Arjuna

Devotee & Warrior

The great Pandava warrior and skilled archer. Overwhelmed by moral dilemma on the battlefield, he seeks guidance from Krishna, becoming the ideal disciple.

Speaking: Chapter 2, Verse 8

Verse 8

Sānkhya Yoga — The Yoga of Discernment

I do not see how I can dispel this grief that is withering my senses, even if I were to obtain an unrivaled and prosperous kingdom on earth or even the sovereignty of the gods.

Context & Meaning

Arjuna cannot see how even obtaining a kingdom or godhood would relieve his grief.