Success and failure Quote by Bhagavad Gita
““You have the right to work, but for the work's sake only. You have no right to the fruits of work. Desire for the fruits of work must never be your motive in working. Never give way to laziness, either. Perform every action with you heart fixed on the Supreme Lord. Renounce attachment to the fruits. Be even-tempered in success and failure: for it is this evenness of temper which is meant by yoga. Work done with anxiety about results is far inferior to work done without such anxiety, in the calm of self-surrender. Seek refuge in the knowledge of Brahma. They who work selfishly for results are miserable.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 2, Verse 47
Act without attachment to outcomes, dedicating effort to a higher purpose, and maintaining equanimity.
In simple terms: Work selflessly, stay calm, avoid craving results.
Key Takeaway
Focus on duty, detach from rewards.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
self‑discipline
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal projects
- volunteer service
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
karma yoga
detachment
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates your work beyond material gain?
- How can you cultivate equanimity in success and failure?
A Different Perspective
Pure self‑interest can undermine true fulfillment and lead to suffering.
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