Chapter 4 · Verse 28 of 42
The Yoga of Knowledge and Renunciation of Action
ज्ञानकर्मसन्न्यासयोग
Meaning
Supreme God Krishna spoke
Engaging one's wealth in charitable acts and the betterment of others {with the intent to gain God's Grace} is a form of spiritual pursuit (yajna). Embracing austerity with an aim for Self-realization is another form of yajna. Engaging in {Meditative} Yoga and delving into self-study {focusing on scriptures and spiritually enlightening texts} are also esteemed yajnas. Upholding strict vows, various seekers ardently engage in these diverse spiritual disciplines. (4:28)
Sanskrit
श्रीभगवान् उवाच
द्रव्ययज्ञास्तपोयज्ञा योगयज्ञास्तथापरे ।
स्वाध्यायज्ञानयज्ञाश्च यतयः संशितव्रताः॥
Word-by-word
द्रव्य-यज्ञाः, तपः-यज्ञाः, योग-यज्ञाः, तथा अपरे,
स्वाध्याय-ज्ञान-यज्ञाः च, यतयः संशित-व्रताः।