Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 1, Verse 1

The first verse of the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture, along with a commentary by Swami Mukundananda. The verse describes the armies of the Kauravas and Pandavas assembled at Kurukshetra, poised for battle. Swami Mukundananda's commentary explores King Dhritarashtra's conflicted emotions as he inquires about the armies' activities, highlighting his guilt and fear regarding the impending war's consequences. The commentary emphasizes the significance of Kurukshetra as a sacred battlefield and Dhritarashtra's internal struggle. The text also provides a translation of the verse into English and various language options for accessing the text.