Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नाभिसंधिर मया जप्ये कृतपूर्वः कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाभिसंधिर मया जप्ये कृतपूर्वः कथं चन
जप्यस्य राजशार्दूल कथं जञास्याम्य अहं फलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses uncertainty about previous rituals and the quest for their results.

Translations

English Translation

With no prior intention from me for the chanting, how can I know the result of this chanting, O royal tiger?

हिंदी अनुवाद

चिठ्ठी में मेरे द्वारा किए गए जप के लिए कोई पूर्व उद्देश्य नहीं है, मैं इस जप के फल को कैसे जान सकता हूं, हे राजसी व्याघ्र?

Commentary

Context

This verse illustrates the complexities of intentions tied to spiritual practices in the context of the Dharma discourse from the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It reflects the recognition of spontaneous actions and the impact of one’s intentions on spiritual outcomes.

Application

This encourages practitioners to be conscious of their intentions in spiritual practices to foster clarity and positive results.