inner nature (Guna) and ultimately shapes the trajectory of your life's experiences and fulfillment.

Gita 18.22

Beware of narrow, unreasoned, and untruthful perceptions that mistake a part for the whole; such Tamasic understanding limits vision and yields trivial results.

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