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कर्म, अकर्म, विकर्म, सकाम कर्म, निष्काम कर्म || आचार्य प्रशांत, श्रीमद्भगवद गीता पर (2019)
आचार्य प्रशांत
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Shri Krishna
Bhagavad Gita
Akarma
Sakama Karma
Nishkama Karma
Vikarma
Nishiddha Karma
Ego
Description

Acharya Prashant explains the various types of actions mentioned by Shri Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita, categorizing them based on the involvement of the ego. He defines 'Akarma' as natural, physical movements where the ego is not the doer, such as breathing, blinking, or the flow of blood; these are driven by nature rather than personal intent. 'Sakama Karma' occurs when the ego acts out of a sense of incompleteness, seeking fulfillment through results. In contrast, 'Nishkama Karma' arises from a state of completeness where the ego seeks nothing for itself, though it is difficult to provide a concrete example of this as it transcends ordinary experience. Acharya Prashant identifies 'Vikarma' as the most dangerous form of action, where the individual is incomplete but actively chooses to remain so, performing actions that reinforce their own limitations and resisting any path toward wholeness. He also mentions 'Nishiddha Karma,' which refers to actions prohibited by social or moral codes; however, he clarifies that these have social and ethical relevance rather than spiritual significance. Understanding these distinctions is crucial because analyzing one's actions reveals the true state of the doer behind them.