Mahabharata Shanti Parva – करॊति पापं यॊ ऽजञानान नात्मनॊ वेत्ति च कषमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]करॊति पापं यॊ ऽजञानान नात्मनॊ वेत्ति च कषमम
परद्वेष्टि साधुवृत्तांश च स लॊकस्यैति वाच्यताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The one who does wrong without understanding themselves and dislikes virtuous behaviors falls into the depths of worldly existence.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka underscores that individuals who commit wrongdoings out of ignorance and hold disdain for righteous actions are truly lost in the material world. Their lack of self-awareness leads to a cycle of negative karmas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो लोग अज्ञान में आपराधिक कृत्य करते हैं और धार्मिक कार्यों को नापसंद करते हैं, वे वास्तव में भौतिक संसार में खो जाते हैं। आत्म-जागरूकता की कमी उनके नकारात्मक कर्मों के चक्र में डाल देती है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the consequences of ignorance and the importance of self-awareness for ethical living.

Meaning

It emphasizes the relationship between behavior and consciousness, suggesting that ignorance leads to wrongful actions.

Application

Understanding this principle can inspire individuals to cultivate self-awareness, fostering virtuous behavior and breaking the cycle of harmful actions.