Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अहम एतत करॊमीति मन्यते कालचॊदितः

Shloka (श्लोक)
अहम एतत करॊमीति मन्यते कालचॊदितः
यद यद इष्टम असंतॊषाद दुरात्मा पापम आचरन
⚡ Quick Meaning
Believing my actions are just, one may engage in sin driven by dissatisfaction.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka warns against self-righteousness. It points out that individuals may commit wrongdoings while believing their actions are justified by their needs or desires. This ultimately leads to a cycle of sin driven by unfulfilled wishes, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and ethical integrity.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक आत्म-धर्मीता के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है। यह यह बताता है कि व्यक्ति अपनी आवश्यकताओं या इच्छाओं द्वारा प्रेरित होकर गलत कार्य कर सकते हैं, यह मानते हुए कि उनकी कार्रवाइयाँ न्यायसंगत हैं। यह अंततः असंतोष के निवेश द्वारा पाप के चक्र की ओर ले जाता है, आत्म-जागरूकता और नैतिकता के महत्व पर जोर देता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka addresses moral actions and self-deception within the philosophical discussions of the Shanti Parva.
Meaning
It suggests that moral justifications can lead individuals to stray from ethical paths due to desire-led choices.
Application
This encourages mindfulness regarding the motivations behind actions, urging integrity even when desires are strong.
