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29. Recognizing Ishvara (God) & Doing Your Duty (Svadharma) – BG, CH2, V31-34
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Chapter 2, Verse 31: Varna-ashrama dharma comprises four categories: Brahmana (thinkers), Ksatriya (rulers), Vaishya (commerce), Shudra (supporters). Each role vital like body parts. Krishna instructs Arjuna to fulfill kshatriya dharma despite discomfort. Avoiding duties brings shame, low self-esteem. Varna determined by actions, not birth. Verse essence: Perform svadharma without wavering.
Chapter 2, Verse 32: Following dharma yields satisfaction and svarga (heavenly realms). Jiva travels through 14 lokas based on noble actions. Battle for dharma brings greater punya than territorial wars. Svarga stay temporary due to limited punya. Verse essence: Dharmic battles open gates to heaven.
Chapter 2, Verse 33: Choosing easy path over dharma creates papa (sin). Avoiding challenges breeds failure mindset. Life offers continuous chances to restore honor through right action. Verse essence: Abandoning dharma brings sin.
Chapter 2, Verse 34: Dishonor affects your future lives. Three accountabilities to keep in mind before any action: dharma (is this aligned to universal ethical values), karma (what kind of consequences will this have in the future), reputation (is this something I'll be proud of doing in 5 years). Unhealthy decisions seek approval; healthy engagement provides self-growth feedback. Verse essence: Dishonor exceeds death in severity.
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