Chapter 3 • Verse 10

Karma Yoga

The Yoga of Action

Sanskrit Verse

Saha-yajnah prajah srshtva purovacha prajapati, anena prasavishyadhvam esha vo 'stv ishta-kama-dhuk

Translation & Meaning

In the beginning of creation, the Lord of beings created mankind together with sacrifice, saying: By this sacrifice you shall prosper; let it be the fulfiller of all your desires.

Key Teachings

  • Sacrifice is built into the very structure of creation
  • Mutual prosperity flows from the spirit of giving
  • Human flourishing is tied to the cosmic cycle of offering

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