Chapter 17 • Verse 7

Sraddhatraya Vibhaga Yoga

The Yoga of Threefold Faith

Sanskrit Verse

aharas tv api sarvasya tri-vidho bhavati priyah, yajnas tapas tatha danam tesam bhedam imam srinu

Translation & Meaning

Food, sacrifice, austerity, and charity are each dear to people in different ways according to their nature. Krishna introduces the threefold classification of these four important spiritual activities.

Key Teachings

  • Food, sacrifice, austerity, and charity each have three modes
  • One's guna-nature determines one's preferences in all areas of life
  • Understanding these distinctions helps one refine spiritual practice

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