In Hinduism, this profound statement means that the entire universe—its laws, actions, dharma, adharma, and the results of every deed—functions within the cosmic system established by Shri Krishna.
But this does not mean Krishna forces us to commit sin.
An Illustration to Understand This
Imagine a boat moving across the ocean.
- The ocean is the environment created by Krishna.
- The direction of the boat is decided by the boatman—us.
Krishna gives the ocean, the wind, and the path…
But how we navigate the boat is our own choice.
This freedom is what we call Free Will.
Do We Commit Sin Because Krishna Wants It?
No.
Krishna never forces anyone to commit wrong actions.
He only sets the circumstances of life.
We use our own nature, intelligence, and inner tendencies to decide our actions.
When we fall into desire, anger, greed, or ego—those choices are ours.
Krishna simply watches:
What lesson will this soul learn from the results of these actions?
Krishna Controls the Universe—Not Our Choices
If Krishna forced us to sin or do good, then why would He say in the Bhagavad Gita:
“Uddhared ātmanātmānaṁ”
—“Lift yourself by yourself.”
Why would He say:
“As people remember Me, I reward them accordingly.”
And in Chapter 18 Krishna clearly tells Arjuna:
“I have given you knowledge.
Now reflect deeply and act as you desire.”
This shows:
Krishna gives the path, the light, and the wisdom—
But the decision belongs to us.
Your Actions Are Yours—The Results Are Krishna’s Law
Krishna created fire,
But if you place your hand into fire, you will be burned.
That is Krishna’s universal system.
A leaf does not move without Krishna’s permission—
But which path you walk,
what action you take,
and what consequences you face—
these are shaped by your own choices.
The Greatest Gift: Human Free Will
My dear devotees,
Understand one thing deeply:
Krishna runs everything,
but He never forces you to do anything.
The moment you start thinking,
“Whatever I do, Krishna is making me do it”—
that moment your conscience dies.
This is not only wrong—
it is a great sin.
Because Krishna gave you the most powerful gift in the universe:
Free Will.
No other living being has this gift—only humans.
You can walk the path of truth,
or you can jump into darkness.
The choice is entirely yours.
To say “Krishna made me do it”
is to place your sins on Krishna’s shoulders.
What a terrible mistake!
Your Desires Lead You to Sin—Not Krishna
When you lie, cheat, fall into lust, anger, greed, or temptation—
you do so by your own intention.
Krishna does not commit sin through your hands.
Your own uncontrolled desires drag you down.
Krishna simply observes:
Where will this soul use its power?
Arjuna Had the Bow—Krishna Only Guided
Krishna showed Arjuna two paths.
But who walked?
Arjuna.
On the battlefield:
- Krishna drove the chariot
- Arjuna released the arrows
Just like that:
Krishna guides your life—
but your karma, sin, and virtue are your choices.
When You Trust Krishna—Everything Becomes Grace
If you stay connected with Krishna,
everything in your life becomes a blessing.
But if you turn away from Krishna,
you must face the results of your actions alone.
Not tomorrow…
Not in another birth…
But immediately.
The farther you move from Krishna,
the deeper the darkness becomes.
Where Krishna is Remembered, Sin Cannot Enter
Krishna-remembrance is like fire—
it burns the seeds of sin instantly.
But those who turn away from Krishna
become slaves of their own desires.
They suffer…
They wander in lust, greed, confusion…
They think they are free—
but in truth,
they are slaves of their own mind.
Birth after birth…
Sorrow after sorrow…
Loneliness…
Pain…
Endless consequences…
Such is the destiny of those who abandon Krishna.
Not because Krishna leaves them—
but because they lose their way.
Krishna Controls Everything—But Not Your Decision
Whichever direction you choose,
you will receive that result.
If you hold Krishna,
He will lift you up.
If you let go of Krishna,
no one in this universe can save you.
2:Why We Suffer in This Material World
Today we are trapped in the material world—
crushed in the endless cycle of birth and death,
running endlessly between joy and sorrow.
Why?
Because we have turned away from Shri Krishna.
Our suffering exists only because we are Krishna–averse.
When we turn our face away from Krishna,
we walk toward our own destruction.
The Wrong Notion: “Krishna Does Everything”
Many people say:
“Krishna is doing everything… He is making us act.”
No!
Saying this means placing your sins on Krishna’s shoulders.
This is the argument of someone who has no devotion—
the logic of an asura.
Krishna gave you willpower.
You did not return it to Him.
Instead, you used it for:
- sense enjoyment,
- pride and ego,
- lust and material desires.
And after all this, you say:
“I didn’t do anything—Krishna made me do it!”
Is this how a devotee speaks?
No.
This is the self-destructive excuse of a sinner.
“By Any Means, Fix Your Mind on Krishna”
The scriptures loudly proclaim:
“Somehow or other, fix your mind on Krishna!”
This is the secret doorway to liberation.
Turn the direction of your mind toward the Lotus Feet of Krishna.
This alone is your duty, your work, your path.
If you avoid this path,
even if you chant thousands of names,
even if you practice for a thousand years—
it yields no fruit.
If the mind does not attach itself to Krishna,
then every action you perform
will burn you again and again—
birth after birth.
“Why Should I Call God First?” — A Misguided Question
Some people say:
“We came to this world to enjoy.
Why should I call God first?
Why won’t He call me?”
This is not devotion.
This is the voice of ego.
Some say:
“Let God call me first—then I will turn to Him.”
This statement is soaked in pride.
Is Krishna your servant?
Will He come to flatter you?
Will He fall at your feet and say:
“Please remember Me?”
No!
This is not devotion.
This is the cry of one drowning in ignorance.
Krishna Wants Only One Thing From You
Shri Krishna does not want:
- your wealth,
- your status,
- your pride.
He wants only one thing:
Your mind.
He says:
“Just become My devotee.
I will take care of everything else.”
The day you align your will
with Krishna’s will—
from that very moment,
your responsibility becomes Krishna’s responsibility.
You become protected.
You become Krishna’s beloved.
Hold Krishna, and He Will Lift You Up
If you hold onto Krishna,
He will lift you higher than this material world.
If you let go of Krishna,
no force in the universe can save you.
Offer Your Willpower to Krishna
Decide today:
“I will offer my willpower to Krishna.”
Then the joys and sorrows of this world,
sin and virtue,
birth and death—
none of these will bind you anymore.
You will rise above the material illusion
and reach a life filled with eternal joy.