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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).” quote by Devdutt Pattanaik
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““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).””

Devdutt Pattanaik

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.

Key Takeaway

Act responsibly for collective good.

Themes

duty responsibility karma order

Mood

serious motivational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • family
  • community
  • environment

Key Concepts

ethical duty social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities are yours today?
  • How to balance duty with self‑care?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on duty may ignore personal wellbeing.

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