First thirteen of twenty six divine merits explained in the Bhagavad Gita: Couplets

Lord Krishna outlines 26 divine merits (Daivi Sampada) that lead a seeker toward self-realization and liberation. These virtues, values or human qualities serve as as standards for inner growth and spiritual development of a person looking for higher purpose of life beyond body-senses-mind confine..

Here are the first 13 divine merits that have been narrated in couplets.

 1. Fearlessness
No fear inside, a quiet soul,
Clean thoughts 'n feelings make us whole.

2. Piousness
No evils within, mind is free,
Purity arises for all to see

3. Steadfastness
Learn deep and sit, with steady mind,
strive, go on, leave all thought behind.

4. Charity
To share what's yours, a willing grace,
Be generous, bring smile to every face

5. Self restraint
Senses held back, a patient wait,
no reactions to seal a kinder fate.

6. Responsibility
Do what is right, with all your might.
Be proactive with keen foresight.

7. Contemplative self-study
In quiet thought, the holy words we see,
And looking inward, set our spirit free.

8. Austerity
Austerity is gentle guide,
Where simple virtues can reside.

9. Straightforwardness 
What we think, and say, and do,
Is honest, kind, and always true.

10. Non-violence
Your heart so kind, let love reside,
No harm to creatures, far and wide.

11. Truthfulness
Speak words that help, be honest and bright,
Let truth be your compass, shining its light.

12 Controlling anger
Anger fades, a peaceful state,
Letting go, seals our fate.

13. Renunciation
Ego gone, desires cease,
Finding inner, lasting peace.

Divine merits from 14-26 are listed as follows

14. Peacefulness; inner tranquility free from mental agitation.

15. Absence of malice: No fault-finding; not speaking ill of others.

16. Compassion: Loving kindness for all living creatures.

17. Absence of greed; Detachment from sense objects and sensual gratifications.

18. Gentleness: Mildness and polite behaviour with consideration for others .

19. Modesty:  Healthy shame that prevents one from acting improperly.

20.  Steadiness; Absence of physical and mental fickleness and restlessness.

21.  Graceful Radiance:  Character; presence, spiritual vigor and confidence.

22. Forgiveness;  Ability to pardon those who wrong you.

23. Fortitude: Patience and the willpower to bear misfortunes.

24. Cleanliness; External purity of the body and internal purity of the mind.

25. Non-hatred; Bearing enmity towards none and seeking no revenge.

26. Absence of conceit. No vanity; not being proud of own virtues or status.