तं राजसूयं सुहृदः कार्यम आहुः समेत्य मे तत्र मे निश्चिततमं तव कृष्णगिरा भवेत ।। २-१२-३७ ।।
'My friends and counselors have advised me to perform the Rajasuya sacrifice. However, O Krishna, your words shall be my ultimate guidance in this matter.' ।। 2-12-37 ।।
परियम एव परीप्सन्ते के चिद आत्मणि यद धितम एवं परायाश च दृश्यन्ते जनवादाः परयॊजने ।। २-१२-३९ ।।
'Some desire only what is pleasing to themselves, even if it is harmful. Thus, in most cases, popular opinions are seen to serve a purpose.' ।। 2-12-39 ।।
'However, O Krishna, you transcend these motivations. You have conquered both desire and anger. It is fitting for you to advise me on what is most beneficial for the world.' ।। 2-12-40 ।।