Chapter 1 – Arjuna Viṣāda Yoga

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 1, Verse 30

न च शक्न‍ोम्यवस्थातुं भ्रमतीव च मे मनः ।
निमित्तानि च पश्यामि विपरीतानि केशव ॥ ३० ॥

Transliteration

na ca śaknomy avasthātuṁ
bhramatīva ca me manaḥ
nimittāni ca paśyāmi
viparītāni keśava

Word Meanings

na—norca—alsośaknomi—am I ableavasthātum—to staybhramati—forgettingiva—asca—andme—mymanaḥ—mindnimittāni—causesca—alsopaśyāmi—I seeviparītāni—just the oppositekeśava—O killer of the demon Keśī (Kṛṣṇa).

Translation

I am unable to remain steady, and my mind seems to be reeling. O Keśava, I see only unfavorable omens.

Commentary

Arjuna’s distress now deepens further. He admits that he is no longer able to remain steady, and his mind feels confused and unsettled. The emotional conflict within him has reached such an intensity that he begins to perceive the situation as filled with inauspicious signs.

Instead of seeing the battle as a righteous duty, Arjuna now interprets the circumstances negatively. His disturbed mind leads him to believe that the war will only bring harmful consequences. This shows how inner confusion can distort perception and make even necessary actions appear undesirable.

Administrative Reflection

This verse reflects how mental instability can influence the way situations are interpreted. When the mind becomes overwhelmed by anxiety or emotional pressure, individuals may begin to see only negative outcomes and lose confidence in their decisions.

In leadership and administration, maintaining mental balance is essential. A steady mind helps one assess circumstances objectively and act according to duty rather than fear or pessimism.

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