Bhagavad Gita Chapter 13 Verse 31 Meaning

When a person sees all beings as resting in the One and emanating from the One alone, they then become Brahman.

BG 13.31

यदा भूतपृथग्भावमेकस्थमनुपश्यति।तत एव च विस्तारं ब्रह्म सम्पद्यते तदा

yadā bhūta-pṛithag-bhāvam eka-stham anupaśhyati tata eva cha vistāraṁ brahma sampadyate tadā

Meaning

When a person sees all beings as resting in the One and emanating from the One alone, they then become Brahman.

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Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 13 of the Bhagavad Gita highlights a practical insight: When a person sees all beings as resting in the One and emanating from the One alone, they then become Brahman.

In The Yoga of the Field and Knower (Ksetra Ksetrajna Vibhaga Yoga), Krishna explains Understanding the body (field) and the soul (knower of the field).

— Explained by the Nitya Team

Chapter Context

Understanding the body (field) and the soul (knower of the field).

Key themes in this chapter include Body and soul, Knowledge, Nature.

When to Apply This Verse

  • When you need steadiness while dealing with body and soul
  • When practicing knowledge amid uncertainty
  • When applying nature to real-life choices

Verse FAQs

What is the main idea of Bhagavad Gita 13.31?
When a person sees all beings as resting in the One and emanating from the One alone, they then become Brahman. This verse emphasizes body and soul with clarity and purpose.
How can I apply Bhagavad Gita 13.31 in daily life?
Apply this teaching when making choices or doing your duties. Focus on knowledge and keep your mind steady regardless of outcomes.

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