Action Quote by Munindra Misra
““सक्ताः कर्मण्यविद्वांसो यथा कुर्वन्ति भारत। कुर्याद्विद्वांस्तथासक्तश्चिकीर्षुर्लोकसंग्रहम्॥ ॥३- २५॥ न बुद्धिभेदं जनयेदज्ञानां कर्मसङ्गिनाम्। जोषयेत्सर्वकर्माणि विद्वान्युक्तः समाचरन्॥ ॥३- २६॥ 'Ignorant toil for result; wise – selflessly, Blaze the trail for detached action clearly, For the common weal, path to eternity, For the benefit of the entire humanity.’ 3. 25-26””
About This Quote
The verses contrast ignorant, result‑driven toil with wise, selfless action, urging a detached, purposeful path that benefits all humanity and leads to eternal significance.
In simple terms: Wise, selfless action versus ignorant effort.
Key Takeaway
Choose purposeful, detached work for lasting impact.
Themes
wisdom
action
detachment
humanity
eternity
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- social service
- environmental activism
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice detached service?
- What does “detached” mean in your work?
A Different Perspective
Selfless action can be misunderstood as lack of ambition.
![“Save money for adversity, wife against riches undoubtedly, But save the soul even against wife and riches invariably. [6] 1.6 Chanakya” quote by Munindra Misra](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/706/munindra-misra-8882_adversity_save-money-for-adversity-wife-against-ri_8456.jpg)
![“Who understands quickly, pursues objects with judgment, listens patiently, Wastes not breathe on others affairs; possess foremost mark of wisdom truly. [25] - 33 Mahatma Vidur” quote by Munindra Misra](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ea6/munindra-misra-8882_chants_who-understands-quickly-pursues-objects_208498.jpg)
![“Where you are not respected inhabit not that country, You can not earn, have friends and get knowledge truly. [8] 1.8 Chanakya” quote by Munindra Misra](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3b7/munindra-misra-8882_chanakya_where-you-are-not-respected-inhabit-not_209984.jpg)
![“Whose judgment dissociated from desire follows both virtue and gain only, Who ignores pleasure, chooses ends serviceable in both worlds - wise be. [23] - 33 Mahatma Vidur” quote by Munindra Misra](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cf5/munindra-misra-8882_chants_whose-judgment-dissociated-from-desire-f_412112.jpg)
