Bhagavad Gita Chapter 7 Verse 15 Meaning

The evil-doers and the deluded, who are the lowest of men, do not seek Me; those whose knowledge is destroyed by illusion follow the ways of demons.

BG 7.15

न मां दुष्कृतिनो मूढाः प्रपद्यन्ते नराधमाः। माययापहृतज्ञाना आसुरं भावमाश्रिताः

na māṁ duṣhkṛitino mūḍhāḥ prapadyante narādhamāḥ māyayāpahṛita-jñānā āsuraṁ bhāvam āśhritāḥ

Meaning

The evil-doers and the deluded, who are the lowest of men, do not seek Me; those whose knowledge is destroyed by illusion follow the ways of demons.

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Explanation & Life Application

This verse from Chapter 7 of the Bhagavad Gita highlights a practical insight: The evil-doers and the deluded, who are the lowest of men, do not seek Me; those whose knowledge is destroyed by illusion follow the ways of demons.

In The Yoga of Knowledge and Realization (Jnana Vijnana Yoga), Krishna explains Understanding the nature of the Divine and how everything emanates from the Supreme.

— Explained by the Nitya Team

Chapter Context

Understanding the nature of the Divine and how everything emanates from the Supreme.

Key themes in this chapter include Divine nature, Material energy, Devotion.

When to Apply This Verse

  • When you need steadiness while dealing with divine nature
  • When practicing material energy amid uncertainty
  • When applying devotion to real-life choices

Verse FAQs

What is the main idea of Bhagavad Gita 7.15?
The evil-doers and the deluded, who are the lowest of men, do not seek Me; those whose knowledge is destroyed by illusion follow the ways of demons. This verse emphasizes divine nature with clarity and purpose.
How can I apply Bhagavad Gita 7.15 in daily life?
Apply this teaching when making choices or doing your duties. Focus on material energy and keep your mind steady regardless of outcomes.

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