Welcome to Chapter 1 of the Bhagavad Gita — Arjuna Vishada Yoga (The Yoga of Arjuna’s Despair).

In this episode, listen to the original Sanskrit shlokas from the first chapter of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, followed by clear and easy-to-understand English explanations.

Chapter 1 sets the stage for the divine conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Faced with the emotional conflict of fighting against his own relatives, teachers, and loved ones, Arjuna experiences deep sorrow, confusion, and moral dilemma.

This chapter explores:

• Arjuna’s emotional turmoil
• The conflict between duty and attachment
• Dharma and righteousness
• The beginning of spiritual awakening
• The setting of the Mahabharata war

Whether you are new to the Bhagavad Gita or revisiting its timeless teachings, this episode offers a meaningful introduction to one of the world’s greatest spiritual scriptures.

Listen to the Sanskrit verses with English meaning and begin your journey through all 18 chapters of the Bhagavad Gita.