The Gita according to Gandhi 234

The Gita according to Gandhi -Mahadev Desai

DISCOURCE 3 Man's merit lies in observing divine guidance at the back of these processes and in an intelligent imitation of it rather than in emphasizing the mechanical nature thereof and reducing himself to an automation. One has but to withdraw the self, withdraw attachment to fruit from all action, and then not only mechanical precision but security from all wear and tear will be ensured. Acting thus man remains fresh until the end of his days. His body will perish in due course, but his soul will remain evergreen without a crease or a wrinkle. 23. Indeed, for were I not, unslumbering, ever to remain in action, O Partha, men would follow my example in every way. 24. If I were not to perform my task, these worlds would be ruined; I should be the same cause of chaos and of the end of all mankind. 25. Just as, with attachment, the unenlightened perform all actions, O Bharata, even so, but unattached, should the enlightened man act, with a desire for the welfare of humanity.