म्हणोनि कर्मे तरी कीजती। परि तीं कर्मेंचि न होती। जैं बुद्धीची व्याप्ति। ऐसी होय॥
"Therefore, actions are performed, but they do not remain as binding actions when the intellect attains such pervasiveness."
💡 Meaning
Therefore, actions are indeed performed, but they do not become binding karma when the intellect's understanding reaches such a state of enlightenment.
🔍 Deep Interpretation
Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that when the intellect (Buddhi) attains a state of universal pervasiveness and self-realization, the nature of action changes. Even though the physical body continues to perform various tasks, these actions do not transform into binding 'Karma'. This is because the egoistic sense of 'I am the doer' has vanished. Like a seed that has been roasted and can no longer sprout, the actions of an enlightened being do not produce the fruits of future bondage.
🎯 Practical Application
In daily life, focus on the process of your work rather than the result or your ego. For example, a professional performing their duty as a service to society rather than just for personal gain remains mentally free.
📌 Context
Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the state of a liberated soul who performs actions without attachment or ego.