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तेषां नित्याभियुक्तानां योगक्षेमं वहाम्यहम् || 22||
ananyāśh chintayanto māṁ ye janāḥ paryupāsate
teṣhāṁ nityābhiyuktānāṁ yoga-kṣhemaṁ vahāmyaham
There are those who always think of Me and engage in exclusive devotion to Me. To them, whose minds are always absorbed in Me, I provide what they lack and preserve what they already possess.
Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 9, Verse 22
Yogakshemam Vahamyaham is a famous promise from the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 9, Verse 22) where Lord Krishna assures devotees that he personally takes responsibility for their welfare. He states that for those constantly absorbed in him, he provides what they lack (Yoga) and protects what they already have (Kshema).
Core Meaning of the Verse (BG 9.22)
- Ananyaśh chintayanto māṁ ye janāḥ paryupāsate – Those who worship me with exclusive devotion.
- Teṣhāṁ nityābhiyuktānāṁ yoga-kṣhemaṁ vahāmyaham – For those who are always devoted to me, I bear the burden of their maintenance.
- Yoga (Acquisition): Obtaining what is needed.
- Kṣhema (Protection): Preserving what is already acquired.
Context in the Geeta
- This verse occurs in the middle of the Bhagavad Gita, often described as a crucial promise or “gem” regarding divine protection and grace.
Common Misinterpretations
- The promise is often misunderstood as a free pass for laziness or to avoid personal effort, but the verse implies a high level of spiritual dedication (“always absorbed in me”).
- It is not a promise of material accumulation, but rather a guarantee that a devotee’s true spiritual and life needs will be met.
Key Takeaway
The verse is a powerful declaration of God’s love and commitment to his devotees, promising security and support in their journey.
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