Bhagavad Gita · Verse 8.19
Chapter 8: Akshara Brahma Yoga (अक्षर ब्रह्मयोगः)
(The Supreme Lord said)
भूतग्रामः स एवायं भूत्वा भूत्वा प्रलीयते । रात्र्यागमेऽवशः पार्थ प्रभवत्यहरागमे ॥१९॥
bhūtagrāmaḥ sa evāyaṃ bhūtvā bhūtvā pralīyate | rātryāgame'vaśaḥ pārtha prabhavatyaharāgame ||19||
Complete Shloka Translation
O Partha, this same multitude of beings repeatedly comes into existence and dissolves helplessly at the coming of the night, arising again at the coming of the day.
Word-by-Word Translation (Padartha / Anvaya)
| Sanskrit Term (पद) | IAST Roman | English Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| भूतग्रामः | bhūtagrāmaḥ | multitude of beings |
| अवशः | avaśaḥ | helpless or without control |
| एवायं | sa | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| भूत्वा | evāyaṃ | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| प्रलीयते | bhūtvā | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| रात्र्यागमेऽवशः | pralīyate | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| पार्थ | rātryāgame'vaśaḥ | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| प्रभवत्यहरागमे | pārtha | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
| १९ | prabhavatyaharāgame | [term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ... |
multitude of beings
helpless or without control
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
[term] in context of O Partha, this same multitude ...
Detailed Commentary & Meaningful Thoughts
The recurrence continues the account of cosmic creation and dissolution. Helplessness concerns beings within these cycles; it does not cancel the chapter's repeated call to disciplined spiritual effort.
Philosophical Reflection & Self-Inquiry
"Recognize the changes beyond your control while choosing your response thoughtfully."
Inquiry Question to Ponder:
How can you respond thoughtfully to a change beyond your control?
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.