Chapter 4 Verse 39
Jñāna Karm Sanyās Yog
श्रद्धावाँल्लभते ज्ञानं तत्परः संयतेन्द्रियः। ज्ञानं लब्ध्वा परां शान्तिमचिरेणाधिगच्छति।।4.39।।
śhraddhāvān labhate jñānaṁ tat-paraḥ sanyatendriyaḥ jñānaṁ labdhvā parāṁ śhāntim achireṇādhigachchhati
Word Meanings
| śhraddhā-vān | a faithful person |
| labhate | achieves |
| jñānam | divine knowledge |
| tat-paraḥ | devoted (to that) |
| sanyata | controlled |
| indriyaḥ | senses |
| jñānam | transcendental knowledge |
| labdhvā | having achieved |
| parām | supreme |
| śhāntim | peace |
| achireṇa | without delay |
| adhigachchhati | attains |
Translation
The one who is full of faith, devoted to it, and has subdued their senses obtains this knowledge; and upon obtaining the knowledge, they attain the supreme peace immediately.
Philosophical Significance
Core Meaning
This verse teaches that faith plus focused effort and control over the senses lead to true spiritual knowledge. Faith here is steady trust and dedication, not blind belief.
The knowledge gained is practical and inner — it changes how you see yourself and the world. When a person truly realizes this wisdom, deep peace comes quickly and naturally.
Controlling the senses means not being driven by every impulse. Small acts of discipline and steady practice open the door to understanding and calm.
Life Application
- Build a simple daily practice (quiet time, reading, or meditation) to strengthen steady faith and focus.
- Practice small self-controls: pause before reacting, limit distractions (phone, unhealthy food, impulsive buying), and notice urges without acting on them.
- Use what you learn to choose peace: when upset, remind yourself of the larger aim and let go of immediate demands.
Reflection Question
Where could steady faith and small acts of self-control bring more peace into my daily life?