यदहङ्कारमाश्रित्य न योत्स्य इति मन्यसे | मिथ्यैष व्यवसायस्ते प्रकृतिस्त्वां नियोक्ष्यति || 59 || |
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Commentary
Lord Krishna advises Arjuna about the consequences of giving in to ego and refusing to perform his duty. Arjuna, overwhelmed by compassion and attachment, was reluctant to engage in the battle. Lord Krishna reminds him that his duty as a warrior, which is aligned with his innate nature (svabhava), cannot be ignored or escaped.
Lord Krishna tells Arjuna that if he believes that he will not fight due to his attachment to the ego, it is a mistaken notion. Arjuna’s sense of identity and his duty as a warrior are interconnected. By renouncing his duty, he is not escaping the situation or its consequences. Instead, he will be compelled by his inherent nature, driven by his conditioning and past actions, to engage in the battle.
The verse emphasizes the idea that individuals are bound by their nature (Prakriti) and the inherent tendencies and qualities that shape their actions and choices. Arjuna’s nature as a warrior is deeply ingrained, and it is through his actions on the battlefield that he can fulfill his dharma. By resisting his duty, he would be denying his true nature and going against the natural course of events.
Lord Krishna’s message is that individuals cannot escape their responsibilities and duties by succumbing to the ego and the desire for self-preservation. The path of self-realization and spiritual growth involves aligning oneself with their true nature and performing their duties in accordance with the divine order. By recognizing and accepting one’s innate disposition and acting in harmony with it, one can fulfill their purpose and evolve spiritually.
This verse serves as a reminder that individuals should not be deluded by the ego and its attachments. Instead, they should strive to understand their true nature and act in alignment with it. By recognizing the interplay of ego, duty, and inherent nature, one can overcome the limitations of the ego and fulfill their obligations in life.