Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Verse 2 Meaning

Its branches spread below and above, nourished by the Gunas; its buds are sense-objects, and its roots stretch forth below in the world of men, originating action.

BG 15.2

अधश्चोर्ध्वं प्रसृतास्तस्य शाखा गुणप्रवृद्धा विषयप्रवालाः।अधश्च मूलान्यनुसन्ततानि कर्मानुबन्धीनि मनुष्यलोके

adhaśh chordhvaṁ prasṛitās tasya śhākhā guṇa-pravṛiddhā viṣhaya-pravālāḥ adhaśh cha mūlāny anusantatāni karmānubandhīni manuṣhya-loke

Meaning

Its branches spread below and above, nourished by the Gunas; its buds are sense-objects, and its roots stretch forth below in the world of men, originating action.

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Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 15 of the Bhagavad Gita highlights a practical insight: Its branches spread below and above, nourished by the Gunas; its buds are sense-objects, and its roots stretch forth below in the world of men, originating action.

In The Yoga of the Supreme Person (Purusottama Yoga), Krishna explains The metaphor of the eternal tree and the supreme position of God.

— Explained by the Nitya Team

Chapter Context

The metaphor of the eternal tree and the supreme position of God.

Key themes in this chapter include Supreme Person, Eternal tree, Liberation.

When to Apply This Verse

  • When you need steadiness while dealing with supreme person
  • When practicing eternal tree amid uncertainty
  • When applying liberation to real-life choices

Verse FAQs

What is the main idea of Bhagavad Gita 15.2?
Its branches spread below and above, nourished by the Gunas; its buds are sense-objects, and its roots stretch forth below in the world of men, originating action. This verse emphasizes supreme person with clarity and purpose.
How can I apply Bhagavad Gita 15.2 in daily life?
Apply this teaching when making choices or doing your duties. Focus on eternal tree and keep your mind steady regardless of outcomes.

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