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(गीता-18) ये आग किसने बुझाई है, ये जवानी क्यों बेच खाई है? || आचार्य प्रशांत, भगवद् गीता पर (2023)
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Shrimad Bhagavad Gita
Karma Yoga
Truth vs. Falsehood
Lokasangraham (Welfare of the world)
Shri Krishna
Desire (Kamna)
Detachment (Anasakti)
Dharma Yuddha
Description

Acharya Prashant begins by criticizing those who take breaks from listening to the Gita, comparing it to taking a break from breathing or eating. He asserts that one cannot take a break from essential things. He then addresses the tendency of people to merely wish for his work to succeed without contributing, stating that the world does not run on wishes but requires warriors who are willing to act. He emphasizes that if you truly stand with the truth, it becomes impossible for you to lose. The speaker explains that what is written in one's destiny is incomplete, and it is our choice that completes it. He defines 'Ayodhya' as the place where war is not possible, which is why Ram, who is beyond conflict, is said to be from there. Observing the world, the speaker notes two things: first, the state of the world is not good, and second, those who are driven by desire and destructive tendencies appear the most energetic and enthusiastic. Conversely, those who are not destructive or desire-driven often seem less enthusiastic and indifferent. This is the reason for the world's poor condition—it is led by people operating from lower levels of consciousness and self-interest. He quotes a shloka from the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 3, Verse 25), explaining that just as the ignorant work with great intensity for their attachments, the wise should work with the same intensity for the welfare of the world, but without attachment. Acharya Prashant challenges the common understanding of 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth alone triumphs), clarifying that it is not a guaranteed outcome in life. The victory between truth and falsehood depends on one's choice. If your love for truth is greater than your attachment to illusion (Maya), then truth will prevail in your life. He laments that the world is in a dire state because most people, including the talented, have aligned themselves with falsehood. The forces of falsehood are numerous and have high morale, while the supporters of truth are few, weak, and filled with doubt. The real battle is not against the opponents but against the weakness and hesitation within one's own camp. He concludes by stating that to make truth win, one must have a love for truth that is stronger than the ignorant person's attachment to their desires. If the one standing for falsehood can endure hardship, the one standing for truth must be willing to endure more. This requires surrendering the 'I' and letting the truth itself act. He says that Shri Krishna is essentially telling Arjun to learn from the dedication of the ignorant. If the one running on ego can do so much, the one running on the Self should be able to do even more. The victory of truth in your life depends on your choice and the depth of your love for it.