Bhagavad Gita Chapter 16 Verse 13 Meaning

"I have gained this today; I will fulfill this desire of mine; this is mine, and this wealth will be mine in the future."

BG 16.13

इदमद्य मया लब्धमिमं प्राप्स्ये मनोरथम्।इदमस्तीदमपि मे भविष्यति पुनर्धनम्

idam adya mayā labdham imaṁ prāpsye manoratham idam astīdam api me bhaviṣhyati punar dhanam

Meaning in English

"I have gained this today; I will fulfill this desire of mine; this is mine, and this wealth will be mine in the future."

हिंदी अर्थ (Hindi Meaning)

इतनी वस्तुएँ तो हमने आज प्राप्त कर लीं और अब इस मनोरथको प्राप्त (पूरा) कर लेंगे।,इतना धन तो हमारे पास है ही, इतना धन फिर हो जायगा।

Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 16 of the Bhagavad Gita offers profound wisdom for modern life. As part of The Yoga of Divine and Demoniac Natures (Daivasura Sampad Vibhaga Yoga), it teaches about Divine qualities and Demoniac qualities.

The essence of this teaching encourages us to focus on our actions and duties rather than anxiety about outcomes. In today's fast-paced world, this timeless wisdom offers a path to inner peace.

— Explained by the Nitya Team

When to Apply This Verse

  • When feeling anxious about results at work or exams
  • Before starting a new project or challenge
  • When perfectionism causes stress

Related Verses

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