gods in the Hindu culture
There are a diverse number of gods in the Hindu culture. In this context, Krishna explains to Arjuna that there is only one God, and every action that is carried out should respect the preferences of this God. He explains that whatever someone offers with a good and pure heart to this God, be it the food, fruits, or flowers; He will accept it and bless whoever has given the sacrifice. Earlier in the text, it is explained that the Self is the centre of everything that happens to humanity and that humanity should be devoted to him and that they should recognize him as the only entity responsible for their existence. He controls everything that happens in the world, and those who cling to their understanding are doomed to fail in their ways.
Sacrifices made by humanity to the Self shows that they recognize his power and are devoted to follow him and do as he instructs. Humanity must make everything they do to be a sacrifice to the Self. This includes their actions, the food that they take, and the offerings that they provide. This is the only way that they can be free from Karma’s bondage and from its repercussions, be they hurtful or pleasant.
Giving an offering to the Self means dedicating something to God with a clean heart as a show of gratitude for what he has done for him and others around him. It is a step of faith that is rewarded by God, for it shows humility and appreciation. An example of a sacrifice that can be made is of food. One can decide to offer food to God as a way of appreciating the good he has done in his or her life, and God will surely receive this and bless whoever took this step. People must recognize the role God plays in their lives and give back to him by ensuring that they dedicate everything they do to him alone.