Krishna Quotes

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Krishna
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Krishna

traditionally 3228 Ashtami (Bhadrapada, BCE) – Around 3102 BCE

Krishna is a central figure in Hinduism and is worshipped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu. He is known for his teachings in the Bhagavad Gita, where he explains concepts like Dharma, Karma, and devotion. Krishna played a key role in the Mahabharata as a guide to Arjuna. His life stories from Vrindavan symbolize love, joy, and divine wisdom.

156 quotes in this collection

"They live in wisdom who see themselves in all and all in them. A grounded truth behind cosmic laws and human existence."

-- Krishna

"The senses are higher than the body, the mind higher than the senses; above the mind is the intellect, and above the intellect is the Atman. Let this sacred wisdom inspire a life of selfless action."

-- Krishna

"Set your heart upon your work, but never on its reward. Words of spiritual guidance tailored for the seeking soul."

-- Krishna

"Lust, anger, and greed are the three doors to hell. A grounded truth behind cosmic laws and human existence."

-- Krishna

"Through selfless service, you will always be fruitful and find the fulfillment of your desires. Let this sacred wisdom inspire a life of selfless action."

-- Krishna

"The peace of God is with them whose mind and soul are in harmony, who are free from desire and wrath. This remains a cornerstone of spiritual wisdom."

-- Krishna

"A man's own self is his friend, a man's own self is his foe. Such is the divine perspective of the Bhagavad Gita."

-- Krishna

"He who has no attachments can really love others, for his love is pure and divine. A profound reflection on dharma, karma, and the soul."

-- Krishna

"Calmness, gentleness, silence, self-restraint, and purity: these are the disciplines of the mind. This eternal wisdom still guides millions on their life path."

-- Krishna

"One who sees inaction in action, and action in inaction, is intelligent among men. An enduring thought on duty and remaining unattached."

-- Krishna

"Perform your obligatory duty, because action is indeed better than inaction. This powerful statement captures the essence of divine truth."

-- Krishna

"A gift is pure when it is given from the heart to the right person at the right time and at the right place, and when we expect nothing in return. A practical insight into mastering the mind and finding peace."

-- Krishna

"I am the beginning, middle, and end of creation. Words of spiritual guidance tailored for the seeking soul."

-- Krishna

"No one who does good work will ever come to a bad end, either here or in the world to come. An enduring thought on duty and remaining unattached."

-- Krishna

"Fear not what is not real, never was and never will be. What is real, always was and cannot be destroyed. This powerful statement captures the essence of divine truth."

-- Krishna

"For the soul there is neither birth nor death at any time. A practical insight into mastering the mind and finding peace."

-- Krishna

"I am the beginning, middle, and end of creation. A profound reflection on dharma, karma, and the soul."

-- Krishna

"They live in wisdom who see themselves in all and all in them. This eternal wisdom still guides millions on their life path."

-- Krishna

"The senses are higher than the body, the mind higher than the senses; above the mind is the intellect, and above the intellect is the Atman. An enduring thought on duty and remaining unattached."

-- Krishna

"You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of work. This powerful statement captures the essence of divine truth."

-- Krishna

"The soul is neither born, and nor does it die. A practical insight into mastering the mind and finding peace."

-- Krishna

"When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a lamp in a windless place. Words of spiritual guidance tailored for the seeking soul."

-- Krishna

"A person is made by their belief. As they believe, so they become. A grounded truth behind cosmic laws and human existence."

-- Krishna

"Whatever happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening, is happening for the good. Let this sacred wisdom inspire a life of selfless action."

-- Krishna

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Krishna is a central figure in Hinduism and is worshipped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu. He is known for his teachings in the Bhagavad Gita, where he explains concepts like Dharma, Karma, and devotion. Krishna played a key role…

One of Krishna's most widely shared quotes is: "Yoga is skill in action.".

On wisdom, Krishna said: "Delusion arises from anger. The mind is bewildered by delusion.".

On action, Krishna said: "Perform your duty with a steady mind, O Arjuna, abandoning attachment to success or failure.".

Krishna's quotes endure because they turn ideas about Wisdom, Action, Success, Discipline into clear, memorable language that is easy to relate to and share.

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