Arjuna, there is nothing in the three worlds that I need…
““Arjuna, there is nothing in the three worlds that I need to do or gain. Yet I work, for if I don’t, others won’t, and I will be the cause of confusion and destruction of all that has been created.—Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 3, verses 22 to 24 (paraphrased).””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Duty compels action; neglecting it harms others and creates chaos.
In simple terms: Fulfill duty to prevent disorder.
Act responsibly for collective good.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family
- community
- environment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities are yours today?
- How to balance duty with self‑care?
Overemphasis on duty may ignore personal wellbeing.