Bhagavad Gita · Verse 16.6
Chapter 16: Daivasura Sampad Vibhaga Yoga (दैवासुरसम्पद्विभागयोगः)
(The Supreme Lord said)
द्वौ भूतसर्गौ लोकेऽस्मिन् दैव आसुर एव च । दैवो विस्तरशः प्रोक्त आसुरं पार्थ मे शृणु ॥६॥
dvau bhūtasargau loke'smin daiva āsura eva ca | daivo vistaraśaḥ prokta āsuraṃ pārtha me śṛṇu ||6||
Complete Shloka Translation
There are two kinds of beings in this world, the divine and the demonic. The divine has been described in detail; now hear from Me about the demonic, O Partha.
Word-by-Word Translation (Padartha / Anvaya)
| Sanskrit Term (पद) | IAST Roman | English Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| दैव | daiva | divine |
| आसुर | āsura | demonic |
| द्वौ | dvau | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| भूतसर्गौ | bhūtasargau | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| लोकेऽस्मिन् | loke'smin | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| एव | eva | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| दैवो | ca | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| विस्तरशः | daivo | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| प्रोक्त | vistaraśaḥ | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| आसुरं | prokta | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| पार्थ | āsuraṃ | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| मे | pārtha | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
| शृणु | me | [term] in context of There are two kinds of beings ... |
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Detailed Commentary & Meaningful Thoughts
This transition organizes the rest of the chapter. The twofold language presents a sharp ethical contrast; its practical use is discernment about dispositions and conduct, without turning it into an excuse for hostility toward people.
Philosophical Reflection & Self-Inquiry
"Study harmful tendencies to understand and change them."
Inquiry Question to Ponder:
Which harmful tendency would you like to understand better?
Modern Life Implementation (Practical Real-Life Application)
Apply this verse to master daily focus: anchor your consciousness in higher values, let go of anxious attachment to results, and act with integrity and kindness in every endeavor.