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Chapter 3 • Verse 13

Karma Yoga

The Yoga of Action

Sanskrit Verse

Yajna-shishtashinah santo mucyante sarva-kilbishaih, bhunjate te tv agham papa ye pacanty atma-karanat

Translation & Meaning

The spiritually-minded, who eat food that is first offered in sacrifice, are released from all kinds of sin. Others, who cook food for their own enjoyment, verily eat only sin.

Key Teachings

  • Share before consuming
  • Gratitude in all actions
  • Selfish consumption binds us

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