Theological Concept

Purushottama

पुरुषोत्तम
The Supreme Person
9/10 Difficulty
9/10 Importance
5 Chapters
6 Key Verses

In Simple Terms

The Supreme — beyond matter, beyond even the impersonal infinite, the fullness that contains everything.

Overview

The Supreme Person who transcends both the perishable and the imperishable. Chapter 15 reveals God as the one who pervades and sustains all worlds — beyond even Brahman.

Why It Matters

Purushottama is the Gita's highest theological statement — God is not just beyond the world but its living sustainer.

Where It Appears

Primary chapters

Secondary chapters

Key Verses

Study these verses to understand Purushottama

15.15 15.16 15.17 15.18 15.19 15.20

Related Concepts

Brahman Atman Purusha Prakriti Avatara

Prerequisites

Study these concepts first: Brahman, Purusha

Advanced Topics

Continue to: —

Revision

30-Second

Purushottama (The Supreme Person) — The Supreme — beyond matter, beyond even the impersonal infinite, the fullness t...

Key Verse

15.15

Found In

Primary: Ch. 15

Study in Learning Blocks

Find this concept taught in detail across these structured lessons:

Chapter 15 Blocks →

← All Concepts Chapter Library →