The Teachings of Lord Krishna to Arjuna
A long time ago, on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, two great armies stood ready for war. Arjuna, the brave warrior of the Pandavas, was troubled. As he looked around, he saw his own relatives, teachers, and friends on both sides. His heart became heavy with sorrow. How could he fight against his own loved ones? He put down his bow and told Lord Krishna, his charioteer, that he did not want to fight.
Lord Krishna, who was also an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, smiled and began to guide Arjuna. He told Arjuna that it was his duty as a warrior, or Kshatriya, to fight for righteousness, or dharma. He explained that the body is temporary, but the soul is eternal. Just as a person changes old clothes and wears new ones, the soul leaves an old body and takes a new one. Therefore, Arjuna should not grieve for those who die in battle because their souls would continue their journey.
Krishna also taught Arjuna about Karma Yoga, the path of selfless action. He said that one should perform their duty without worrying about the results. If a person does good deeds with honesty and without selfishness, they will be rewarded in the right way. Krishna told Arjuna that fear, doubt, and sadness come from a lack of faith. A true warrior is one who fights for justice and truth without hesitation.
With Krishna’s wisdom, Arjuna understood his duty. He picked up his bow once again, filled with courage and determination. The words of Lord Krishna became the guiding light for all humanity, teaching people to do their duty, stay honest, and believe in righteousness. These lessons are found in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture that continues to inspire millions.
