Arjuna Quote by Devdutt Pattanaik
““Arjuna, he who does not hate anyone, is friendly and compassionate always, is not possessive and self-indulgent, stable in pleasure and pain, forgiving, contained, controlled and firm in his love for me, in heart and head, is much loved by me.—Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 12, verses 13 and 14 (paraphrased).””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12 verses 13‑14, ancient Hindu text
True devotion is marked by impartial love, self‑control, and steadiness amid pleasure and pain.
In simple terms: Love without bias and stay steady.
Key Takeaway
Practice unconditional love and inner stability.
Themes
spirituality
love
self‑control
balance
forgiveness
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
scriptural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- relationship building
- personal development
Key Concepts
devotion
non‑attachment
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay compassionate toward those you dislike?
- What practices help you remain steady in hardship?
A Different Perspective
Maintaining impartial love can be challenging in close relationships.
![“The god Krishna says: I love the man who hates not nor exults, who mourns not nor desires … who is the same to friend and foe, [the same] whether he be respected or despised, the same in heat and cold, in pleasure and in pain, who has put away attachment and remains unmoved by praise or blame ……” quote by Jonathan Haidt](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fe9/jonathan-haidt-1823_god_the-god-krishna-says-i-love-the-man-who_331805.jpg)
