Chapter 18 verse 23
“Action
that is in accordance with the scriptures, which is free from attachment and
aversion, and which is done without desire for rewards, is in the mode of
goodness.”
What is right, pure action? It could be very
subjective. Bhagwan provides an unequivocal statement of purity in action.
Purity has 3 criteria-needs to be in according to the Vedas (replace that with
any other Divine scripture), drop the doer ship and desire for the result of
the action and finally action is done free from any attachment or aversion
towards that action. This debate or question has arisen in various ages,
societies and people and have been provided different answers. Bhagwan’s answer
is satisfying and the absolute truth since it is complete. What one doesn’t follow
any scriptures to guide their action? What should one do? Following
dharma-doing the right thing which supports the ability of the human being to
attain divinity is the right action. Centering ourselves and mentally answering
this question would prevent us from performing the inappropriate action at any
time.
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