Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यथा धेनु सहस्रेषु वत्सॊ विन्दति मातरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा धेनु सहस्रेषु वत्सॊ विन्दति मातरम
एवं पूर्वकृतं कर्म कर्तारम अनुगच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates how acts of kindness return to the doer in abundance.

Translations

English Translation

Just as a calf recognizes its mother among thousands of cows, similarly, actions performed with intention and care return to the creator, ensuring their fruits are realized.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे एक बछड़ा हजारों गायों में अपनी माँ को पहचान लेता है, उसी प्रकार, निर्गुणता और ध्यान से की गई क्रियाएँ उनके कर्ता को वापस लौटती हैं, यह सुनिश्चित करते हुए कि उनके परिणाम प्रकट होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the inevitability of actions and their outcomes in our lives as described in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The key idea revolves around the belief that every action bears fruit and returns to the doer, akin to natural law.

Application

It serves as a reminder to engage in good deeds and righteous actions, recognizing their eventual impact on one’s life.