Sample Verse Cards
Each card features the verse reference, Sanskrit text, transliteration, English translation, and thematic categorization. Perfect for printing, framing, or using as meditation focal points.
Bhagavad Gita 2.47
karmany evadhikaras te
ma phaleshu kadachana
"You have the right to work only, never to its fruits. Let not the fruits of action be your motive, nor let your attachment be to inaction."
Karma Yoga
Bhagavad Gita 2.20
na jayate mriyate va kadachin
nayam bhutva bhavita va na bhuyah
"The soul is never born nor does it die. It has not come into being, does not come into being, and will not come into being. It is unborn, eternal, ever-existing, and primeval."
Eternal Soul
Bhagavad Gita 6.5
uddhared atmanatmanam
natmanam avasadayet
"One must elevate, not degrade, oneself by one's own mind. The mind alone is the friend of the soul, and the mind alone is the enemy of the soul."
Mind Control
Bhagavad Gita 18.66
sarva-dharman parityajya
mam ekam sharanam vraja
"Abandon all varieties of dharmas and just surrender unto Me. I shall deliver you from all sinful reactions. Do not fear."
Surrender
Bhagavad Gita 2.14
matra-sparshas tu kaunteya
shitoshna-sukha-duhkha-dah
"O son of Kunti, the contacts of the senses with sense objects give rise to feelings of cold and heat, pleasure and pain. They are transient, arising and disappearing. Bear them patiently."
Equanimity
Bhagavad Gita 9.22
ananyash chintayanto mam
ye janah paryupasate
"To those who worship Me alone, thinking of no other, to those ever-united in devotion, I carry what they lack and preserve what they have."
Divine Protection
Create Your Own Custom Cards
Want to create cards for specific verses? Visit any verse page on our site and use the print function, or simply:
- Browse our complete verse collection
- Find verses that resonate with your current spiritual journey
- Note the Sanskrit text, transliteration, and translation
- Create your own cards using the template format shown above
- Add personal notes or reflections on the back of each card
The Srimad Gita App also allows you to save favorite verses and share them easily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I use printable Gita verse cards?
Printable Gita verse cards can be used for daily meditation focus, as desk or wall reminders, for memorization practice, in study groups, as bookmarks, or as thoughtful spiritual gifts. Print them on card stock for durability, laminate for longer use, or frame your favorites for display in your home or meditation space.
What verses are included in the printable card sets?
Our printable verse card sets include the most profound and practical verses from the Bhagavad Gita. The Essential 12 set includes the most famous verses like
BG 2.47 (karma yoga),
BG 2.20 (eternal soul),
BG 6.5 (mind control), and
BG 18.66 (surrender). Thematic sets organize verses by topics like peace, courage, wisdom, and devotion.
What paper should I use for printing verse cards?
For best results, use card stock paper (65-110 lb weight). This provides durability for daily handling while still fitting through most home printers. For cards you'll use frequently, consider laminating them or using a protective sleeve. Premium photo paper also works well for display cards you plan to frame.
Can I share these cards with my study group?
Yes, these cards are designed for personal and educational use. You're welcome to print sets for your study group, meditation circle, or spiritual community. We only ask that you don't sell the cards commercially. For larger events or organizations, please contact us about bulk options.
How do I memorize Sanskrit verses using these cards?
Use the cards as flashcards: read the Sanskrit on one side, recall the meaning, then check the translation. Start with one verse and practice daily until you can recite it from memory. Listen to audio pronunciations in our
Srimad Gita App while looking at the card. Gradually add more verses as you master each one.