दु:खमित्येव यत्कर्म कायक्लेशभयात्यजेत् | स कृत्वा राजसं त्यागं नैव त्यागफलं लभेत् || 8 || |
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Lord Krishna highlights the importance of understanding the true nature of renunciation. He explains that renunciation motivated by aversion to discomfort, bodily distress, or inconvenience is not genuine renunciation. Such renunciation is considered to be in the mode of passion (Rajasic) and does not lead to the desired spiritual outcome.
Often, individuals may feel overwhelmed by the challenges, hardships, or responsibilities that come with their prescribed duties. They may perceive these duties as burdensome, causing them distress and discomfort. In such situations, some individuals may decide to renounce their duties, believing that it will bring relief from their perceived suffering.
However, Lord Krishna cautions that renouncing duties solely based on bodily distress and fear of inconvenience does not lead to the true fruit of renunciation. Genuine renunciation involves a shift in consciousness and attitude, where one relinquishes attachment to the fruits of actions and surrenders them to a higher power. It is a voluntary detachment from the results and outcomes of one’s actions, performed with a sense of selflessness and dedication.
True renunciation transcends the external circumstances and challenges one may face. It arises from a deep understanding of the transient nature of material existence and a sincere desire for spiritual growth and self-realization. Genuine renunciation is rooted in wisdom, detachment, and a yearning for union with the divine.
Performing actions in the mode of passion, driven by discomfort or aversion, can lead to further entanglement in material desires and attachments. It does not bring about the desired spiritual progress or liberation from the cycle of birth and death. Instead, it perpetuates a sense of self-centeredness and limited perspective.
Therefore, Lord Krishna emphasizes the need to discern the true nature of renunciation. It is not about abandoning one’s duties due to bodily distress but about cultivating an inner state of detachment, selflessness, and surrender. True renunciation is marked by a shift in consciousness and a transformation of one’s attitude towards actions and their results. It is a path of spiritual growth and self-realization that goes beyond temporary discomforts and challenges.