Analysis Of The Bhagavad Gita

Introduction
The Bhagavad Gita translates as the Song of God, Bhagavad meaning God and the word Gita meaning song. This is where it comes from the epic poem, Mahabharata, written many thousands of years ago by the poet Vyasa. The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue that takes place between Lord Krishna, the reincarnation of Vishnu, and a warrior named Arjuna in the middle of a battlefield before any fighting has begun. Through his teachings, Krishna discusses various Hindu concepts such as karma, yoga, devotion, and meditation. He also offers a basis for the understanding of the true nature of God and oneness with God. We will only be focusing on the concepts concerning three of the eighteen chapters. In particular, Chapter Ten: Divine Manifestations, where Krishna tells Arjuna of his wonders. Also, Chapter 11: The Cosmic Vision, where Arjuna is granted divine vision to witness the cosmic universe. And

Krishna, in showing this unlimited and infinite form, offers proof to Arjuna of his divinity. It is coveted by many to be able to see this spectacular form of Krishna, in fact, one may only perceive it through pure devotion, “The vision you have been granted is difficult to attain: even the gods are always longing to behold me like this” (Chapter 11, Verse 52), he goes on to say, “Only by single-minded devotion can I be known as I truly am, Arjuna – can I be seen and entered” (Chapter 11, Verse 54). This chapter calls to attention the question of proof versus faith, and humanity’s need to see in order to believe. After all of Krishna’s teachings and showings, Arjuna still insists on seeing his greatest form with his own eyes. Instead of teaching Arjuna the value of faith, Krishna indulges Arjuna and shows him all that there is to see. Perhaps, the Gita is attempting to make explicit the power and vastness of Lord Krishna, leaving no room for