Arjuna Quote by Padma Viswanathan
““Perhaps terror and peace became the same thing when life's mysteries were unveiled. In the Bhagavad Gita, when Krishna reveals his divine form at Arjuna's request, Arjuna is terrified at seeing what no mortal can stand to see. But the end to human doubt surely must also bring with it a definite, final peace.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Bhagavad Gita and the Paradox of Terror and Peace" by Padma Viswanathan, 2020
Encountering divine revelation can be terrifying, yet it ultimately leads to profound peace.
In simple terms: Seeing the divine is scary but brings peace.
Embrace fear as a path to deeper peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious experience
- personal crisis
- meditation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting fear change your perception?
- What practices help transform terror into peace?
Fear may overwhelm without guidance.