Chapter 4 • Verse 16

Jnana Karma Sanyasa Yoga

The Yoga of Knowledge and Renunciation

Sanskrit Verse

Kim karma kim akarmeti kavayo 'py atra mohitah, tat te karma pravakshyami yaj jnatva mokshyase 'shubhat

Translation & Meaning

Even the wise are bewildered as to what is action and what is inaction. I shall teach you what action is, knowing which you shall be freed from all inauspiciousness.

Key Teachings

  • The nature of right action is subtle and requires divine instruction
  • Confusion about action and inaction is universal
  • Correct understanding of action is itself liberating

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