Illustration for Bhagavad Gita chapter 2 verse 31
Chapter 2 · Sankhya Yoga

Your Own Duty · Standing Firm in Your Role

स्वधर्ममपि चावेक्ष्य न विकम्पितुमर्हसि । धर्म्याद्धि युद्धाच्छ्रेयोऽन्यत्क्षत्रियस्य न विद्यते ।।31।।

sva-dharmam api cāvekṣya na vikampitum arhasi dharmyād dhi yuddhāc chreyo 'nyat kṣatriyasya na vidyate

Meaning

"Considering your own duty, you should not waver, for there is no greater good for a warrior than a righteous war."

Explanation

Krishna now moves from philosophy to practical duty, reminding Arjuna of his specific role as a warrior.

Today's Life Lesson

Reconnect today with the specific role only you can play, and let that steady your resolve.

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