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Chapter 4 · Jnana Karma Sanyasa Yoga

A Gift of Friendship · Wisdom Shared in Trust

स एवायं मया तेऽद्य योगः प्रोक्तः पुरातनः । भक्तोऽसि मे सखा चेति रहस्यं ह्येतदुत्तमम् ।।3।।

sa evāyaṃ mayā te 'dya yogaḥ proktaḥ purātanaḥ bhakto 'si me sakhā ceti rahasyaṃ hy etad uttamam

Meaning

"That same ancient yoga I am today explaining to you, because you are My devotee and My friend; this is indeed the supreme secret."

Explanation

Krishna reveals that this teaching comes to Arjuna specifically because of their bond of devotion and friendship.

Today's Life Lesson

Cherish the deep truths shared with you by people who trust and care for you — they are a genuine gift.

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