Dictate Quote by Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa
““You have the right to action, but not to the fruits of action”: each of us has the obligation to act rightly, but no power to dictate what is to come of what we do.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita, c. 2nd century BCE
We must act righteously, but cannot control outcomes; duty over results.
In simple terms: Act rightly, accept outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Focus on duty, not results.
Themes
duty
karma
detachment
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- social activism
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
philosophical
spiritual
ethical
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate effort from result?
- What does success mean without control?
A Different Perspective
Outcomes may still cause harm.
