Those who work at a thing heart and soul not only achieve success in it but through their absorption in that they also realize the supreme truth-Brahman. Those who work at a thing with their whole heart receive help from God.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wholehearted work leads to success and spiritual realization, inviting divine help.
- In plain terms
- Work with full focus to succeed and find truth.
- What can you take from it?
- Devotion in work brings both success and spiritual insight.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you absorbed in your work?
- How does work connect to your values?
Another view
It idealizes work intensity which can lead to burnout if unchecked.
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