Sañjaya sets the scene for the divine instruction. He says that Lord Kṛṣṇa, standing between the two armies, spoke to the grieving Arjuna ‘prahasann iva’, or as if smiling. This smile is iconic and carries deep meaning. Kṛṣṇa’s smile indicates that He is not disturbed by the crisis; He sees it as a delusion that can be easily removed by knowledge. While Arjuna is crying, Kṛṣṇa is calm and cheerful, showing the difference between the bound soul and the liberated Lord. Kṛṣṇa is about to take on the role of the Universal Teacher. The casual friendship is suspended, and the serious philosophical discourse begins. This moment marks the transition from the narrative setup to the spiritual heart of the Bhagavad-gītā, where the eternal truths of the soul are revealed.