In the sense of reality (sadbhāva) and in the sense of goodness (sādhubhāva), this word "Sat" is used; And likewise for a praiseworthy action (karma), the word "Sat" is applied, O son of Pritha (Pārtha).
SAT—it means what is real and what is good, Arjuna; the word SAT is also used when an action merits praise.
(26) IT IS: in this the meanings are conjoined of 'Being' and of 'Good'; so too the [same] word sat is appropriately used for works that call forth praise.
17.26 This word sat is used with regard to (something) coming into being and with regard to (someone) becoming good. So also, O son of Pṛthā, the word sat is used with regard to an auspicious rite.
17.26 This term Sat is used in the sense of existence and goodness. And so also, O Arjuna, the word Sat is applied to an auspicious action.
17.26 The word Sat is used in the sense of reality and of goodness; and so also, O Arjuna, the word Sat is used in the sense of an auspicious act.