Bhagavad Gita Chapter 18 Verse 55 Meaning

By devotion, he knows Me in truth, who and what I am; then, having known Me in truth, he immediately enters into the Supreme.

BG 18.55

भक्त्या मामभिजानाति यावान्यश्चास्मि तत्त्वतः।ततो मां तत्त्वतो ज्ञात्वा विशते तदनन्तरम्

bhaktyā mām abhijānāti yāvān yaśh chāsmi tattvataḥ tato māṁ tattvato jñātvā viśhate tad-anantaram

Meaning

By devotion, he knows Me in truth, who and what I am; then, having known Me in truth, he immediately enters into the Supreme.

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Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 18 of the Bhagavad Gita highlights a practical insight: By devotion, he knows Me in truth, who and what I am; then, having known Me in truth, he immediately enters into the Supreme.

In The Yoga of Liberation (Moksha Sanyasa Yoga), Krishna explains The conclusion of the Gita, summarizing all paths and encouraging Arjuna to surrender to God.

— Explained by the Nitya Team

Chapter Context

The conclusion of the Gita, summarizing all paths and encouraging Arjuna to surrender to God.

Key themes in this chapter include Liberation, Surrender, Duty, Grace.

When to Apply This Verse

  • When you need steadiness while dealing with liberation
  • When practicing surrender amid uncertainty
  • When applying duty to real-life choices

Verse FAQs

What is the main idea of Bhagavad Gita 18.55?
By devotion, he knows Me in truth, who and what I am; then, having known Me in truth, he immediately enters into the Supreme. This verse emphasizes liberation with clarity and purpose.
How can I apply Bhagavad Gita 18.55 in daily life?
Apply this teaching when making choices or doing your duties. Focus on surrender and keep your mind steady regardless of outcomes.

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