Akarma

Akarma (अकर्म) is a Sanskrit term that means “non-action” or “inaction” — but its deeper meaning depends on context, especially in Bhagavad Gita and Indian philosophy.

🔹 Literal Meaning:

• “A-” = not / without
• “Karma” = action, deed, work
  ⟶ So, Akarma = non-action or absence of action

🔹 Deeper Meaning in the 

Bhagavad Gita

 (Chapter 4, Verse 18):

“He who sees inaction in action and action in inaction is wise among men.”

(“Karmani akarma yah pasyed…”)

Here, Akarma does not mean laziness or doing nothing. It refers to:

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Acting without ego or attachment

• You perform action without craving for the results.
• Your actions become “akarma”, i.e., non-binding.

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Stillness in the midst of activity

• A yogi may act in the world, but inwardly remains detached and still.
• This is the paradox: action without karma, or inaction within action.

🔹 Summary Table

Term	Meaning	Philosophical Use
Karma	Action, deed, cause-effect	All actions have consequences (karma)
Akarma	Non-action, inaction	Action without ego or attachment
Vikarma	Wrong / prohibited action	Actions done against dharma or ethics

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