Shloka 13
Kṛṣṇa Teases Rukmiṇī; Her Devotional Reply and the Lord’s Assurance
अस्पष्टवर्त्मनां पुंसामलोकपथमीयुषाम् । आस्थिता: पदवीं सुभ्रु प्राय: सीदन्ति योषित: ॥ १३ ॥
aspaṣṭa-vartmanām puṁsām aloka-patham īyuṣām āsthitāḥ padavīṁ su-bhru prāyaḥ sīdanti yoṣitaḥ
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FAQs
In this verse, Kṛṣṇa warns that following someone whose direction is uncertain and socially unaccountable can lead to suffering; the implication is to align one’s choices with clarity, dharma, and trustworthy character.
Kṛṣṇa is speaking to Rukmiṇī in their intimate dialogue, using pointed, teasing instruction to highlight the risk of relying on a man whose plans and movements are difficult to understand—framing a lesson on discernment and steadiness in relationships.
Avoid committing your life to leaders or partners who are evasive, inconsistent, or lack transparent values; seek clarity, accountability, and dharmic alignment before making major emotional or life decisions.