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Bhagavad gita Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“The Bhagavad-Gita calls on humanity to dedicate body, mind and soul to pure duty and not to become mental voluptuaries at the mercy of random desires and undisciplined impulses.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“The Bhagavad-Gita calls on humanity to dedicate body, mind and soul to pure duty and not to become mental voluptuaries at the mercy of random desires and undisciplined impulses.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: "Letter to the Editor", 1930

One should commit wholly to righteous duty, avoiding indulgence in fleeting desires that cloud moral purpose.

In simple terms: Duty over desire.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize ethical action.

Themes

duty self‑control morality

Mood

determined serious

Type

ethical motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteer work
  • career decisions
  • personal habits

Key Concepts

Karma ethical discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • What duty calls you?
  • How do you manage desire?
A Different Perspective

Strict self‑discipline can cause burnout.

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