"Indeed, the divinites,
satisfied by sacrifice,
will give you desired pleasures.
Without giving back to them,
one who enjoys these gifts
is only a thief". (60)
I think that this passage of the Gita shares a very important lesson. Throughout all my years of going to sunday school and confirmation class we are always told to do Mitzvah. Mitzvah is basically just doing good deeds, and helping other people besides yourself. This quote says exactly this, you cannot enjoy gifts without giving back, and if you do, then your a thief. In Judaism we are not told we are thieves but you wont feel the same accomplishments as if you were to do mitzvah. This quote I thought explained the message in a way that makes you almost feel guilty for not helping others, which I think is a little bit extreme.
I really liked this quote. You explained well your interpretation of the selection. I agree that it is an important lesson. We should all be thinking about helping others and not just about ourselves. Good job.
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