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That same ancient Yoga has been today taught to thee by Me, for thou art My devotee and My friend; it is the supreme secret.

That same ancient yoga I have taught to you today, because you are my devotee and my friend. This is indeed the highest secret.

Krishna tells Arjuna why he has received this teaching: because he is both bhakta, devotee, and sakhā, friend. The two words describe a relationship of trust and affection, not just of instruction. Krishna calls the teaching an uttama rahasya, the highest secret, not because it is hidden by rule but because it opens only to one who approaches it with closeness and sincerity. The verse brings in, for the first time, the language of devotion (bhakti) that will grow in importance across the Gita.