Chapter 3 Verses 26

26. Let no wise man unsettle the minds of ignorant people who are attached to action; he should engage them in all actions, himself fulfilling them with devotion.

Chapter 3 Verses 25

25. As the ignorant men act from attachment to action, O Bharata (Arjuna), so should the wise act without attachment, wishing the welfare of the world!

Chapter 3 Verses 24

24. These worlds would perish if I did not perform action; I should be the author of confusion of castes and destruction of these beings

Chapter 3 Verses 23

23. For, should I not ever engage Myself in action, unwearied, men would in every way follow My path, O Arjuna!

Chapter 3 Verses 22

22. There is nothing in the three worlds, O Arjuna, that should be done by Me, nor is there anything unattained that should be attained; yet I engage Myself in action!