Verse 10-35

बृहत्साम तथा साम्नां गायत्री छन्दसामहम् |

मासानां मार्गशीर्षोऽहमृतूनां कुसुमाकर: || 35 ||

“Among the hymns of the Sama Veda, I am the Brihat-sama, and among meters, I am the Gayatri. Among the months, I am Margashirsha, and among seasons, I am the flower-bearing spring.” 

Commentary:

Lord Krishna continues to reveal his divine manifestations, highlighting his presence and significance in various aspects of Vedic knowledge, time, and nature.

 

Bṛhatsāma tathā sāmnām: Lord Krishna declares that among the hymns of the Sama Veda, he is the Brihat-sama. The Sama Veda is one of the four Vedas, and it contains hymns that are sung during Vedic rituals. The Brihat-sama refers to a specific collection of those hymns, and Lord Krishna identifies himself with its essence and significance.

 

Gāyatrī chhandasām: Lord Krishna states that among meters, he is the Gayatri. Gayatri is a revered meter in Vedic poetry and is associated with the Gayatri Mantra, a powerful Vedic chant. It consists of 24 syllables and is dedicated to the solar deity Savitri. Lord Krishna represents the divine aspect of the Gayatri meter, symbolizing its potency and spiritual significance.

 

Māsānām mārgaśhīrṣho’ham: Lord Krishna reveals that among the months, he is Margashirsha. Margashirsha is a month in the Hindu lunar calendar that typically falls in November to December. It is considered an auspicious month for worship and spiritual practices. Lord Krishna signifies his presence and divine influence in this particular month.

 

Ṛtūnām kusumākaraḥ: Lord Krishna identifies himself as the flower-bearing spring among the seasons. Spring is a season associated with new life, blooming flowers, and vibrant colors. It represents renewal, growth, and beauty. Lord Krishna signifies his presence and the rejuvenating qualities of spring, where nature blossoms and thrives.

 

By associating himself with the Brihat-sama hymn, the Gayatri meter, the month of Margashirsha, and the flower-bearing spring, Lord Krishna reveals his connection to the profound aspects of Vedic knowledge, poetry, time, and nature. He represents the essence, power, and significance inherent in these manifestations. Lord Krishna invites individuals to recognize and appreciate these divine aspects in their spiritual practices, poetic expressions, observance of time, and communion with nature.