Mahabharata Shanti Parva – संयॊगलक्षणॊत्पत्तिः कर्मजा गृह्यते यया

Shloka (श्लोक)

संयॊगलक्षणॊत्पत्तिः कर्मजा गृह्यते यया
करणैः कर्म निर्वृत्तैः कर्ता यद यद विचेष्टते
कीर्त्यते शब्दसंज्ञाभिः कॊ ऽहम एषॊ ऽपय असाव इति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the role of manifestation and action in determining the nature of the doer.

Translations

English Translation

Causation emerging from union is primarily driven by actions, through which the doer is recognized by the actions performed. This leads to the question of identity: “Who am I, and who is this?”

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक व्यक्तित्व और कार्यों के संयोजन से उत्पन्न कारण का संबंध बताता है, जिसके द्वारा कर्ता उसके कार्यों के अनुसार पहचाना जाता है। यह पहचान के प्रश्न की ओर ले जाता है: “मैं कौन हूँ, और यह कौन है?”

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes existential questions within the Shanti Parva, focusing on the doer and the nature of actions.

Meaning

It reflects on the interconnectedness of identity and action, challenging one to explore deeper meanings of self.

Application

One can apply this understanding to cultivate a clearer sense of identity and purpose amidst various life actions.