Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कर्म चैतद असाधूनाम असाधुं साधुना जयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

कर्म चैतद असाधूनाम असाधुं साधुना जयेत
धर्मेण निधनं शरेयॊ न जयः पापकर्मणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Unprincipled actions lead to failure, while victories achieved through righteous deeds are enduring.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that actions performed with ill intention will ultimately lead to failure, whereas victories accompanied by righteousness and adherence to dharma endure through time.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बात करता है कि अनैतिक कार्य अंततः विफलता की ओर ले जाते हैं, जबकि धर्म के अनुसार की गई विजय हमेशा स्थायी होती है।

Commentary

Context

This lesson from the Mahabharata strongly articulates the correlation between one’s conduct and the outcomes in life.

Meaning

It asserts that authentic success comes from ethical practices, rather than deceitful or dishonest behavior.

Application

The shloka encourages a commitment to truth and morality in all endeavors, assuring that genuine efforts yield lasting rewards.