Verse 2.40 : Sankhya Yoga "Transcendental Knowledge"
Verse 40 of 72
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The Translation
“In this path of selfless action, no effort is ever lost, and there is no adverse reaction. Even a little practice of this dharma protects one from great fear.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna praises the path of Karma Yoga, stating that no effort on this path is ever lost, and even a small amount of practice protects one from great fear.
Practical Application
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Reflect on a small positive habit you have been building. Reassure yourself that even brief sessions (like 2 minutes of meditation) have a compounding benefit.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- How does knowing that no spiritual effort is ever lost help you overcome the fear of starting a new habit or path?
- What is the 'great fear' in your life, and how can a small daily practice of mindfulness or service help soothe it?
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2.40
नेहाभिक्रमनाशोऽस्ति प्रत्यवायो न विद्यते
In material karma, if an act is left incomplete, it yields no result. But in Karma Yoga, even a small beginning yields progress. It does not carry the sin of incompleteness, and it protects against samsara.