Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कुतः कृतघ्नस्य यशः कुतः सथानं कुतः सुखम

Shloka (श्लोक)
कुतः कृतघ्नस्य यशः कुतः सथानं कुतः सुखम
अश्रद्धेयः कृतघ्नॊ हि कृतघ्ने नास्ति निष्कृतिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
श्रीकृष्ण कहते हैं कि कृतघ्न व्यक्ति का नाम और सुख नहीं होते।
Translations
English Translation
This shloka speaks to the emptiness of glory and comfort for an ungrateful person. A person who lacks faith and gratitude finds no redemption for their misdeeds. It emphasizes the importance of gratitude in achieving true happiness.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक कृतघ्न व्यक्ति के लिए यश और सुख के अभाव की बात करता है। जो व्यक्ति आस्था और कृतज्ञता से रहित है, उसके लिए उसके पापों का कोई निष्करण नहीं होता। यह कृतज्ञता के महत्व को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, which discusses moral values and the consequences of actions. It serves as a reminder of the importance of gratitude in interpersonal relationships.
Meaning
The verse essentially conveys that ingratitude leads to a lack of honor and happiness. It establishes a connection between one’s actions and the recognition one receives from society.
Application
We can apply this teaching by fostering gratitude in our lives, valuing relationships, and recognizing the contributions of others. Ingratitude might lead us to lose not just relationships but also our own respect.
