Hinduism

Chapter9— The Yoga of the Royal Secret

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Chapter Nine of the Bhagavad Gita, often titled the Yoga of the Royal Secret, serves as a pivotal theological climax within the larger epic. Here, Krishna synthesizes the preceding discourses on karma and dharma by revealing the supreme efficacy of bhakti, or loving devotion, as the most direct path to liberation. The chapter articulates the doctrine of divine immanence, asserting that the Absolute permeates all creation while simultaneously accepting humble offerings from the sincere heart.

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King James Version (1611)

1611 · Public domain

The most influential English translation ever made. Sometimes archaic, but the standard PD English text.

Translators commissioned by King James I of England, 1604–1611

To those who are constantly devoted and worship Me with love, I give the understanding by which they can come to Me. ²⁶Whosoever offereth to Me with devotion a leaf, a flower, a fruit, or water, that offering of love, of the pure of heart, I accept.The Sacred Meal

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