यत्करोषि यदश्नासि यज्जुहोषि ददासि यत्। यत्तपस्यसि कौन्तेय तत्कुरुष्व मदर्पणम्
Krishna asks Arjuna to offer all his actions to Him.
Sincerity need not depend on an impressive display. A small act of attention, gratitude, or care can express a commitment more honestly than comparing your practice with someone else’s.
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What types of actions does Krishna mention Arjuna should offer to Him in this teaching on Arjuna?
Krishna mentions actions such as whatever Arjuna does, eats, offers as an oblation, gives as a gift, and performs as penance.
Why does Krishna ask Arjuna to offer everything to Him?
Krishna asks Arjuna to offer everything to Him as a way to cultivate devotion and surrender, transforming ordinary actions into a spiritual practice.
What is the significance of offering daily actions to Krishna, as mentioned in the verse?
Offering daily actions to Krishna signifies dedicating one's life and efforts to a higher purpose, promoting selflessness and reducing attachment to outcomes.
How can an individual apply the teaching of offering all actions to Krishna in their daily life?
An individual can apply this teaching by consciously dedicating their daily tasks, meals, and efforts to a higher power, fostering mindfulness and reducing ego-driven desires.
Whatsoever thou doest, whatsoever thou eatest, whatsoever thou offerest, whatsoever thou givest, whatsoever thou doest of austerity, O Kaunteya, do thou that as an offering unto Me.
What do “thy” and “thou” mean?
“Thy” means “your”; “thou” and “thee” mean “you”; “thine” means “yours.” This historical translation is preserved as published.