Lord Krishna, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, is known not only for his divine plays and miracles but also for his profound wisdom. As the charioteer and guide to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna’s words go beyond time offering spiritual insight, practical advice, and a deep understanding of the self, duty, and love.
- “You have the right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions.” – Bhagavad Gita 2.47
- “Change is the law of the universe. You can be a millionaire, or a pauper in an instant.” – Gita 2.14
- “The soul is neither born, and nor does it die.” – Gita 2.20
- “Set your heart upon your work but never its reward.” – Gita 2.47
- “There is neither this world, nor the world beyond, nor happiness for the one who doubts.” – Gita 4.40
- “He who has let go of hatred, who treats all beings with kindness and compassion, who is free from possessiveness and ego, is dear to me.” – Gita 12.13
- “A person is made by their belief. As they believe, so they become.” – Gita 17.3
- “Whatever happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening, is happening for the good. Whatever will happen, will also happen for the good.” – Gita 2.47 (paraphrased)
- “For one who sees Me everywhere and sees everything in Me, I am never lost, nor is he ever lost to Me.” – Gita 6.30
- “When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a lamp in a windless place.” – Gita 6.19
- “Offer Me a leaf, a flower, fruit or even water with love — I will accept it.” – Gita 9.26
- “To those who are constantly devoted to serving Me with love, I give the understanding by which they can come to Me.” – Gita 10.10
- “Surrender unto Me alone. I shall deliver you from all sins. Do not fear.” – Gita 18.66
- “Among thousands of men, scarcely one strives for perfection.” – Gita 7.3
- “He who loves Me resides in Me, and I reside in him.” – Gita 9.29
- “Even if the most sinful person worships Me with unwavering devotion, he must be considered righteous.” – Gita 9.30
- “I am the same to all beings. I have neither friend nor foe; but those who worship Me with devotion are in Me, and I am in them.” – Gita 9.29
- “Do your duty and leave the rest to Me.” – Gita 3.19 (summarized)
- “Actions do not cling to Me because I am not attached to their results.” – Gita 4.14
- “The wise man lets go of all results, whether good or bad, and is focused on the action alone.” – Gita 2.50
- “Be free from all dualities and from all anxieties for gain and safety, and be established in the Self.” – Gita 2.45
- “He who is able to withdraw the senses from their objects, as the tortoise withdraws its limbs, is established in wisdom.” – Gita 2.58
- “Calmness, gentleness, silence, self-restraint, and purity: these are the disciplines of the mind.” – Gita 17.16
- “When a man dwells on objects, he feels an attachment for them. Attachment gives rise to desire, and desire breeds anger.” – Gita 2.62
- “A man must elevate, not degrade himself. He is his best friend and his worst enemy.” – Gita 6.5
- “That which seems like poison in the beginning, but tastes like nectar in the end — this is the joy of sattva.” – Gita 18.37
- “I am time, the great destroyer of the worlds.” – Gita 11.32
- “I am the source of all spiritual and material worlds. Everything emanates from Me.” – Gita 10.8
- “Of all the trees, I am the banyan tree; of the seasons, I am spring.” – Gita 10.26
- “I am the taste of water, the light of the sun and the moon, the syllable Om in the Vedas, the sound in ether.” – Gita 7.8
- “Let a man lift himself by his own self; let him not degrade himself.” – Gita 6.5
- “One who sees inaction in action, and action in inaction, is truly wise.” – Gita 4.18
- “The one who sees all beings as equal, and sees the Self in all beings, truly sees.” – Gita 6.29
- “Wherever there is Krishna, the master of yoga, and Arjuna, the supreme archer — there will also surely be fortune, victory, prosperity, and sound morality.” – Gita 18.78
- “Speak the truth in a pleasing way; do not speak truth that is unpleasant. Nor should you speak untruth, even if pleasant.” – Smriti tradition (aligned with Krishna’s teachings)
Lord Krishna’s teachings are eternal beacons of light. Krishna’s words resonate across time and space.
His quotes are not bound by religion they are universal principles of wisdom, surrender, compassion, and inner strength.
