Chapter 2 • Verse 39

Sankhya Yoga

The Yoga of Knowledge

Sanskrit Verse

Esha te 'bhihita sankhye buddhir yoge tv imam shrinu buddhya yukto yaya partha karma-bandham prahasyasi

Translation & Meaning

So far I have declared to you the wisdom of Sankhya philosophy. Now hear about Yoga, by which you shall break through the bonds of karma. Having explained the Sankhya (philosophical analysis of the self), Krishna now transitions to the practical path of Yoga — specifically karma yoga, the yoga of selfless action.

Key Teachings

  • •Sankhya wisdom and yoga practice are complementary paths
  • •Karma yoga breaks the bondage of karmic consequences
  • •Theory and practice must be united for spiritual liberation

Topics

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