Gita Swara Prastaaram - The meaning of Bhagavad Gita

Arjuna realises he is overcome with an uncharacteristic despondency so powerful that he is unable to choose the righteous path that is best for him. So he seeks refuge in Krishna as his Guru to guide him.

Arjuna is putting forth the doubts and concerns clouding his mind.

Lord Krishna reprimands Arjuna to cast away despondency and encourages him to stand firm. Arjuna laments that he cannot bear to slay his own grandfather and teacher.

Chapter 2 commences with Sanjaya setting that context that Lord is about to speak to a distraught Arjuna. Lord begins with clearly disagreeing with Arjuna in a disapproving tone.

Chapter 1 conclusion commentary Part 3 tells us about a story from Padma Purana that illustrates the benefits of chanting the Chapter 1.