Chapter 3 • Verse 15

Karma Yoga

The Yoga of Action

Sanskrit Verse

Karma brahmodbhavam viddhi brahmaakshara-samudbhavam, tasmat sarva-gatam brahma nityam yajne pratishthitam

Translation & Meaning

Know that prescribed action arises from the Vedas, and the Vedas arise from the imperishable Brahman. Therefore the all-pervading Brahman is eternally established in sacrifice. Sacred duty has its root in the Absolute.

Key Teachings

  • Scriptural duty originates in the eternal Brahman
  • Sacrifice connects the individual to the Absolute
  • All-pervading divinity is present in righteous action

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