Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Gita reflection Ch 17 verses 19 & 20

20th November 2024


Austerities undertaken by a person who is Tamasic with a foolish purpose and attitude cause only pain to oneself. 

Blind belief in religious austerities and superstitions can also cause harm to others. The Puranas have many stories illustrating such unintelligent practices and their consequences.

Moving on to the next topic related to the three-fold faiths, Lord Krishna instructs Arjuna about charity. 

The gift given with the idea that it must be given at the proper place, proper time, and to a proper person, without expecting anything in return is said to be Sattvic charity.


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