Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa continues the teaching of lokasaṅgraha. In the previous verse, he said that the wise may act outwardly like others, but inwardly without attachment, for the welfare and guidance of society. Now he gives an important caution: the wise must guide others carefully, according to their level of maturity.

The phrase ajñānāṁ karmasaṅginām refers to people who are still in self-ignorance and attached to action and results. They still depend on family, profession, wealth, rituals, recognition, success, and religious merit for their sense of security and fulfillment. Such people should not be suddenly told, “All karma is useless. Give up rituals. Give up pūjā. Give up work. Renounce everything.” That would create buddhibheda — disturbance, conflict, or confusion in the intellect.

A person who is not inwardly mature cannot safely imitate renunciation. Forced detachment creates sadness, dryness, and inner conflict. True dispassion is not produced by pressure. It grows naturally as understanding deepens. Just as an adult no longer has to struggle to renounce a balloon, a mature seeker grows out of dependence on lower things. Until then, religious life and karma-yoga must be encouraged.

Therefore, Bhagavān says joṣayet sarvakarmāṇi — the wise should encourage them in all appropriate actions. This does not mean encouraging selfishness or adharma. It means encouraging dhārmic karma, pūjā, japa, pārāyaṇam, dānam, service, family duties, and worshipful action. If someone wants money, the teacher need not condemn him harshly; he can gently say, “Earn dhārmically, and also give some in dānam.” If someone does pūjā, the teacher should not mock it in the name of higher philosophy. If someone is not doing any practice, at least some simple japa or prayer should be encouraged.

The wise person is vidvān yuktaḥ samācaran — one who knows, is integrated, and himself acts properly. He teaches not only through words but through conduct. He does not confuse people by talking high philosophy while neglecting practical dharma. He lives steadily and encourages others to grow step by step.

For Arjuna, the message is clear: do not disturb society by rejecting karma in the name of knowledge. Perform your duty properly and guide others through your example.