Category:Bhismadeva is an Authority
Theme Analysis
The status of Bhīṣmadeva as a recognized authority is a central pillar in the understanding of Vedic religion. Śrīla Prabhupāda explains that although Bhīṣmadeva appeared in a human form and functioned as a warrior, his spiritual attainment placed him among the twelve mahājanas, the greatest authorities in the universe. These personalities are the only reliable sources of religious principles because they are agents of the Lord authorized to propagate the path of bhakti-yoga. Bhīṣmadeva’s life illustrates that real authority is not derived from social status or mundane scholarship but from a state of spiritual perfection and unwavering devotion to Kṛṣṇa.
- The Twelve Authorized Agents of Religion - There are twelve specific personalities appointed as authorities to propagate religious principles. Bhīṣmadeva is among this group, which includes figures like Brahmā, Nārada, and Śiva. Following these authorities is the only way to avoid bewilderment and understand the true path of bhakti-yoga, as religious principles cannot be manufactured by imperfect speculation.
- Bhīṣmadeva as a Mahājana and Stalwart Devotee - Despite being a human warrior, Bhīṣmadeva attained spiritual perfection and became a recognized mahājana. His authority is rooted in his unwavering devotion and his role as a constant companion of the Lord. Śrīla Prabhupāda notes that his status is equal to that of the demigods because of his spiritual realization and his ability to clarify the doubts of even great kings like Yudhiṣṭhira.
- The Path of Chanting and Hearing - Bhīṣmadeva's Opinion - As an authority, Bhīṣmadeva provides definitive conclusions on the highest religious processes. He asserts that chanting and hearing about the Supreme Personality of Godhead is the supreme method for spiritual success. He also defines love of Godhead as the total redirection of affection from worldly persons toward the Lord.
- Conquering the Unconquerable through Devotion - A unique aspect of Bhīṣmadeva’s authority is his relationship with Kṛṣṇa on the battlefield. Although he fought against Kṛṣṇa and even pierced Him with arrows, he remained a great authority because his actions were grounded in pure devotion. His example shows that Kṛṣṇa, who is otherwise unconquerable, is conquered by the intense love of His stalwart devotees.
- Explore the synthesized essence of this category in this Vanipedia article: Beyond Mundane Morality - Bhismadeva as a Recognized Authority.
Pages in category "Bhismadeva is an Authority"
The following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total.
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- A great authority like Bhisma has explained that love of Godhead means completely giving up all so-called love for any other person
- According to SB, there are twelve authorities, & they are all famous because they were all great devotees of the Lord. These authorities are Brahma, Narada, Lord Siva, Manu, Kapila, Prahlada, Janaka, Bhisma, Sukadeva Gosvami, Bali, Yamaraja & the Kumaras
- According to the Vedic sastras there are twelve authorities. These are Svayambhu, Narada, Sambhu, Kumara, Kapila, Manu, prahlada, Janaka, Bhisma, Bali, Sukadeva Gosvami and Yamaraja. Svayambhu is Brahma, and Sambhu is Lord Siva
- Although Krsna is never conquered, still, you can conquer Him. How? Simply by becoming His beloved devotee. Just like Bhismadeva. Bhismadeva is one of the recognized stalwart devotee of Krsna, mahajana, authority
- As a mahajana (or authority) Bhismadeva was on the level of Brahma, Narada and Siva, although he was a human being. Qualification on a par with the great demigods is possible only on attainment of spiritual perfection
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- Bhisma is accepted as mahajana, as authority. And what was his business? He wanted to kill Krsna and Arjuna. Just try to understand. Therefore, we have to follow only the instruction of mahajana; otherwise, we'll be bewildered
- Bhisma is stated as one of the authority, mahajana. But what did he do? He fought against Krsna and pierced with his arrows. You know, we have stated in the Srimad-Bhagavatam
- Bhisma, he's authority. Next to Krsna, Bhisma is one of the authorities. There are twelve authorities: svayambhur naradah sambhuh kapilah kumaro manuh, prahlada bhisma janakah (SB 6.3.20). They are the authorities of piety, religion
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- One must follow in the footsteps of great authorities like Brahma, Siva, Narada, Manu, the Kumaras, Kapila, Prahlada, Bhisma, Sukadeva Gosvami, Yamaraja, Janaka, and Bali Maharaja
- Out of the twelve authorities, first is Lord Brahma; the next, Narada; the next, Lord Siva; then next, the Kumaras; then Kapiladeva; then Manu, Vaivasvata Manu; then Prahlada Maharaja; then Janaka Maharaja; then Bhismadeva; then Bali Maharaja
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- The bewilderment of Maharaja Yudhisthira over his past sinful acts and the resultant sufferings, etc., is completely negated by the great authority Bhisma (one of the twelve authorized persons)
- The great authority Bhismadeva has also given the opinion that this process of chanting and hearing about the Supreme Personality of Godhead is the highest religious process
- The twelve authorities are Brahma, Narada, Lord Siva and Kumara, Manu and Lord Kapila, Bhisma and Prahlada, Janaka and Yamaraja and this Sukadeva Gosvami, who is speaking the Srimad-Bhagavatam. Vaiyasaki. Vaiyasaki means - the son of Vyasadeva
- The twelve authorities are Brahma, Narada, Lord Siva, Manu, Kapila, Prahlada, Janaka, Bhisma, Sukadeva Gosvami, Bali, Yamaraja and the Kumaras. These personalities are still remembered because they were all great stalwart devotees of the Lord
- There are twelve authorities following the Sankhya philosophy, or bhakti-yoga, and these include Lord Brahma, Lord Siva, Kapiladeva, Manu, Bhismadeva, Janaka Maharaja, Sukadeva Gosvami and prahlada Maharaja
- This is Prahlada Maharaja. He is one of the authorities of Krsna consciousness. There are twelve authorities mentioned in the sastras: svayambhur naradah sambhuh kumarah kapilo manuh prahlado janako bhismo balir vaiyasakir vayam
- Twelve personalities - Brahma, Narada, Lord Siva, Kumara, Kapila, Manu, Prahlada Maharaja, Janaka Maharaja, Bhisma, Bali, Sukadeva Gosvami and Yamaraja - are agents of the Lord authorized to speak and propagate the principles of religion