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Gita Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“The sanyasa of the Gita is all work and yet no work.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“The sanyasa of the Gita is all work and yet no work.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Book: Bhagavad Gita (translation), 1930s

The ideal of selfless service: act without attachment to results, seeing work as devotion.

In simple terms: Work without ego, as devotion.

Key Takeaway

Serve without seeking reward.

Themes

service spirituality detachment

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • volunteer work
  • team projects
  • daily chores

Key Concepts

karma yoga selfless action

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice selfless work today?
  • What does “no work” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

May be misinterpreted as endorsing burnout.

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