Sanskrit Verse
Arjuna uvaca: Sannyasam karmanam krishna punar yogam ca shamsasi, yac chreya etayor ekam tan me bruhi su-nishchitam
Translation & Meaning
Arjuna asks Krishna to clarify definitively which is better — renunciation of action or the performance of action with devotion — since Krishna seems to praise both. This opening question frames the entire chapter's inquiry into true sannyasa versus karma yoga.
Key Teachings
- •Sincere inquiry is the beginning of wisdom
- •Apparent contradictions in spiritual teaching invite deeper reflection
- •The student must seek clarity rather than remain confused
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