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Theft

1 verses from the Bhagavad Gita on theft. Explore teachings across 1 chapter.

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Ishtan bhogan hi vo deva dasyante yajna-bhavitah, tair dattan apradayaibhyo yo bhunkte stena eva sah

Nourished by sacrifice, the gods will grant you all the enjoyments you desire. But one who enjoys their gifts without offering anything back to them is indeed a thief.

  • Receiving without giving is a form of theft
  • Gratitude must be expressed through offering and service
  • Taking from the world obligates us to give back