Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Verse 4 Meaning

Then, that goal should be sought for, to which, having gone, none returns again. I seek refuge in that Primeval Purusha, from whence streamed forth the ancient activity or energy.

BG 15.4

ततः पदं तत्परिमार्गितव्य यस्मिन्गता न निवर्तन्ति भूयः।तमेव चाद्यं पुरुषं प्रपद्ये यतः प्रवृत्तिः प्रसृता पुराणी

tataḥ padaṁ tat parimārgitavyaṁ yasmin gatā na nivartanti bhūyaḥ tam eva chādyaṁ puruṣhaṁ prapadye yataḥ pravṛittiḥ prasṛitā purāṇī

Meaning

Then, that goal should be sought for, to which, having gone, none returns again. I seek refuge in that Primeval Purusha, from whence streamed forth the ancient activity or energy.

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Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 15 of the Bhagavad Gita highlights a practical insight: Then, that goal should be sought for, to which, having gone, none returns again.

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

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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 15.4?
Then, that goal should be sought for, to which, having gone, none returns again. This verse emphasizes supreme person with clarity and purpose.
How can I apply Bhagavad Gita 15.4 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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