Verse 2.51 : Sankhya Yoga "Transcendental Knowledge"
Verse 51 of 72
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The Translation
“The wise, endowed with equanimity, renounce the fruits of action. Being freed from the bond of birth, they attain a state that is free from all sorrow.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna continues to explain the long-term benefits of Karma Yoga to Arjuna, showing how it leads to ultimate spiritual liberation and freedom from the cycle of suffering.
Practical Application
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When executing a task today, focus entirely on the quality of your craft, consciously surrendering the praise or reward that might come from it.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- What does 'freedom from the bondage of birth' mean to you in terms of your daily psychological habits?
- How can you practice renouncing the mental 'rewards' (like praise or validation) of your actions?
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2.51
कर्मजं बुद्धियुक्ता हि फलं त्यक्त्वा मनीषिणः
By performing action with equanimity, one attains purification of the mind. This leads to the dawn of self-knowledge, which destroys the ignorance of birth and leads to Brahman, the state free from all evil.