Discrimination (Viveka)

Sanskrit: विवेक

50 verses related to this theme

What This Theme Means

Core teaching on Discrimination (Viveka) from the Bhagavad Gita.

Key Verses on Discrimination (Viveka)

Gita 10.10→

Cultivate unwavering devotion and loving steadfastness; divine wisdom will then illuminate your path to ultimate understanding and union.

Gita 10.13→

True conviction arises when profound personal realization is powerfully affirmed by the wisdom of revered authorities and the direct revelation of truth itself, dispelling all doubt.

Gita 10.14→

Cultivate unwavering trust in profound truth or a wise source; humbly accepting that some ultimate realities transcend our conventional understanding brings clarity, peace, and the ability to act with conviction.

Gita 10.15→

The Supreme Being, the ultimate source and ruler of all existence, is inherently self-knowing and the foundation of all cosmic order, offering ultimate purpose and peace.

Gita 10.17→

To truly know the divine, consciously seek and perceive its presence and manifestations in every aspect of life, making every thought a focused step towards spiritual realization.

Gita 10.19→

The divine (or ultimate reality) is infinitely vast and expresses itself in countless glorious ways; understanding even its most prominent manifestations can inspire profound wisdom and purposeful action.

Gita 10.20→

Recognize the Divine Self within your own heart and in all beings, for it is the eternal source, sustainer, and ultimate destiny of everything.

Gita 10.3→

Realizing your intrinsic connection to the eternal, universal consciousness liberates you from all delusion and suffering, granting profound peace and purpose.

Gita 10.32→

Recognize the divine essence that underpins all existence from start to finish, prioritize the profound wisdom of self-knowledge, and commit to truth-seeking dialogue in all interactions.

Gita 10.34→

The divine is manifest in all aspects of existence – from ultimate destruction to profound prosperity, and within the very virtues that elevate human character. Embrace this totality and cultivate inner excellences as pathways to understanding ultimate reality and living a purposeful life.

Gita 10.38→

The divine manifests as the highest principle of justice, strategic success, profound inner quietude, and ultimate self-knowledge, guiding all effective action and true wisdom.

Gita 10.39→

The divine essence is the fundamental seed and sustaining force of all existence; recognize this unity to find purpose, peace, and interconnectedness in every aspect of life, for nothing truly exists without it.

Gita 10.4→

Cultivate divine virtues like wisdom, truth, and forgiveness, and develop mental equanimity and fearlessness, to gracefully navigate life's inevitable dualities and achieve inner peace.

Gita 10.7→

Realizing the divine omnipresence in all existence anchors an unshakable inner peace, fostering universal love and unwavering stability in every circumstance.

Gita 11.12→

The divine essence is unimaginably vast, magnificent, and transcends all ordinary human comprehension, inviting awe and a profound shift in perspective.

Gita 11.13→

All of existence, in its infinite variety, is profoundly interconnected and unified within a single divine reality.

Gita 11.17→

Recognize the immeasurable, awe-inspiring power that underlies all existence, fostering humility and an expansive perspective that transcends perceived limitations.

Gita 11.18→

Recognize the Imperishable Divine as the ultimate source, sustainer, and protector of all existence and eternal truth, finding true refuge and purpose beyond the transient world.

Gita 11.20→

Confronting the boundless, awe-inspiring, and all-pervading power of the Divine puts all of existence, including our personal struggles, into profound and humbling perspective, compelling us to transcend ego and embrace a cosmic view.

Gita 11.21→

All beings, from the highest gods to the most perfected sages, ultimately exist within and offer profound reverence to the one supreme, all-encompassing Divine reality, whether in fear or deep understanding.

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