Through our discussion last month, we began to explore some of Arjuna’s struggles and in chapter 3 Lord Krishna discusses two paths with Arjuna – the Yoga of Action (Karma Yoga) and the Yoga of Knowledge (Jñana Yoga). The chapter describes the dynamics of both paths and how they are complementary, yet Arjuna’s duty (dharma) lies more with action. Arjuna wants to comprehend why his path lies with action when knowledge seems more powerful.
Sri Krishna further elaborates on Karma theory from the quality and nature of the action and its ultimate fruits – the results of “good action” versus “bad/evil/ego-driven action.” In this chapter some of Arjuna’s questions regarding the optimal path of doing one’s duty are understood through self-reflection and from the higher perspective of wisdom.
For our meeting on March 5th, please read Chapter 3 focusing on Slokas III.36-43 for discussion. Please bring your chant sheet from the February 6th meeting as we will continue with summarizing the key points of Chapter II and move onto Chapter III.
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