Verse 3.25 : Karma Yoga "Path of Selfless Action"
Verse 25 of 43
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The Translation
“As the ignorant perform actions with attachment, O Bharata, so should the wise act without attachment, desiring the welfare of the world.”
Commentary & Insights
Krishna contrasts the motivation of the wise with that of the ignorant, urging the wise to act with the same intensity but without attachment, desiring only the welfare of the world.
Practical Application
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Identify a task today and perform it with high energy, dedicating the excellence of your output to helping your team or clients, rather than seeking personal praise.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- How can you change the 'why' of your current work to make it a service to others?
- Why is internal motivation more important than external appearance in spiritual life?
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3.25
सक्ताः कर्मण्यविद्वांसो यथा कुर्वन्ति भारत
The wise person has no selfish desire, but they must work with the same enthusiasm and dedication as the ignorant, so that they do not discourage common people from doing their duties.