As part of Chapter 18, Krishna explains the meaning of renunciation and the effects of the modes of nature on human consciousness and activity. He explains, Brahman realization, the glories of the Bhagavad-Gita, and the ultimate conclusion of the Gita: the highest path of religion is absolute, unconditional loving surrender unto Lord Krishna, which frees one from all sins, brings one to complete enlightenment, and enables one to return to Krishna's eternal spiritual abode