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Knowledge and action

Jñāna-karma-sannyāsa-yoga

An old teaching is renewed, and knowledge is joined to responsible action.

A learner walking along a winding path
Keep this in mind

Follow the links among teaching lineage, divine appearance, action, knowledge, sacrifice and the teacher–student relationship.

A question to carry

What kind of knowledge or action is discussed?

Choose a verse

42 verses in this chapter

Begin with verse 1
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A simple learning rhythm

Do more than reread

  1. 1ReadTake in one small piece.
  2. 2RememberClose it and bring it back.
  3. 3UseConnect it to a real choice.
  4. 4ExplainSay it clearly in your own words.