Numerous
Bhagavad-gita As It Is
BG Chapters 1 - 6
As a practical man, Arjuna thought it was impossible to follow this system of yoga, even though he was favorably endowed in many ways. He belonged to the royal family and was highly elevated in terms of numerous qualities; he was a great warrior, he had great longevity, and, above all, he was the most intimate friend of Lord Kṛṣṇa, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Five thousand years ago, Arjuna had much better facilities than we do now, yet he refused to accept this system of yoga. In fact, we do not find any record in history of his practicing it at any time. Therefore this system must be considered generally impossible in this Age of Kali. Of course it may be possible for some very few, rare men, but for the people in general it is an impossible proposal. If this were so five thousand years ago, then what of the present day? Those who are imitating this yoga system in different so-called schools and societies, although complacent, are certainly wasting their time. They are completely in ignorance of the desired goal.
Page Title: | Numerous |
Compiler: | Mayapur, RupaManjari |
Created: | 12 of Oct, 2011 |
Totals by Section: | BG=2, SB=27, CC=9, OB=13, Lec=7, Con=2, Let=7 |
No. of Quotes: | 67 |