The Bhagavad Gita
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"The Bhagavad Gita" is a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, who serves as his charioteer, addressing the moral and philosophical dilemmas faced by Arjuna on the battlefield. The text explores themes of duty, righteousness, and the nature of reality, ultimately guiding readers toward self-realization and spiritual understanding.
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Below are the most impactful passages and quotes from The Bhagavad Gita, carefully selected to capture the essence of the book.
You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of work.
Set thy heart upon thy work, but never on its reward.
When meditation is mastered, the mind is unwavering like the flame of a lamp in a windless place.
The soul is neither born, and nor does it die.
One who is unattached to the external world is truly wise.
A person is considered wise when they see the same in all.
The mind is everything. What you think you become.
Perform your duty equipoised, O Arjuna, abandoning all attachment to success or failure.
He who has no attachments can really love others, for his love is pure and divine.
In the practice of tolerance, one finds an inner peace.