Perfect renunciation (karm sanyās) is difficult to attain without performing work in devotion (karm yog), O mighty-armed Arjun. However, the sage who is adept in karm yog quickly attains the Supreme. Description The word “ātmā” has been used in multiple ways in the Vedic literature: for God, for the soul, for the mind, and for …
Perfect renunciation (karm sanyās) is difficult to attain without performing work in devotion (karm yog), O mighty-armed Arjun. However, the sage who is adept in karm yog quickly attains the Supreme. Description Living in seclusion, a yogi may feel renounced, but true renunciation is tested in the world. For instance, a sadhu practiced austerities for …
The supreme state attained through karm sanyās (renunciation of actions) can also be achieved through karm yog (working in devotion). Therefore, those who recognize the equivalence of karm sanyās and karm yog have true insight. Description In spiritual practice, the intention of the mind is what truly matters, not the external activities. One may physically …
Only the ignorant consider sānkhya (the path of renunciation of actions or karm sanyās) and karm yog (the path of work in devotion) to be distinct. The truly wise understand that by earnestly following either of these paths, one can attain the benefits of both. Description Shree Krishna uses the term sānkhya to refer to …
Karm yogis, who are free from desires and aversions, are to be considered truly renounced. Unaffected by dualities, they easily attain liberation from the bonds of material existence. Description Karm yogis continue to fulfill their worldly duties while practicing internal detachment. They accept both positive and negative outcomes with equanimity, viewing them as the grace …
The Supreme Lord said: “Both the path of karm sanyās (renunciation of actions) and karm yog (working in devotion) lead to the supreme goal. However, karm yog is superior to karm sanyās.” Description In this verse, Shree Krishna compares karm sanyās (renunciation of actions) and karm yog (working in devotion), highlighting their significance. He explains …
Arjun said: “O Shree Krishna, You have extolled the virtues of karm sanyās (renunciation of actions), and You have also recommended the practice of karm yog (performing actions with devotion). Kindly clarify for me, unequivocally, which of these two paths is more beneficial.” Description Arjun said: “O Shree Krishna, You have extolled both karm sanyās …
Therefore, O scion of Bharat, with the sword of knowledge, cut asunder the doubts that have arisen in your heart. Establish yourself firmly in karm yog. Arise, stand up, and take action! Description The use of the word “heart” does not imply the physical organ housed in the chest that pumps blood throughout the body. …
O Arjun, actions do not bind those who have renounced karm in the fire of Yog, whose doubts have been dispelled by knowledge, and who are established in self-realization. Description Karm refers to actions involved in prescribed rituals and social duties, sanyās means “to renounce,” and “yog” means “to unite with God.” In this context, …
Those who lack faith and knowledge and are filled with doubt face downfall. Such skeptical souls find no happiness in this world or the next. Description Those who lack faith and knowledge andThe Bhakti Rasāmṛit Sindhu classifies sādhaks (spiritual aspirants) into three categories based on their faith and knowledge: – The highest sādhak is one …
