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Chapter 17 • Verse 26
The Yoga of the Threefold Faith
MEANING & CONTEXT
Krishna explains how SAT is used in spiritual practices. 'Sad-bhāve sādhu-bhāve ca sad ity etat prayujyate'—the word SAT (sat iti etat) is used (prayujyate) in the sense of Truth (sat-bhāve) and goodness (sādhu-bhāve). 'Praśaste karmaṇi tathā sat-śabdaḥ pārtha yujyate'—also (tathā) in praiseworthy (praśaste) actions (karmaṇi), the word SAT (sat-śabdaḥ) is used (yujyate), O son of Pritha (pārtha). SAT means Truth, Existence, and Goodness. When you use SAT, you affirm that your actions are true, good, and praiseworthy. SAT sanctifies actions by connecting them to Truth and goodness. Understanding this helps you recognize the importance of SAT in affirming the truth and goodness of your actions.
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How this ancient wisdom applies to your daily life
Key Takeaway
This verse reveals that SAT is used in the sense of Truth and goodness, and also in praiseworthy actions. 'Sad-bhāve sādhu-bhāve ca sat ity etat prayujyate'—SAT is used in the sense of Truth and goodness. 'Praśaste karmaṇi tathā sat-śabdaḥ yujyate'—SAT is also used in praiseworthy actions. SAT means Truth, Existence, and Goodness. When you use SAT, you affirm that your actions are true, good, and praiseworthy. SAT sanctifies actions by connecting them to Truth and goodness. Understanding this helps you recognize the importance of SAT in affirming the truth and goodness of your actions. The goal isn't to just perform actions—it's to use SAT to affirm that your actions are true, good, and aligned with Truth.
Personal Reflection
Do you use SAT to affirm the truth and goodness of your actions? Are your actions aligned with Truth? How can you use SAT in praiseworthy actions?
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