Arjuna collapses in sorrow on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, overwhelmed by the prospect of fighting his teachers and kin.

Lord Krishna introduces the eternal nature of the soul, the duty of a warrior, and the path of detached action (Karma Yoga).

Krishna explains how performing one's duties without attachment to results yields spiritual liberation and sustains cosmic order.

The history of the Gita, the descent of Avatars, and how wisdom burns the karma of actions like a blazing fire.

Comparing the renunciation of actions with selfless activity, proving that internal detachment is the true path to peace.

Detailed instructions on controlling the mind through meditation, pranayama, and stable yogic discipline.

Krishna describes His material and spiritual energies, and how to pierce the divine illusion (Maya) by surrendering to Him.

The science of focus at the moment of death, the nature of the cosmos, and the imperishable supreme destination.

The most confidential knowledge: Krishna's all-pervasive nature and the power of pure, unalloyed loving devotion (Bhakti).

Krishna reveals His divine opulences and forms, explaining that every beautiful and powerful creation is but a spark of His glory.

Arjuna is granted divine eyes and beholds Krishna's staggering, infinite cosmic form, which encompasses all time, space, and gods.

A beautiful definition of the ideal devotee: Krishna describes the qualities of one who is dearest to Him.

Analyzing the human body as the 'field' (Kshetra) and the soul/God as the 'knower of the field' (Kshetrajna).

How the forces of Sattva (goodness), Rajas (passion), and Tamas (ignorance) bind the soul, and how to transcend them.

The metaphor of the upside-down Banyan tree of material existence, and the identity of Krishna as the Supreme Divine Person.

Identifying the qualities that lead to liberation (fearlessness, purity) versus those that lead to bondage (anger, pride).

Classifying faith, food, charity, austerity, and sacrifice into three modes: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas.

The grand synthesis of the entire Gita: Krishna details surrender, duty, and spiritual freedom, concluding with the ultimate assurance.