Chapter 3 • Verse 4

Karma Yoga

The Yoga of Action

Sanskrit Verse

Na karmanam anarambhan naishkarmyam purusho 'shnute, na ca sannyasanad eva siddhim samadhigacchati

Translation & Meaning

Not by abstaining from action does one attain freedom from action. Nor by mere renunciation does one attain perfection.

Key Teachings

  • Action is necessary for spiritual growth
  • Renunciation doesn't mean inaction
  • Work intelligently, don't avoid it

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