# E111. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 4 Verses 17–18 ‘The Yoga of Renunciation of Action in Wisdom’ | Gautamji

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Published: 2026-03-30T23:24:03+00:00
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In this episode, Gautamji explains why Krishna says even the wise are confused about action and inaction. He shows how the inactive Self enlivens all action while remaining untouched, why right action must be understood with great care, and how selfish, unselfish, and truly selfless action differ in spiritual growth. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wisdom of life applicable to all human beings. This sacred scripture explains how one can navigate life's complexities, dilemmas, and challenges and ultimately find true happiness and purpose in life. In this podcast series, Gautamji takes listeners through a verse-by-verse study of the Bhagavad Gita, providing actionable insights and reflections. He explains how to apply the Gita's teachings to enhance our personal growth, decision-making, relationships, and overall well-being. Additionally, he addresses student questions on the Gita and Vedanta in dedicated Q&A episodes. © Gautam Jain To learn more about our weekly lectures visit: ⁠ www.VedantaUSA.org ⁠ To get the verse by verse commentary on the Bhagavad Gita by Swami A. Parthasarathy: ⁠ https://a.co/d/j5SylPC⁠ Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vedantausa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedanta_usa/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLYv-xlRm5iIiMdnR626_QQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vedantausa

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