The Yoga of Knowledge and Renunciation of Action

Krishna explains how to gain knowledge: 'praṇipātena' (by humility/submission), 'paripraśnena' (by asking questions), 'sevayā' (by service). These three qualities—humility, inquiry, and service—prepare you to receive knowledge from 'jñāninas tattvadarśinaḥ' (the wise who have seen the truth). Humility means letting go of ego, admitting you don't know. Inquiry means asking genuine questions, not just accepting passively. Service means being useful, contributing, showing respect through action. These three together create the right relationship with a teacher—you're humble enough to learn, curious enough to ask, and committed enough to serve. The wise respond to this attitude by teaching knowledge.